Automation Technician, Electronics

BAE Systems; Columbus (OH); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Electronics Technician to join their team. In this role, you will be responsible for testing and maintaining critical electronic systems at Department of Defense installations across the U.S. and beyond. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in electronics repair, troubleshooting, and fielding, with the ability to travel extensively. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on advanced technologies in a supportive environment that values employee well-being and professional growth. If you are ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic field, this role is for you.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Disability Coverage

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Legal Plan

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• Four years of practical experience in electronics repair and maintenance.
• Ability to acquire and maintain U.S. government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Perform testing and maintenance on various electronic systems.
• Coordinate travel to customer sites and maintain organized records.

Skills

Electronics Repair

Troubleshooting

Fielding and Checkout

Data Communications

Windows OS Proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Formal Electronics Training

Four-Year Electronics Apprenticeship

Tools

Testing Instruments

Basic Hand Tools

Job description

**Job Description**

This position is for an IAS/ATG/OPS/GVS Electronics Technician. Working alone or in small teams, this individual will perform testing and maintenance functions on Automatic Tank Gauging Systems, Independent Alarm Systems, Overfill Protection Systems, and Ground Verification Systems at Department of Defense installations across the United States the Pacific region.

The Electronics Technician ensures proper operation of fuels accounting, alarm monitoring and controls, and leak detection equipment. Troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and install electronic components and electrical systems using hand tools and testing instruments, and keeps organized, detailed records of work performed.

Responsible for coordinating travel to customer sites, maintaining on-hand components and assigned safety equipment, and supplying basic hand tools & testing equipment, as well as thorough communication with dispatchers, your manager, and installation teams to ensure schedule is maintained and delays are properly conveyed to the customer.

Technician is required to compile and reconcile travel charging on a weekly basis.

Individual may reside anywhere in the US and will travel extensively to perform preventive and corrective maintenance of Automatic Tank Gauging Systems, Independent Alarm Systems, Overfill Protection Systems, or Ground Verification Systems at Department of Defense installations across the continental United States, Caribbean, Hawaii, Japan, Guam and Diego Garcia.

**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**

Ability to acquire and maintain U.S. government security clearance and/or Common Access Card (CAC)

Ability to acquire and maintain corporate credit card

Ability to travel 100%

Ability to forecast workload and manage level of effort within scheduled work week

Valid state driver s license

High school diploma or equivalent and formal electronics training from technical school, Class A or B military school, or completion of four-year electronics apprenticeship program

Four years of practical experience to include: electronics repair, integration, fielding, and checkout

Ability to acquire all required certifications to maintain the equipment located within specified region at the time of hire or relocation, to include all manufacture trainings and state-required UST certifications

Proven proficiency with Windows OS and M365 applications

Ability to kneel, lift up to 50 pounds, work from heights of up to 50 feet, and operate safely within confined spaces

**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**

Four years of experience performing installation, removal, maintenance, and testing on Fuel Handling components- gauges, instrumentation, and sensors

Experience with Government fuel accounting systems (AFHE, FMD, FAS, BSM-E, ATG)

Experience with Automatic Tank Gauging Systems including one or more of the following: Veeder-Root, Ronan, Enraf, Barton, Pneumercator, Temposonics/MTS, ProGauge, and E&H

Experience with Independent Alarm Systems including one or more of the following: Scully, Magnetrol, E&H, Fafnir, Mercoid, Omnitrol, Pneumecator, TLC, Bindicator, Devar, Aggressive Systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers

Experience with Overfill Protection or Ground Verification Systems including one or more of the following: Scully, Varec, Fafnir, and Programmable Logic Controllers

Experience with data communications via copper wires, fiber optics, & wireless devices

CAC must be obtained within 30 days

Certifications and/or demonstrated proficiency of applicable equipment manufactures and UST licenses must be established within five months of hire

**Pay Information**

This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

**Automation Technician, Electronics**

**112561BR**

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