Electronics Technician for SFSC Technical Support Services

Axiom Consultants; Sterling (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical insurance

Dental insurance

Life insurance

Matching 401(k) contribution

Job summary

A technology company is seeking an Electronics Technician to install, maintain, and repair telemetry communications and gas management systems. The ideal candidate should have 2-5 years of experience, an associate degree in electronics, and proficiency with electronic testing tools. Competitive compensation packages including medical, dental, and 401(k) contributions are offered. The role requires travel to weather forecasting offices for training, therefore, a willingness to travel is essential.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of repair experience in electrical or electronics-related equipment.
• Proficient in ACAD or Visio Drawings.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Test and implement electrical systems based on specifications.
• Monitor maintenance and inspection schedules.
• Provide telephone support for customers.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Mechanical aptitude

Communication skills

Education

Associate degree in electronics or military training equivalent

Tools

Digital voltmeter

AC clamp meter

Power tools

Job description

Description

Axiom is seeking an Electronics Technician to focus on installing, maintaining, troubleshooting and repairing telemetry communications systems and gas management systems. The Electronics Technician will work with mechanical, electrical and communication equipment, systems, and programs. Overseeing various types of electronic equipment. In addition to servicing and installing equipment, the Electronics Technician will run tests on equipment to locate issues. They also order parts if needed, and install replacement parts, including reassembling circuit boards or motor components.

The ideal candidate should be computer-minded and enjoy working with their hands, as well as have experience using electronic testing equipment and reading wiring diagrams and schematics and also be a critical thinker, analytical problem solver, and an organized person to maintain equipment and service records.

When not performing routine equipment maintenance or repair, the Electronics Technician will work closely with the Facilities Lead in maintaining and repairing the facility and other meteorological equipment. Proficient experience using tools will be needed such as hand held power tools, drill presses, band‑saws, etc. The Electronics Technician will be expected to travel for training or needed support to Weather Forecasting Offices (50% travel).

Duties and Responsibilities

• Test and implement electrical systems and products based on specifications
• Monitor preventive maintenance and inspection schedules
• Repair and maintain electronic systems as needed
• Perform system testing to evaluate performance and functionality
• Maintain inventory of electronic components and tools
• Recommend upgrades and modifications to improve system performance
• Perform startup, repair, preventive maintenance, and field modification on assigned equipment.
• Complete all administrative responsibilities on all work activities including daily reports, expense reports and preventive maintenance logs.
• Provide telephone support for customers.
• Work with customers, partners and technical support to resolve escalated issues.
• Demonstrate positive customer relationship building and management skills.
• Conduct Operator Training Class presentations and On the Job Training of Electronic Technicians.
• Perform 90‑day preventive maintenance duties on meteorological equipment as prescribed by the technical manual.

Skills and Competencies

• Analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking skills
• Teamwork and interpersonal communication skills
• Mechanical aptitude and ability to understand wiring diagrams and schematics
• Strong hand‑eye coordination and proficiency in using power tools
• High‑level organization skills
• Proficient in ACAD or Visio Drawings

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred or similar experience in electronics, electrical theory or similar discipline desirable and or military training equivalent.
• 2‑5 years of repair of electrical, electro‑mechanical or electronics related equipment.
• Computer literacy with standard business applications.
• Complete competence at utilizing test and diagnostic equipment such as digital voltmeter, AC clamp meter and other electronic test devices.
• Fully adept at reading and interpreting schematics, drawings, and theory of operation manuals.
• Thorough understanding of principles of AC and DC power, various AC and DC supply circuit components.
• Appropriate safety techniques and practices associated with job requirements.
• Ability to write business reports, correspondence, procedures, effectively present information and respond to customer questions.
• Must be able to lift and carry heavy objects up to 50 pounds.
• Good troubleshooting, analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Excellent communication skills, customer relations skills, and attention to detail.

Axiom offers competitive compensation packages including comprehensive medical/dental/life insurance and matching 401(k) contribution.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60‑1.35(c)