Engineering Technician

Star3; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

TRISTAR is seeking a skilled SLQ-32 PIT Engineering Technician to support refurbishment, upgrade, and maintenance of shelters for SLQ-32 radar systems at NSWC Crane. The role requires hands-on technical work, problem-solving, and independent operation within a missions-focused environment.

The candidate should have at least 5 years of technician experience with SLQ-32, solder and fiber optic certifications, and the ability to read drawings and wiring diagrams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of technician experience with the SLQ-32 radar system.
• Solder Certification required.
• Fiber Optic Certification required.
• Ability to read drawings and wiring diagrams.
• Bachelor's degree or higher, with ability to substitute military experience for education.
• U.S. Citizen or eligible for a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• System set-up and teardown
• System level PIT testing
• PIT report generation
• (V)6 system integration with the (V)7
• Support other PIT/Depot tasking as needed

Skills

SLQ-32 experience

Solder Certification

Fiber Optic Certification

Read drawings & wiring diagrams

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher (military experience acceptable in lieu)

Tools

SLQ-32 radar system

Job description

Description

We are seeking a skilled and motivated SLQ-32 PIT Engineering Technician. The Engineering Technician will support refurbishment, upgrade, and maintenance efforts for shelters associated with SLQ-32 radar systems within the Maritime Expeditionary Warfare Division at NSWC Crane. This role requires a mechanically inclined, highly motivated individual capable of working independently in a hands-on technical environment. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with strong problem-solving skills who can contribute to system readiness and equipment lifecycle sustainment.

Key Responsibilities

• System set-up and teardown
• System level PIT testing
• PIT report generation
• (V)6 system integration with the (V)7
• Support other PIT/Depot tasking as needed

Requirements

• Must be a U.S Citizen
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance
• Must have, at minimum, 5 years of technician experience with the SLQ-32 radar system
• Solder Certification
• Fiber Optic Certification
• Ability to read drawings and wiring diagrams
• Bachelor's degree or higher, with ability to substitute military experience for education

About TRISTAR

TRISTAR is an SBA certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned professional services company supporting the U.S. Department of Defense programs. Our core competencies include Electronic Warfare, Enterprise Management, Full Spectrum Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Digital Transformation, Software Engineering and Development, Maritime Modernization and Engineering, and Technical Solutions.

TRISTAR was founded in March 1995 and has built an employee-focused collaborative environment which enables our team of professionals to create and deliver customized solutions to meet our customers’ mission critical challenges. TRISTAR’s core capabilities support customers with end-to-end solutions.

For over 30 years, TRISTAR has demonstrated and perfected our ability to successfully manage any task, small or large no matter how difficult or complex.

TRISTAR is proud to serve the Department of Defense and other Federal Agencies.

TRISTAR provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.