Electronic Technician B - Command Destruct Systems

PAE Government Services Inc.; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 117,096,000 - 130,872,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) matching

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Life insurance

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a skilled Electronics Technician to operate and maintain Command Destruct mission equipment and related instrumentation. You will perform daily verifications, assist with launch support, and document maintenance in IMDS, under supervision.

The role requires an AS degree or equivalent, two years of instrumentation experience, and ability to read schematics. Occasional travel to JDMTA, with DoD clearance and a valid US driver’s license expected.

Qualifications

• AS Degree in Electronic Technology, two-year technical school, or equivalent military experience.
• Two or more years as an Instrumentation Operator Repairer or equivalent electronic technician experience.
• Experience reading and understanding block diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics and logic circuitry diagrams.
• Microsoft Office proficiency (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Experience with electronic test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, BERT and frequency counters.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Command Destruct mission equipment.
• Perform daily system verifications with supervision.
• Support verifications of launch support systems using instructions and checklists.
• Document equipment maintenance using IMDS.
• Prepare documents for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support.
• Adhere to safety policies and maintain government property integrity.

Skills

Instrumentation Repairer experience

Electronics test equipment

Schematic reading

Microsoft Office

Education

AS Degree in Electronic Technology

Two-year technical school

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Signal generators

BERT

Frequency counters

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain Command Destruct mission equipment.
• This includes, but is not limited to RF transmitters, antenna systems, power amplifiers, data recorders, , signal conditioners, data switches, data networks, servers and workstations
• Perform daily system verifications per Eastern Range (ER) schedules with supervision
• Support verifications of launch support systems using instructions and checklists
• Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) procedures with supervision
• Perform Corrective Maintenance (CM) procedures with supervision
• Document equipment maintenance using the Air Force Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
• Work with System Maintenance Engineer (SME) preparing various documents required for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support
• Perform daily operations and launch support activities in accordance with all related operations procedures, instructions, and checklists.
• Complete system training using Enterprise Qualification Requirements (EQR) within documented time schedules and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations, maintenance and launch support
• Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to the control of government property, job site safety, and security
• Support company safety culture, assume accountability and responsibility for safe work practices
• 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
• Two or more years as an Instrumentation Operator Repairer or equivalent electronic technician experience related to the systems, subsystems and operations required to maintain Command systems, Instrumentation Systems, or Strategic Weapons Systems
• Experience reading and understanding block diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics and logic circuitry diagrams
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience working with electronics test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, Bit Error Rate Tester (BERT) and frequency counters, preferred
• Experience operating, troubleshooting, and repairing failures using standard electronic test equipment
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing failures to the component level
• Experience performing Test Range or Mission Operations using Command/Destruct, Instrumentation, or Strategic Weapons Systems, preferred
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skillsGood ability to write reports
• Good ability to read and understand schematics, elevation, and assembly drawings
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be reliable in a very dynamic environment
• 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
• Able to work at heights up to 42 feet
• Able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Able to sustain prolonged periods of standing, kneeling and or repeated stooping
• Occasional single day and/or overnight travel to the Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex (JDMTA) Command in Jupiter, FL
• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays as required to support specific project, mission, operations, and/or maintenance requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Salary

Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement Compensation Details: $40.82 per hour

Benefits Overview

• 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

Original Posting: 08/04/2026 - 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. 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.

Company Background

For more than 100 years, Amentum has tackled the world’s toughest challenges to deliver agile and steadfast solutions to the U.S. government and its allies. With more than 50,000 employees on all seven continents and in more than 60 countries, Amentum delivers a broad range of operational support services to meet the critical needs of our clients. Our headquarters are in Chantilly, VA. Find us online at https://www.amentum.com/

Reasonable Accommodation

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