Electronics Technician Maintenance II (BFTN) SATCOM with Security Clearance

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Vacation and Sick Leave

401(k) Plan

Holidays

Job summary

Centurum is seeking an Electronics Technician Maintenance II in San Diego, CA. The role requires working with shipboard electronics, RF systems, and advanced test equipment to troubleshoot and repair complex electronics, under supervision, with potential guidance to junior technicians.

Ideal candidates have 3 years of experience with RF components and shipboard systems, and must obtain/maintain a Secret DoD clearance. Travel ~25% and full-time employment offered with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of NAVY Radio Frequency network and communication systems; experience with electronic test equipment.
• Three years (3) experience performing overhauls and repairs on shipboard electronics systems such as BFTN, HF, RF, TVS.
• Must read and interpret IRD/SID and technical manuals.
• Must produce detailed technical documentation including status reports.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic to advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems using manuals and documentation.
• Plan work sequence, select tools and testing instruments, follow accepted practices.
• Provide guidance to lower-level technicians as needed.

Skills

NAVY RF systems

Test equipment operation

Technical documentation

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Spectrum Analyzer

Network Analyzer

Oscilloscope

Signal Generator

RF components

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 insurance 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.