Electronics Maintenance Technician - Fort Lauderdale, FL

Serco; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan

Job summary

Serco is seeking an Electronics Maintenance Technician to support the SFOMF at Fort Lauderdale, FL. You will join a 10–15 person team maintaining and operating electronic equipment for Navy-backed RDT&E trials and waterfront operations.

You will repair, troubleshoot, modify and install varied electronic equipment, including radar, radio, and navigation systems, while applying electronics principles and documenting activities for technical reviews.

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance required.
• US Citizenship required.
• High School Diploma or GED.
• 5 years of experience as an Electronics Technician.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing radios and radars.
• Proficient with multimeters and related diagnostic tools.
• Experience with hand tools, power tools, testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints and electrical diagrams.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willingness to travel about 10%.

Responsibilities

• Repair, troubleshoot, modify and install electronic equipment (radar, radio, navigational aids, etc.).
• Determine malfunctions and restore operation; evaluate performance and reliability.
• Perform engineering calculations and analyze data.
• Collect technical data from manuals, reports, and staff.
• Assist engineers on technical aspects of projects.
• Develop engineering sketches, drawings, graphs, and reports.
• Prepare technical documentation and present information to customers.

Skills

Secret clearance

US citizenship

High school diploma

Electronics repair

Radio/radar repair

Multimeter proficiency

Hand & power tools

Blueprint reading

Communication

Travel 10%

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Multimeter

Testing and diagnostic equipment

Hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Position Description & Qualifications

If you love high profile and challenging projects supporting the Navy, then Serco has a great opportunity for you!

As the Electronics Maintenance Technician, you will be on a dynamic team responsible for the maintenance and operation of the South Florida Ocean Measurement Facility (SFOMF) at our customer site in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Bring your expertise and collaborative skills to make an impact on our national security.

Serco supports the US Navy’s SFOMF in Ocean Testing and Waterfront Operations including support for data acquisition systems, offshore test ranges, underwater sensors, underwater infrastructure, shore-based sensors and systems, boats, vehicles, equipment shelters, weight handling equipment (WHE), observation towers, and tracking systems for SFOMF Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) activities.

You will be part of a 10-15 member team that works closely with the customer to deliver services, and logistics support required to conduct RDT&E trials, operations and system installations and maintenance in support of SFOMF, Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), the Navy, and other DoD projects locally within the South Florida area of operations (AOR). The team has been supporting SFOMF for over 5 years and has been recognized by the Navy for their outstanding contributions.

In this role, you will:

• Repair, troubleshoot, modify and install various types of electronic equipment and related devices such as electronic transmitting and receiving equipment (e.g., radar, radio, television, telecommunication, sonar, and navigational aids); personal and main frame computers and terminals, industrial, and controlling equipment.
• Apply technical knowledge of electronics principles in determining equipment malfunctions, and applies skill in restoring equipment operation, evaluates performance and reliability of prototype or production mode, and recommends changes in circuitry or installation specifications to simplify assembly and maintenance.
• Perform engineering computations, manually or using automated analysis programs (e.g., propagation, intermodulation, and frequency assignment).
• Perform calculations using formulas or concepts of algebra, trigonometry, calculus, or statistics.
• Collect technical data from appropriate documentation (e.g. technical manuals and internal and external reports), automated files, and other staff.
• Determine and interpret equipment characteristics data, performs necessary analysis, and transcribes to required formats.
• Assist engineers in moderately technical aspects of project work.
• Acquire a working knowledge of the SFOMF databases and of the types of information stored in each file.
• Design and develop engineering sketches, drawings, graphs, slides, and charts for preliminary or final reports or briefings.
• Assist in the preparation of appropriate technical documentation.
• As required, verbally present information at project review sessions and in informal interface with customers.
• Comply with security procedures in the performance of duties.

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• An active or current Secret Clearance.
• US Citizenship.
• High School Diploma/GED.
• 5 years of experience as an Electronics Technician performing repairs, troubleshooting, modifications and installations of various types of electronic equipment and related devices.
• Experience troubleshooting and repairing radios and radars.
• Positive attitude and a strong desire/aptitude to learn new systems.
• Expert knowledge of multimeter functionality and usage.
• Experience in the use of a variety of hand tools, power tools, testing and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to read blueprints, technical diagrams, circuit and electrical plans.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to travel 10% of the time.

Additional desired experience and skills:

• Experience with splicing Fiber Optics is desired.
• Experience with deep water or high impact/stress equipment desired.
• Experience on boats, ships, or marine yards is desired.
• Proficiency in technical writing.
• Proficiency with MS-Office software.

Company Overview

Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. In North America, Serco’s 9,000+ employees strive to make an impact every day across 100+ sites in the areas of Defense, Citizen Services, and Transportation. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state, provincial and local governments, and commercial clients. While your place may look a little different depending on your role, we know you will find yours here. Wherever you work and whatever you do, we invite you to discover your place in our world. Serco is a place you can count on and where you can make an impact because every contribution matters.

To review Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/what-we-offer . If you require an accommodation with the application process please email: [e-mail] or call the HR Service Desk at 800-628-6458, option 1. Please note, due to EEOC/OFCCP compliance, Serco is unable to accept resumes by email.

Candidates may be asked to present proof of identity during the selection process. If requested, this will require presentation of a government-issued I.D. (with photo) with name and address that match the information entered on the application. Serco will not take possession of or retain/store the information provided as proof of identity. For more information on how Serco uses your information, please see our Applicant Privacy Policy and Notice.

Serco does not accept unsolicited resumes through or from search firms or staffing agencies without being a contracted approved vendor. All unsolicited resumes will be considered the property of Serco and will not be obligated to pay a placement or contract fee. If you are interested in becoming an approved vendor at Serco, please email [e-mail] .

Serco is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Pay Transparency

Our Total Rewards package includes competitive pay, performance-based incentives, and benefits that promote well-being and work-life balance—so you can thrive both professionally and personally. Eligible employees also gain access to a wide range of benefits from comprehensive health coverage and health savings accounts to retirement plans, life and disability insurance, and time-off programs that support work-life balance. Program availability may vary based on factors such as contract type, location, hire date, and applicable collective bargaining agreements.

Salary range: The hourly amount for this position can be found at the top of this posting. This role is covered by the Service Contract Act.For positions on this contract, we will pay the prevailing wage rate for the location in which the employee is working, as determined by the Department of Labor and the Wage Determination (WD). The wage rate will vary depending on the locality. Additionally, you will receive Health and Welfare Benefits based on the WD for the contract.Benefits – Comprehensible benefits for full-time employees (part-time members receive a limited package tailored to their role):

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Robust vacation and sick leave benefits, and flexible work arrangements where permitted by role or contract
• 401(k) plan that includes employer matching funds
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Optional coverages that can be purchased, including pet insurance, home and auto insurance, additional life and accident insurance, critical illness insurance, group legal, ID theft protection
• Birth, adoption, parental leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Plan that includes counseling conditions
• Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific contract as well as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement or Service Contract Labor Standards.

To review all Serco benefits please visit: https://careers.serco-na.com/us/en/about-us .

Serco complies with all applicable state and local leave laws, including providing time off under the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act for eligible Colorado residents, in alignment with our policies and benefit plans. The application window for this position is for no more than 60 days. We encourage candidates to apply promptly after the posting date, as the position may close earlier if filled or if the application volume exceeds expectations. If an applicant has any concerns with job posting compliance, please send an email to: [e-mail] .