Electronic Warfare Systems Technician

Saic; Scarborough; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking an Electronic Warfare Systems Technician to support the COBRA program at Remote Radar Head Staxton Wold / Scarborough, UK. The role requires a Secret clearance and involves repair, calibration, and validation of EW systems for multi-domain operations.

Responsibilities include fault isolation, emitter calibration, wiring and RF path reconstruction, and compliance with Technical Orders and safety standards. Prior DoD EW experience is valued and U.S. security requirements apply.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor maintenance technicians.
• Advanced technical knowledge and troubleshooting related to mission-system equipment.
• Experience developing or managing technician training programs.

Responsibilities

• Perform detailed troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of EW mission system assemblies.
• Calibrate emitters, antenna systems, and subassemblies with precision.
• Validate system functionality against specs and standards.
• Maintain wiring harnesses, RF cabling, and electrical assemblies.

Skills

Leadership & mentorship

Advanced technical troubleshooting

Electrical/ RF engineering know-how

Strong communication

Education

AA Degree in related discipline

High School diploma

Job description

Description

SAIC is seekinganElectronic Warfare (EW) Systems Technician to support the US Air Force Collaborative Operations for Battlespace Resilient Architecture (COBRA) program at Remote Radar Head (RRH) Staxton Wold / Scarborough, UK.

(Position requires a Secret Clearance; target salary is $71k)

COBRA provides for the implementation, integration, development, and delivery oftraining and technologysolutions to support the US Air Force, Department of Defense, and mission partner multi-domain operations (MDO) within the Joint All-Domain Command and Control (JADC2) strategy.

Overview

The Electronic Warfare Systems Technician (EWST) provides advanced technical support through the repair, maintenance, calibration, and validation of Electronic Warfare (EW) mission systems and their subcomponents. The EWST applies electronic, mechanical, and RF engineering principles to sustain and verify the performance of complex EW systems that support ThreattoAerospace Operations (TTAO) training. Duties include fault isolation,componentlevel repair, emitter calibration, wiring and RF path reconstruction, and validation of system performance parametersin accordance withTechnical Orders, engineering specifications, and manufacturer requirements.

The EWSystems Technician will:

• Perform detailed troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of EW mission system assemblies, including RF emitters, radar threat generator subsystems, power supplies, control circuits, electromechanical assemblies, signal distribution components, and digital/analog electronics.

• Conduct precision calibration and alignment of emitters, antenna systems, and associated subassemblies to ensureaccuratesignal characteristics, power output, modulation patterns, frequency stability, and system timing.

• Validate system functionality using technical documentation, diagnostic tools, and measurement equipment; verify performance against engineering specifications andmissionsystemtechnical standards.

• Build,modify, inspect, and repair wiring harnesses, RF cabling, power distribution modules, circuit boards, relay panels, electrical connectors, and mechanical housings using approved fabrication techniques.

• Maintain and repair support equipment including generators, trailers, shelters, masts, decoys (inflatable, metal, and electronic), blower systems, and power units essential to system sustainment.

• Perform preventative and corrective maintenance, trackcomponentlife cycles,maintaincalibration records, and update equipment statusin accordance withTechnical Orders and equipment management requirements.

• Ensure compliance with U.S. government safety, radiation, and HAZMAT standards when servicing highvoltage, RFradiating, or heavy mechanical equipment.

• Maintain all required qualifications and certifications and remain fully compliant with U.S./NATO technical documentation and security requirements.

• Maintainaccuratedocumentation related to training,proficiency, and equipment maintenance activities.

• Participate in formal/informal training events as required/directed to maintain tactical/technical skills.

• Contract position will support any additional related duties as required.

Qualifications

Required Experience/Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to lead, train, and mentor maintenance technicians

• Advanced technical knowledge and troubleshootingexpertiserelated to mission-system equipment.

• Experience developing or managing technician training programs.

• Strong communicationand organizational skills.

• Active U.S. Secret security clearance and beeligible for NATO Secret indoctrination.

• AA Degree in related discipline and six (6) years; High School and eight (8) years, or relevant years of experience in lieu of degree.

• US Citizen and Active Secret Clearance

Desired Experience/Qualifications

• Prior experience supporting U.S. Air Force, Department of Defense (DoD), or EW operations.

• Familiarity with maintenance documentation systems, technical orders, or structured maintenanceprograms.

• Experience leading maintenance teams in expeditionary or distributed operating environments.

• Background developing technical training curricula orproficiencystandards.