Electronics Technician III

General Dynamics - IT; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

General Dynamics - IT in Chesapeake, VA seeks an Electronics Technician Maintenance III to support surface ship torpedo counter measures and AN/SLQ-25 systems. You will test, troubleshoot, repair, and upgrade complex electro-mechanical equipment in shipboard environments.

The ideal candidate has an Associate’s Degree in a related field with 3–5 years of hands-on fabrication and repair experience, and the ability to read schematics. US citizenship and security clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in a related technical discipline or equivalent experience.
• 3–5 years fabricating, maintaining and repairing electronic components.
• Military experience is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic and mechanical equipment to the component level.
• Generating Test and Inspection Reports documenting testing and repair actions.
• Reviewing and commenting on system test procedures.

Skills

Schematic reading

Troubleshooting

Electro-mechanical systems

Independent worker

Onboard ship work

Lift up to 50 lbs

Safety PPE use

Education

Associate’s Degree in a related technical discipline

Job description

ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE III MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

As an Electronics Technician Maintenance III, the work you’ll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of the DoW and DoN. Candidate should be familiar and will play a crucial role in the maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing, and upgrading Surface ship Torpedo Counter Measures and Defense AN/SLQ-25 systems.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Engineering Technician III Fabricates, tests, troubleshoots, repairs and modifies electronic and mechanical developmental and production equipment, parts, components, and systems according to engineering instructions.

• 1. Performs complex technical functions in support of engineering activities such as set up, operation, maintenance, modification, circuit testing, calibration and troubleshooting of electronic or electro-mechanical components and systems, experimental design circuitry, prototype models or specialized test equipment.
• 2. Works from schematics, diagrams, written and verbal instructions.
• 3. Conducts complex engineering tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement, selecting, preparing, and operating standard test equipment. Records gathered test data.
• 4. Diagnoses and isolates equipment and system malfunctions which fail to respond to standard corrective measures.
• 5. Constructs/Assembles components, subunits, or simple models. Adapts standard equipment for specific troubleshooting applications.
• 6. Repairs or modifies cables and equipment returned by operational users or by personnel in the associated test and development laboratories.
• 7. May provide guidance and work leadership to less-experienced technicians.
• 8. Maintains current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• 9. Participates in special projects as required.

Specific responsibilities include

• 1. Testing, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic and mechanical equipment to the component level.
• 2. Generating Test and Inspection Reports to document testing, troubleshooting, and repair actions.
• 3. Reviewing and commenting on system test procedures.

Education and Experience

Associate’s Degree in a related technical discipline, or the equivalent combination of education, technical training or work experience. Three to Five years of related experience fabricating, maintaining and repairing electronic components. Component-level troubleshooting and repair preferred. Military experience desired, but not required.

Skills and Abilities

• 1. Comprehensive knowledge of the principles, methods, and techniques used in the fabrication, testing, and modification of electro-mechanical components.
• 2. Knowledge of and ability to use the related tools, equipment, and systems.
• 3. Effective organizational skills.
• 4. Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• 5. Must be able to read and interpret schematic diagrams.
• 6. Must be able to follow detailed troubleshooting instructions.
• 7. Must be able to work independently and with others.
• 8. Must be able to work onboard ships in industrial environments, as required.
• 9. Ability to lift up to 50 lbs., climb ladders and stairs, squat, and reach for warehoused material.
• 10. Candidate must be able to wear safety hat, safety glasses, hearing protection, safety shoes, and other Personal Protective Equipment as required.
• 11. This position requires occasional travel, approximately one week per month, both CONUS and OCONUS.

Secret Security Clearance required

Must be a US Citizen

GDIT IS YOUR PLACEAt GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace