Electronics Technician II - Indian Springs

jt4currentopeningscx3; Indian Springs (NV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to western test ranges under J-Tech II. An Electronic Technician II specializes in ground-based electronic systems, performing installation, repair, troubleshooting, testing and documentation.

The role requires hands-on experience, education in electronics, and the ability to work with engineers and vendors to resolve issues. Strong technical communication is essential.

Qualifications

• Three (3) years Hands-on experience required.
• Accredited education with math, electronics, microwave theory.
• Proficiency in general electronics and related systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, overhaul and test electronic equipment.
• Operate and troubleshoot transmitting and receiving gear and related devices.
• Diagnose malfunctions and perform repairs to restore operation.
• Set up, program and operate ground-based electronic systems.
• Document maintenance actions and report findings.

Skills

General electronics

Networking

Electronic test equipment

Electro-mechanical systems

Computer systems

Education

Accredited college/technical school with math, electronics, microwave theory

Tools

RF test equipment

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 DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Working under general technical guidance, an Electronic Technician II specializes in ground-based electronic systems and works on various types of electronic equipment and related devices through a combination of installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, construction, and testing

Employee will be responsible for the following functions/duties:

• Operate and maintain electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, digital and analog computers, industrial measuring and controlling equipment, microwave amplifiers and transmission lines, circuit cards, high-voltage power supplies and keying circuits, indicators and displays, and antenna positioning systems
• Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic electronic, communication, and mechanical problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data, and test equipment
• Diagnose equipment malfunctions and effect repairs to restore equipment to required operating condition
• Set up, operate, and program ground-based electronic systems
• Manipulate computer peripherals while interpreting computer displays
• Troubleshoot to the component level and make needed repairs
• Document maintenance actions and complete logistic documentation for replacement parts
• Reporting mission operations and maintenance findings to management team through end of shift reports
• Provides technical guidance to junior technicians
• Communicate with engineers and vendors to resolve advanced issues
• Perform other job-related duties, as required.

REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE

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 three (3) years of hands-on experience are required for this position.

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

• Demonstrated proficiency in general electronics
• Good understanding of electronic, electro-mechanical, and computer systems
• Good understanding of information technology w/an emphasis on networking
• Good understanding of electronic and radio frequency (RF) test equipment used to maintain and repair equipmentDisclosure