Electronic Technician - RF/RADAR

jt4currentopeningscx3; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

JT4, LLC seeks Electronic Technicians II or III to support radar and RF electronics in lab and field environments. Candidates should have electronics training or an associate degree or higher, plus 3+ years hands-on experience (for II) or seven years with relevant education and expertise (for III).

ISCET certification is required, with strong soldering and troubleshooting skills. Responsibilities include operating radar/electronic equipment, interpreting schematics, repairing analog/digital

Qualifications

• Education in math, basic electronics, and microwave theory, or military equivalent with 3 years hands-on experience (Electronic Technician II).
• ISCET certification.
• Experience with general electronics, electro-mechanical and computer systems; ability to troubleshoot to component level.

Responsibilities

• Operate radars and electronic equipment daily.
• Read and interpret schematics and RF signal flow and wiring diagrams.
• Maintain 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.

Skills

Soldering

Circuit troubleshooting

RF electronics

Education

ISCET certification

Associate's degree or higher in electronics

Tools

Maximo

Job description

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.

JOB SUMMARY - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/DUTIES

The Electronic Technician typically performs their duties within an electronics lab, but occasionally operate in the field. Duties and responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Operate radars and other electronic equipment on a daily basis.
• Read and interpret schematics and RF signal flow and wiring diagrams.
• Maintain, sustain, and 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 for techniques for wiring and packaging.
• Additional responsibilities as assigned.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in Maximo.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

This position can be filled with a candidate meeting the requirements for either an Electronic Technician II or Electronic Technician III. Candidates of all skill and experience levels will be considered for this position.

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.

In addition, an Electronic Technician II must possess the following qualifications:

• 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.

In addition, an Electronic Technician III must possess the following qualifications:

• 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: The expected pay range for this position is $34.86/hour to $39.22/hour.

Electronic Technician III: The expected pay range for this position is $36.59/hour to $41.16/hour.

Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4 considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market/business considerations when extending an offer.

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 over-night 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.

SCC: JELT4, JOM68; JCORP12