Electronics Tech- Radio

NextGen Federal Systems; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

NextGen Federal Systems is seeking an Electronics Technician to provide hands-on electronics support for USMS in TOD. The role involves asset tracking, LMR operations, and building codeplugs for P25 devices across trunking and conventional systems.

Candidate must have experience with Motorola LMR devices, RF testing, and coordinating with federal agencies on interoperability. Onsite work in Houston, with travel as needed; DoD Top Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Experience building codeplugs for P25 subscriber devices (trunking and conventional).
• Experience with P25 infrastructure devices; Motorola G-series preferred.
• Experience with Quantar and GTRs is preferred.
• Familiarity with fiber optic cables, connectors, and use cases.

Responsibilities

• Support USMS asset tracking and inventory.
• Build codeplugs for P25 devices and infrastructure components.
• Align/tune RF assets using an RF network analyzer or service monitor.
• Troubleshoot cables: Cat5/6/7, RG58, RG6, hardline coax.
• Coordinate with local and federal agencies on interoperability plans.
• Troubleshoot both P25 subscribers and infrastructure devices; assess antennas and vehicle radio installs.

Skills

LMR experience

RF knowledge

Troubleshooting cables

Codeplug building

Interagency coordination

DoD TS clearance

Self-starter

Tools

Motorola LMR devices

RF network analyzer

Job description

NextGen Federal Systems, LLC (NextGen) is seeking an Electronics Technician to provide hands‑on electronics equipment support for the Department of Justice (DOJ) United States Marshals Service (USMS) Tactical Operations Division (TOD), Office Of Strategic Technology Tactical Communication Program.

NextGen offers a competitive compensation package, commensurate with experience, successful performance, and corporate contributions including salary, health benefits, 401k, and performance bonus

Responsibilities

• Candidate will support USMS asset tracking and inventory


• Candidate must have previous LMR experience.


• Candidate must possess a thorough understanding of LMR operations and technologies.
  
  
  
  • Candidate must have experience with building codeplugs for P25 subscriber devices on both trunking and conventional infrastructures. Motorola APX preferred.
  
  
  • Candidate must have experience with building codeplugs for P25 infrastructure devices. Motorola G-series devices preferred.
  
  
  • Experience with Quantar and GTRs preferred.
  
  
  
  


• Candidate must have the ability to identify, troubleshoot, and terminate the following cables types
  
  
  
  • Category 5,6,7 UTP and STP twisted pair networking cable to industry standards
  
  
  • RG58 or similar 50 ohm coaxial cable
  
  
  • RG6 or similar 75 ohm coaxial cable
  
  
  • Hardline coaxial cable such as Heliax or Superflex cables
  
  
  
  


• Candidate must have the ability to align/tune the following RF (Radio Frequence) assets/devices using an RF (Radio Frequence) Network analyzer/service monitor
  
  
  
  • P25 Subscribers (both mobile and portable)
  
  
  • P25 Infrastructure devices
  
  
  • RF filters/cavities
  
  
  
  


• Candidate must have familiarity with various fiber optic cable types, connectors, and use case for each.


• Candidate must possess the ability configure and troubleshoot at a basic level various Internet of Things (IoT) devices to facilitate basic communication capabilities on the network.


• Candidate must possess the ability to coordinate with local and federal agencies in the development of communications plans for the purpose of interoperability.


• Candidate must possess the ability to troubleshoot both P25 subscribers and infrastructure devices. Troubleshooting would include
  
  
  
  • Checking for proper antenna type(s)
  
  
  • Ability to perform antenna line health checks via various means.
  
  
  • Ability to understand and troubleshoot vehicle radio installs.
  
  
  
  


• Candidate must have the ability to coordinate with their immediate manager and the USMS COR on projected systems, current and planned capabilities, compatibility, costs and benefits, joint agency efforts, and other critical areas as dictated. In both written and verbal form.


• Candidate must be a self‑starter and work well in both a team environment and independently.

Qualifications

• Ability to work onsite


• Ability to travel for work


• Ability to work with ladders/at height


• Currently possess a DoD Top Secret security clearance


• Experience with Motorola LMR Devices

About NextGen:

NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we:

Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure.

Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good.

Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability.

Strive to achieve results as an organization.

Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors.

Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success.

Create an environment where people can engage at all levels.

Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes.