Electronic Technician, Maintenance I

Amentum; Fairbanks (AK); On-site; USD 5,373,000 - 5,510,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401K

Paid time off

Educational reimbursement

Parental leave

Job summary

Amentum seeks an Electronic Technician I at Eielson AFB, Alaska. This entry-level role applies basic electronics knowledge under supervision and follows detailed instructions to perform routine tasks.

You will work with government-facing equipment, learn to troubleshoot to the component level, and support other technicians while maintaining safety and quality standards. Eligibility for a Secret clearance and willingness to relocate to the Fairbanks area are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1–2 years of electronics maintenance or repair experience.
• Basic knowledge of DC/AC electronics and logic.
• Proficiency with multimeters and oscilloscopes.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and test electronic equipment per instructions.
• Operate and maintain electronic transmitting and receiving equipment and related systems.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to restore operation.
• Document maintenance, inventory, and compliance with QC/Safety programs.
• Report data and suggest improvements to technical information.

Skills

Electronics maintenance

Troubleshooting

Test equipment use

English proficiency

Ability to lift 50 lbs

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Amentumis seeking an Electronic Technician I to join our teamat 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
• 1-2 years of experience in electronics maintenance or repair.
• Basic knowledge of DC and AC electronics, digital logic, solid-state devices and circuits
• Proficiency in using electronic test equipment such as multi-meters and oscilloscopes.
• 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. Basic troubleshooting skills
• 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
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

• Familiarity with Radar and High-Power transmitters or similar systems preferred.
• Familiarity with electronic, electromechanical and computer systems preferred.
• Familiarity with test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment preferred.
• Technical training in electronics and familiarity with threat systems
• Ability to read Cyrillic preferred

Benefits:

This position falls under the local Union and comes with; medical , vision, dental, STD and life insurance.

• Vacation - 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service
• Sick leave - One (1) hour of accrual for every thirty (30) hours worked, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.
• Twelve (12) Paid Holidays per calendar year
• 401K
• Employee stock option plan

We look forward to having you join our Amentum and ARCTICS teams!

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:

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.

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