RF Field Technician

Zachary Piper, LLC; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 57,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO/ Holidays

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking Field Service Technicians to support a leading wireless communications organization across multiple onsite locations. The role focuses on installing and maintaining RF/wireless systems for DoD and Commercial clients.

You will install, configure, and troubleshoot radios, antennas, dispatch systems, and related hardware, and support UHF/VHF networks. Travel regionally and on-call work are required.

Qualifications

• 2–3+ years of technical experience in military communications, electronics, RF, or related fields.
• Experience with wireless communications, electronics, cabling, antennas, or related systems.
• Familiarity with UHF/VHF, RF, two-way radio systems, or communications equipment.
• Ability to read basic schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and networking principles preferred.
• Experience with radio manufacturers is a plus (Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Harris, EF Johnson).
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel regionally/overnight and on-call.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot radio communications systems.
• Program and configure radio equipment.
• Support UHF/VHF and 800/900 MHz networks.
• Install service radios, antennas, repeaters, and dispatch systems.
• Assist with BDA/DAS installation and troubleshooting.
• Perform cabling, equipment installation, and system integration.
• Use RF and electronic test equipment to diagnose issues.
• Interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot RF, networking, and communications systems.
• Support regional projects and on-call operations.

Skills

RF/wireless systems

Field service

Troubleshooting

Read schematics

TCP/IP networking

Regional travel/on-call

Tools

Radio equipment (Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Harris, EF Johnson)

Test equipment (Spectrum Analyzer, Wattmeter, TDR)

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking Field Service Technicians to support a leading wireless communications organization across various locations. The team is seeking a technician with expertise installing and maintaining RF/wireless communication systems to support a variety of DoD and Commercial clients. Details below:

Location(s): Columbia, MD, Chantilly, VA, Greensburg, PA, St. Paul, MN (100% onsite)

This job opens for applications on 10/26/2026. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Responsibilities of the Field Technician:

• Install, maintain, and troubleshoot radio communications systems.
• Program and configure radio equipment.
• Support UHF/VHF and 800/900 MHz networks.
• Install and service radios, antennas, repeaters, and dispatch systems.
• Assist with BDA/DAS installation and troubleshooting.
• Perform cabling, equipment installation, and system integration.
• Use RF and electronic test equipment to diagnose issues.
• Interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical documentation.
• Troubleshoot RF, networking, and communications systems.
• Support regional projects and on-call operations.

Qualifications of the Field Technician:

• 2-3+ years of relevant technical experience preferred, including military communications, electronics, RF, low-voltage installation, telecommunications, or two-way radio
• Experience experience with wireless communications, electronics, cabling, antennas, or related systems
• Familiarity with UHF/VHF, RF, two-way radio systems, or communications equipment
• Ability to read basic schematics, diagrams, and technical documentation
• Basic understanding of TCP/IP and networking principles preferred
• Experience with Motorola, Kenwood, ICOM, Harris, EF Johnson, or other radio manufacturers is a plus
• Valid driver's license
• Ability to support regional/overnight travel and on-call requirements as needed

Compensation of the Field Technician:

• Total compensation based on experience level - $57,000-$72,000+ **based on experience level**
• Full Benefits: PTO/Holidays, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k

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