Engineering Electronics Technician - 100% Travel

System One; Elk Grove Village (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and welfare benefits

401(k) plan participation

Job summary

A leading staffing agency is seeking an Engineering Electronics Technician for a contract position. The role requires 100% travel across the Central Service Area and involves supporting various installations, troubleshooting electrical components, and ensuring compliance with federal security requirements. Candidates should have a high school diploma and strong skills in electronics installation and repair. The job offers health benefits and a work model that supports remote work.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Experience working in extreme weather conditions.
• Willingness to travel up to 100%.
• Applicants must have a valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Support site preparation for contractor installation.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical components.
• Install wiring and cabling for various systems.
• Coordinate FAA TOR performance verification.
• Assist with general installation and construction efforts.

Skills

Troubleshooting skills

Installation skills

Repair skills

Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite

Ability to work in extreme weather

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Electrical components testing tools

Soldering tools

Job description

Job Title: Engineering Electronics Technician - 100% Travel
Location: Chicago, Illinois Region
Type: Contract
Compensation: $25.00 – $35.00 per hour
Contractor Work Model: Remote
Hours: 40 hours per week
Security Clearance: Must meet customer security requirements (moderate to high risk).

Responsibilities

• Support site preparation for contractor installation of racks, ranging from wall mount racks to multiple racks per site.
• Provide critical power circuits and grounding as specified in Engineering Package.
• Provide essential power convenience outlet circuits for alternating racks.
• Mount 4’x4’ fire‑rated plywood for future equipment mounting.
• Install NAS Voice Recorder (NVR) cabling and monitors.
• Install Intellectual Property Value Chains (IPVCS) cabling and monitors.
• Install Air‑to‑Ground Protocol Converter (APC) cabling, cards, and monitors.
• Support installation of new cable trays and conduits for racks, cables, NVR, IPVCS, APC, and TIR installations.
• Install fiber paths at each site following FAA POC requirements.
• Support LTE antenna installation on roofs, including establishing cable paths.
• Assist with general installation and construction efforts, including redlines and as‑built reports.
• Remove, repair, or replace components, wires, terminal blocks, and connectors.
• Solder, splice, and install/repair various wire types including coaxial, shielded, solid, and stranded.
• Test and troubleshoot electrical components using schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, and technical data.
• Calibrate and troubleshoot audio and voice communication systems to component level.
• Coordinate FAA TOR performance verification for system readiness.
• Install sensors, wires, cabling, computers, radios, and satellites in various environments.
• Perform other associated responsibilities as needed.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds.
• Experience working in extreme weather conditions (heat, cold, etc.).
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, internet, and email tools.
• Ability to meet federal security requirements; background check by federal authorities required.
• Willingness to travel up to 100% within the Central Service Area (states from Texas to Canada: TX, OK, KS, MO, NE, etc.).
• Applicants must have a current and valid driver’s license; personal vehicle use highly preferred, but not mandatory.
• Excellent troubleshooting, installation, and repair skills with electronics and communications equipment.
• Strong understanding of schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Ability to work in outdoor environments and in extreme weather.
• Desired: Advanced electronics training; 5+ years’ experience with fiber optics, radio systems, and complex electronics.

Benefits

Eligible employees receive health and welfare benefits coverage options including medical, dental, vision, spending accounts, life insurance, voluntary plans, and participation in a 401(k) plan.

Equal Opportunity Employer

System One is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.