Electronic Technician B, Airfield/TACAN

International Executive Service Corps; Hawaii; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with company match

Paid time off

11 paid holidays

Job summary

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC seeks an Electronic Technician B (T-4) to support airfield TACAN and related electronics for a government customer in Kekaha, Hawai`i. You will maintain and troubleshoot URN 32 TACAN, ASOS, VIDS, and airfield communications equipment, with duties spanning installation, testing, and documentation.

Requires Navy experience, 2-year electronics training, soldering certification, and ability to obtain/maintain security clearance.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical schooling or equivalent training in electronics or TACAN maintenance.
• Must have soldering certificate from a recognized source.
• Documented training in Air Traffic Control systems acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Perform periodic inspections and maintenance per 3M and MRCs and document results.
• Maintain URN 32 TACAN, NIWC VIDS, ASOS, and ATC communications systems.
• Troubleshoot and repair using test equipment and schematics.
• Install, calibrate, and test new or relocated systems and equipment.
• Prepare logs and reports on outages and maintenance activities.
• Represent Airfield systems during Navy inspections.
• Train junior technicians and assist in procedures and configuration management.

Skills

TACAN maintenance

Test equipment use

UNIX/Windows OS

ASOS experience

Flexible hours

Education

Two-year technical training

High School diploma

Soldering certification

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Power meters

Spectrum analyzers

Multi-meters

BER Testers

Job description

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is looking for an Electronic Technician B (T-4) Airfield/TACAN (Tactical Air Navigation) to support our government customer located in Kekaha, Hawai'i.

Independently or with minimum supervision, will operate and maintain ATC Tower electronics systems, URN 32 TACAN, ASOS, Enhanced Terminal Voice Switch (ETVS), Digital Audio Recorder (DALR), CM 300 radios and equipment associated with the airfield. Systems include voice, video and data transport, distribution systems delivered over copper, fiber and wireless networks; RF transmissions systems including VHF and UHF transmitter and receivers Visual Information Display System (VIDS), AN/FYC-22C; Wind Speed/Direction Indicator (WSDI), ID-2446/U, voice, data, video switches and associated multiplexers and edge devices.

DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs periodic inspections and maintenance tasks in accordance with OPNAVINST 4790.4 ships Maintenance and Material Management (3M) Systems Policy, current Navy maintenance Cards (MRC) cards for respective systems, the National Weather Service ASOS Site Technical Manual S100 additional guidelines established by the Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC). Documents results of all maintenance actions in systems and equipment records.
• Performs maintenance on the URN 32 TACAN, NIWC VIDS system, Air Traffic Control Tower communications, Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS).
• Troubleshoots and repairs systems/equipment by reading and interpreting electronic/mechanical schematics and using simple and complex test equipment.
• Installs, checks, calibrates and performs acceptance tests on new and relocated systems and equipment.
• Prepares daily equipment logs, reports/documents outages and submits periodic reports.
• Represents the Airfield systems during Formal Navy Airfield inspections.
• Sets-up, check-out, operates and monitors systems and equipment in support of Airfield Operations. Respond to changing operational requirements and equipment when directed.
• Assists in preparing and developing new procedures, procedural changes and modification proposals.
• Assists in training junior technicians in the operation and maintenance of Airfield systems and equipment.
• Assists in configuration management and property control procedures for Airfield related systems and equipment.
• Provides information, assistance, and coordination to NIWC for any system upgrades as well as participating in training, BESEP, and procedural development.
• Performs tasks in compliance with OPNAVINST 5100.23 Shore Safety Manual and OPNAVINST 3750.6 Naval Safety Program and always use Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Will be cross-trained and utilized in other areas as security clearance allows.
• Performs other duties as directed by supervisor.

Environment

• Electronics shop environment.
• Must be able to lift, carry, install and remove electronics equipment and peripherals.
• Must be able to climb elevated towers and work in sub-floor areas and crawl spaces in performing maintenance inspections and troubleshooting tasks.

Physical Elements

• LIFTING: with a limit of 25 – 50 lbs.
• POSITIONS: Walking or standing, Crawling, kneeling or cramped, Work requiring repeated stooping, Confined Work Area, Sitting, Work requiring repeated or frequent climbing
• PUSHING/PULLING: 25 – 50 lbs, over 50 lbs (2 men req.), Percent of time: 10%
• ENVIRONMENTAL: Customer Contact, Extended Workday, Office Laboratory, Field Assignment

REQUIRED DEGREE/EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS

• High School or equivalent
• Two (2) Year Technical School or equivalent or equivalent training such as electronic school or Military “A” school TACAN maintenance or electronics or equivalent. (Must have signed and provide documented proof of a Job Qualification Requirement for AN/URN 32 Navigation Set TACAN if qualified.)
• Documented formal training of Air Traffic Control systems from the military, FAA, ISCET, factory or approved computer-based instruction is acceptable.
• Must have a soldering certificate from a commercial firm, technical school or Navy school.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the Airfield Vehicle Operators Course License.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Five (5) years in an AN/URN 32 TACAN maintenance preferred with five years in operating and maintaining of communications, video and networking systems and equipment is required.
• Must be able to use and interpret results of simple and complex test equipment used in communications, video and networking environments such as Oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, BER Testers, ATM testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Knowledge of UNIX and Windows based OS.
• Must be able to work flexible hours.

DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Automated Surface Observing System (ASOS) experience is highly desirable.
• Must possess the following PC skills:
• MICROSOFT OFFICE: Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point

REQUIRED CITIZENSHIP AND CLEARANCE

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Secret security clearance is required. (Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.)

Employees enjoy competitive salaries. Eligible employees enjoy a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please click here to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”

Bering-Alaka`ina Holdings, LLC is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Alaska Native Corporation (ACN)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses and includes Ke`aki Technologies, LLC; Laulima Government Solutions, LLC; Kūpono Government Services, LLC; Kapili Services, LLC; Po`okela Solutions, LLC; Kīkaha Solutions, LLC; and Pololei Solutions, LLC.