Electronic Technician - RF/RADAR

JT4; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 48,023 - 56,702; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan with Employer Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

JT4 in Las Vegas seeks candidates for Electronic Technician II or III positions supporting U.S. defense. Responsibilities include operating radars, maintaining electronic equipment, and troubleshooting to the component level. Candidates should have relevant education, ISCET certification, and hands-on experience in electronics. Offering competitive hourly rates and benefits including medical insurance and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Education in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory.
• 3 years of hands-on experience for Technician II.
• 7 years of hands-on experience for Technician III.

Responsibilities

• Operate radars and other electronic equipment.
• Maintain and repair analog and digital equipment.
• Construct RF chassis using standard fabrication techniques.

Skills

General electronics proficiency

Troubleshooting to the component level

Soldering capabilities

Experience with RF devices

Education

Associate's degree or technical schooling in electronics

ISCET certification

Tools

Test equipment for maintenance and repair

Job description

Candidates of all skill and experience levels will be considered for this position.

Job Summary

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war‑fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.

Essential Functions / Duties

• Operate radars and other electronic equipment on a daily basis.
• Read and interpret schematics and RF signal flow and wiring diagrams.
• Maintain, sustain, troubleshoot and repair analog and digital equipment used in radar transmitters, receivers, timing assemblies, data collection, and RF and digital transmission lines.
• Construct electronic and RF chassis using industry standard fabrication techniques for wiring and packaging.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in Maximo.

Electronic Technician II Requirements

Education and/or training from an accredited college or technical school with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory, or a military equivalent and 3 years of hands‑on experience are required for this position.

• International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) certification.
• Demonstrated proficiency in general electronics.
• Good understanding of electronic, electro‑mechanical, and computer systems.
• Good understanding of test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment.
• Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high‑power radio frequency (RF) devices.
• Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot to the component level and competency in soldering.

Electronic Technician III Requirements

An associate's degree or higher from an accredited college; or technical schooling with courses in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory; or a military equivalent and a minimum of seven (7) years of hands‑on experience are required for this position.

• International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) certification.
• Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics.
• Demonstrated expertise in electronic, electro‑mechanical, and computer systems and the test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment.
• Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high‑power radio frequency (RF) devices.
• Expert‑level troubleshooting and soldering capabilities.

Salary

• Electronic Technician II: $34.86/hour to $39.22/hour.
• Electronic Technician III: $36.59/hour to $41.16/hour.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance (Benefits Active on Day 1)
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Accounts / FSA's
• Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
  • JT4 will match 50%, up to an 8% contribution
  • 100% Immediate Vesting
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Responsibilities

Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.

Working Conditions

Employee will be required to work some shift work, at remote locations, and occasional overnight assignments. Work is performed both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet. Grease or oil may be found on working surfaces. Outdoor duties may be performed on gravel or shingled roof. Climbing stairs, ladders, towers, and scaffolds, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs (anything heavier requires two or more people or mechanical assistance) are required. A government vehicle is used on an as-needed basis.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified. Tasking is in support of a Federal Government Contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state‑issued driver's license, or other licenses/certifications, and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license, or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.