Electronic Technician, Maintenance I

Amentum company; Fairbanks (AK); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement benefits (including 401(k)

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Employee stock purchase plan

Tax-saving options

Disability and life insurance

Pet insurance

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Electronic Technician I at Eielson AFB, Alaska. This entry‑level role follows detailed instructions to perform routine electronics tasks under supervision. You will work with test equipment, troubleshoot to component level, and document activities. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance.

Must reside near Fairbanks or relocate to the area. Compensation starts at $39.04 per hour with benefits including health, retirement, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; electronics training preferred.
• 1–2 years of electronics maintenance or repair experience.
• Basic knowledge of DC/AC electronics and digital logic.
• Familiarity with radar and high-power transmitters or similar systems preferred.
• Proficiency with electronic test equipment such as multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Assemble, repair, troubleshoot, and test electronic equipment per instructions.
• Operate and maintain electronic transmitting/receiving gear and related systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions and restore equipment to operation.
• Document maintenance data and report discrepancies or improvements.

Skills

Electronics maintenance

Troubleshooting

Test equipment

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Electronics training (technical)

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Radar systems

Job description

Amentum is seeking an Electronic Technician I to join our team at Eielson, AFB, Alaska. This is an entry level position that involves applying technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks following detailed instructions. This position works under the technical guidance of a supervisor or higher-level technician, and work product is audited for accuracy. The duties and requirements listed below are not mutually exclusive.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required US Government security clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform work on various types of electronic equipment and related devices through a combination of installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, construction, and testing
• Operate and maintain electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, digital and analog computers, industrial measuring and controlling equipment, microwave amplifiers and transmission lines, high-voltage power supplies and keying circuits, indicators and displays, and antenna positioning systems
• Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data and test equipment
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and effect repairs to restore equipment to required operating condition
• Manipulate computer keyboards and view and interpret computer displays
• Troubleshoot to the component level and make needed repairs
• Identify and report corrections/improvements to technical data
• Identify and report product quality/material deficiencies
• Identify and report supply discrepancies
• Conduct inventories and maintain accountability records, including ancillary and support equipment
• Assist with inspection requirements and implementing approved configuration changes
• Perform equipment status reporting, maintenance data collection and job documentation
• Ensure compliance with Amentum's Quality Control and Safety Programs
• Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• High school diploma or equivalent; technical training in electronics preferred.
• 1-2 years of experience in electronics maintenance or repair.
• Basic knowledge of DC and AC electronics, digital logic, solid-state devices and circuits
• Familiarity with Radar and High-Power transmitters or similar systems preferred.
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment such as multi-meters and oscilloscopes.
• Familiarity with electronic, electromechanical and computer systems preferred.
• Familiarity with test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment preferred.
• Basic troubleshooting skills
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Must possess a valid driver’s license and must meet all requirements for assigned vehicles
• Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
• Ability to speak, read, and write English
• Ability to work indoors, outdoors and travel to remote locations
• Reside near or be willing to relocate to the vicinity of Fairbanks/Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Familiarity with threat systems is desired
• Ability to read Cyrillic is desired

Compensation Details:

$39.04

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

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

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

Original Posting:

10/01/2026 - 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.

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