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Electronic Technician A – Range Communications

Amentum, Florida, NY, United States


Amentum is seeking an Electronic Technician A – Range Communications to support the Space Force Range contract.

Key Responsibilities

Perform technical duties in operating, troubleshooting, testing, repairing, calibration, installation and inspection of communications and other mission systems, infrastructure, associated test equipment and other related interfacing systems

Test and evaluate installations and repairs to ensure accuracy, compatibility and ensure all order/service requirements are fulfilled

Perform corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, operations, alignment and installation of (data, voice, video, network and other) distribution systems and the associated end instruments/devices

Responsible for Property Inventory, Control of Supply Parts and Tools, and Quality Assurance

Quickly evaluate trouble issues, find the root cause and correct the problem or refer the issue to a higher level

Maintain Station and Operation Logs, documentation, and records

Work with Electro Static Sensitive (ESD) devices and confirm to ESD safety practices

Provide accurate REMEDY and IMDS (Trouble Ticket tracking databases) preventative and corrective action reports

Complete assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support

Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements

AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience

Minimum of two years as an Electronic Technician B or five years of electronic technician experience related to the systems, subsystems and operations required to maintain communications systems

Advanced understanding of test, diagnostic, and measurement equipment to include: RF test equipment, Fireberds, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, RF Power Meters, and Network Analyzers

Advanced understanding of data transport systems
etwork (2.4 kbps – DS-3 broadband multiplexers) including ATM and IP network architecture

Advanced understanding of following security protocols and procedures

Advanced troubleshooting skills

Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint

Current experience (within the last 10 years) working on one or more of the following systems: TMS-3000, FCC-100s, Orion DRCS, KU Band Satellite Communications, ATM Technology, WANIU, IDNX, Timeplex, Alcatel Microwave and HD-SDI Video

Current experience (within the last 10 years) working on the following test equipment: Oscilloscope, Fireberd or T-Berd data analyzers

Current experience (within the last 10 years) working with various long-haul circuit technologies to include T-1, DS-3, OC-12, OC-48, various encryption devices and IP Networking equipment

Experience routing, fabricating various types of cabling/connectors and installing equipment, preferred

Advanced analytical and problem solving skills

Advanced oral and written communication skills

Proficient ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams and circuit cards

Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment

Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

8140 certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within six months of start date

Periodically move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 40 pounds

Periodically ascend/descend, and traverse work areas at heights of approximately 20 feet or more

Occasional local travel between Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Patrick Space Force Base, Kennedy Space Center and the Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex in Jupiter, FL.

The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements

Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship

Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

Compensation Details
$48.45

Equal Opportunity
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.

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