AN/SPS-67/SPS-73(V)12 Radar Technician

PAE Government Services Inc.

Norfolk (VA)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 48,000

Full time

8 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Radar Technician to support In-Service Engineering for Navigation and Surface Search radar systems aboard Navy platforms. You will assist with maintenance, troubleshooting, training, and documentation while onboard ships, acting as SME for radar systems and supporting fleet CASREPs.

The role involves travel >25% including short-notice OCONUS, and requires prior Navy Electronics Technician experience with an active Secret clearance.

Qualifications

Experience maintaining and troubleshooting Navy radar systems such as AN/SPS-67 and AN/SPS-73(V)12.
Strong documentation and reporting skills for maintenance actions and technical interchange meetings.
Ability to plan, schedule and host program reviews and track action items.

Responsibilities

Support design, testing and analysis of radar system upgrades.
Produce and update technical documentation for system improvements.
Conduct post-installation verification tests and provide shipboard OJT.

Skills

Radar maintenance

Troubleshooting

Documentation

Team coordination

Tools

MS Office

Documentation systems

Job description

Role Overview

Amentum is seeking an AN/SPS-67/SPS-73(V)12 Radar Technician to support the In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) for Navigation and Surface Search Radar systems in the areas of technical support, field change installations, performance evaluation, training, technical documentation, maintenance procedures and underway testing, and will provide assistance to fleet units in maintenance and troubleshooting. The candidate will serve as the ISEA’s Subject Matter Expert for the radar as part of direct fleet support responsibility and will document results of maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution actions accomplished while onboard. They will also provide distance support troubleshooting for fleet CASREPs and requests for technical assistance.

Responsibilities

Support engineering efforts related to design, testing and analysis of Navigation and Surface Search Radar System upgrades or modifications.
Support technical documentation upgrades or modifications required as a result of system improvements.
Perform post-installation System Operational Verification Test (SOVT) and On-the-Job Training (OJT) for ship’s force.

Travel Requirements

Candidate may be expected to travel on short notice to US and overseas locations, must hold and maintain a passport. Travel >25% to include short notice OCONUS.

Minimum Requirements

Practical experience in maintenance, repair, technical documentation, parts procurement, testing and operation of Navy radar systems.
Practical experience maintaining and troubleshooting the AN/SPS-67 and AN/SPS-73(V)12 radar systems.
Practical experience with training, preventative maintenance, use of technical documentation, parts support, technical reports and documenting maintenance and troubleshooting activities.
Experience in underway test and evaluation of Navy radar systems.
Familiar with shipboard safety procedures including electrical tag-outs, working aloft procedures, hazardous material handling and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
High quality interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
Personal computer skills (competent with MS Office applications).
Practical experience providing administrative support in a team environment.
Experience developing and maintaining team schedules and providing resource management.
Experience planning, scheduling and hosting program review and technical interchange meetings.
Experience documenting team activities and accomplishments.
Experience documenting and tracking project action items and updating databases.
Experience managing funding, reporting on financial status and projecting resource requirements.
Experience working in a Navy technical support and fleet support team.
Experience reviewing and reporting on combat system casualty reports.
Must be a former Navy Electronics Technician or civilian equivalent.
Must have an active Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a secret clearance.

Compensation & Benefits

This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA). In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act. The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.

Compensation Details: $30.81 - 35.00

Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance

Original Posting Information

Original Posting: 11/04/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

Equal Opportunity Employment

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.

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Accommodation Request

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please complete our Accommodation Request. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. If you need assistance, please reach out to workdaycandidateaccounts@amentum.com.