Engineering Technician I LOE 867

RT&T Inc.; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Tuition and training assistance

Employee assistance program

Paid vacation and holidays

Flexible work schedule

Long-term contract

Job summary

InDyne seeks an entry-level, onsite technician to support telemetry operations at the Atlantic Test Range in Patuxent River, MD. The role involves first-hand flight test support, RF equipment maintenance, and collaborating with senior technicians.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, pursuing an appropriate technician track, and willingness to travel 50–75% with overtime as needed. A security clearance may be required.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Technician I path requires 1 year related experience or equivalent substitutions.
• Apprentice path requires enrollment in relevant Engineering/Electronics program and progression to Technician II.

Responsibilities

• Support local and remote real-time test flights.
• Troubleshoot telemetry antenna and instrumentation issues in real-time.
• Operate ATAS and TAS equipment.
• Operate oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, receivers and transmitters.
• Learn RF theory and its applications.
• Work with basic hand and power tools.
• Learn from senior technicians.

Skills

RF theory

Real-time testing

Tools handling

Problem solving

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Technician I

Apprentice program enrollment

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Receivers

Transmitters

Job description

Overview

Background Information:

This entry-level, onsite position supports the Telemetry Operations Team at the Atlantic Test Range (ATR) in Patuxent River, Maryland. ATR is the Navy’s East Coast open air test range and provides real-time flight test operations support including data acquisition services to DoD customers. Come work in a rewarding technical environment at the forefront of naval flight test & evaluation (T&E) supporting the needs of today’s warfighter and beyond!

Duties & Responsibility Requirements:

• Support local and remote real-time test flights


• Troubleshoot telemetry antenna and supporting instrumentation issues in real-time


• Operate and maintain Antenna Telemetry Acquisition Systems (ATAS) and Telemetry Acquisition Systems (TAS)


• Operate oscilloscopes/spectrum analyzers/receivers/transmitters


• Obtain knowledge of radio frequency (RF) theory and application


• Work with basic hand/power tools


• Learn from senior technicians

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

Educational, Experience, and Skill Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent


• Technician I:

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  • 1 year of experience performing the same or similar function. In lieu of 1 year of work experience, 12 semester hours of college courses related to the field, or 1 year in a trade/tech school of similar function can be substituted.
  
  

• Apprentice:

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  • Enrollment in an Engineering/Electronics Technician AA/AS degree or related curriculum from an accredited college or university
  
  
  • Upon successful completion of the Apprentice Program the candidate will qualify as an Engineering Technician II
  
  

• Candidate should be a self-starter with an eagerness to learn and may at times need to research solutions independently


• Must be flexible and team oriented


• Must be able to travel 50-75% of the time on trips lasting anywhere from a few days up to a month


• Must be able to work frequent overtime as required


• Must possess a valid driver’s license and successfully pass drug screening

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.


• Employment and start date is contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

Work Conditions:

Conditions will vary. Most work is performed in enclosed buildings, but some outside work may be required. Work will include sitting, standing, walking, lifting and reaching. Applicant should be capable of lifting 50-100lbs assisted by other employees. Visual abilities needed to perform this job include close vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.

Benefits Include:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), Life/AD&D/STD/LTD Insurance


• Tuition and Training Assistance Program


• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)


• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and 11 Federal Holidays


• Flexible Work Schedule


• 10-Year Contract

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

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