Electronics Technician Maintenance II (BFTN) SATCOM

Centurum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Centurum in San Diego, CA is seeking an Electronics Technician Maintenance II to apply basic to advanced test and repair skills on shipboard RF and communications equipment. The role requires three years of hands-on experience with Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and RF components.

A Secret DoD clearance is required. Responsibilities include interpreting manuals, performing circuit analyses, planning work sequences, and documenting status updates.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NAVY Radio Frequency network and communications systems.
• Three years experience performing overhauls and repairs on shipboard electronics systems including BFTN, HF, RF, HFRG, NMT, DMR, CBSP, GBS, and antenna systems.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting IRD, SID and technical manuals.
• Ability to produce detailed status reports and technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manuals.
• Plan work sequence, select tools and testing instruments, and comply with accepted practices under supervision.
• Perform circuit analyses, calculate waveforms, and trace signal relationships using complex test equipment.

Skills

NAVY RF networks

Shipboard RF systems

Tech documentation

IRD/SID readings

Education

High School diploma

Job description

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Electronics Technician Maintenance (ETM) II applies basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents. Work requires familiarity with the interrelationships of circuits and judgment in planning work sequence, in selecting tools, testing instruments, and is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices. This technician works under immediate supervision and achieves technical guidance, as required, from supervisor or higher-level technician. Work typically requires an understanding of the interrelationships of circuits, exercising independent judgment in performing such tasks as making circuit analyses, calculating wave forms, and tracing relationships in signal flow, using complex test instruments such as high frequency pulse generators, frequency synthesizers, distortion analyzers, and complex computer control equipment. Work may be reviewed by supervisor for general compliance with accepted practices. This position may provide technical guidance to lower-level technicians.

The ideal candidate will have three (3) years of experience working with electronic test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzer, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, Amplifiers, and other Radio Frequency components. Three years (3) experience performing overhauls and repairs on any of the following shipboard electronics systems: Battle Force Tactical Network (BFTN), High Frequency (HF), Radio Frequency (RF), High Frequency Radio Group (HFRG), Navy Multiband Terminal (NMT), Digital Modular Radio (DMR), Computer Based Satellite Program (CBSP), Global Broadcasting System (GBS) and/or Naval Shipboard Antenna Systems.

REQUIRED SKILLS/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

• Knowledge of NAVY Radio Frequency network and communication systems, and experience with operating electronic test equipment such as Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Oscilloscopes, and other Radio Frequency components.
• Three years (3) experience performing overhauls and repairs on any of the following shipboard electronics systems: Battle Force Tactical Network (BFTN), High Frequency (HF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), Radio Frequency (RF), Tactical Variant Switch (TVS).
• Must have proficiency in reading and interpreting technical material, including Installation Requirements Drawings (IRD), Ship Installation Drawings (SID), and technical manuals.
• Must have proficiency in providing detailed technical documents including status reports.

Education: High School Diploma or equivalent
Travel Required: 25%
Work Location: San Diego, CA

This position is required to have and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Experience in supporting Navy modernization initiatives, installation cycles, and systems upgrades for C4I systems.
• Experience developing written instructions, procedures, and other technical documentation.

REMARKS

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel.

Compensation: $44 - $52 an hour.
Compensation for positions at Centurum vary depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience.

EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran

Benefits

Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:

• Health Insurance - Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost-sharing basis.
• Dental Insurance - Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
• Basic Life Insurance - Company provided benefit for all full-time employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance - Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
• Dependant Life Insurance - Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
• Long Term Disability Insurance - Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
• Vacation and Sick Leave - Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
• Holidays - The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan - Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi-weekly match and a year-end profit sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.