RPA GCS Technician I with Security Clearance

Invictus Technical Solutions; Sumter (SC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Invictus Technical Solutions, LLC. is seeking a Ground Control Station Technician I to support the Air Force Remotely Piloted Aircraft unit in a TS clearance environment.

You will perform maintenance on GCSs, ensure compliance with Air Force data, and execute troubleshooting, testing, and installation tasks with IT components. The role requires strong communication, blueprint-reading, and Windows/MS Office proficiency, plus the ability to obtain an IAT Level II certification within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Strong verbal and written communication required.
• Proficiency with blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Basic MS Windows knowledge.
• Proficient with the Microsoft Office suite.
• Must obtain an IAT Level II certification within 90 days of hire (CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ CE, SSCP, or GSEC).

Responsibilities

• Interface with customers and maintain effective communication.
• Perform maintenance actions, inspections, modifications, troubleshooting, testing, and installations on GCSs.
• Document maintenance actions and discrepancies using aircraft logs and MIS.
• Apply Air Force Technical Data to solve problems, including locating circuitry and isolating malfunctions.
• Plan work schedules, select tools and test instruments, and comply with maintenance instructions and directives.
• Utilize test instruments to isolate malfunctions and develop concrete solutions.
• Maintain, repair, and install electronic equipment (radar, radio, SATCOM, navigational aids) and related systems.
• Apply electronic principles to diagnose malfunctions and restore operations.
• Receive supervision from higher-level technicians or supervisors.
• Fulfill all other position-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication skills

Blueprints & diagrams

MS Windows

MS Office

IAT II certifications

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's degree

Job description

Looking for Ground Control Station (GCS) Technician I with a Top Secret (TS) clearance and a COMPTIA Security+ certification! Join our team and support the daily operations of the Air Force Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) unit. As a GCS Technician, you will perform maintenance on GCSs, ensuring compliance with Air Force Technical Data and implementing best maintenance practices.

Responsibilities

• Interface with customers, delivering excellent customer service and maintaining effective communication.
• Execute maintenance actions, inspections, modifications, troubleshooting, testing, and installations of electronic and IT systems and subsystems on GCSs.
• Document all maintenance actions and discrepancies using aircraft logs, AFTO 781s, Maintenance Information Systems (MIS), and maintenance logs.
• Apply technical knowledge and reference Air Force Technical Data to solve problems, including locating circuitry, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
• Understand circuit interrelationships, plan work schedules, select tools and test instruments, and comply with maintenance instructions and technical directives.
• Utilize common and complex test instruments to isolate malfunctions and develop concrete solutions.
• Maintain, repair, and install electronic equipment, such as radar, radio, telecommunication, SATCOM, and navigational aids, as well as computers and industrial measuring devices.
• Apply electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment operations.
• Receive immediate supervision and technical guidance from higher-level technicians or supervisors.
• Fulfill all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma, or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Basic understanding of MS Windows.
• Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Must earn and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications within 90 days of hire: CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ ce, SSCP, or GSEC, in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M.

Additional On-the-job Training May Be Required.

Ability to lift/carry items over 50 pounds.

Willingness to work a non-traditional schedule to maintain 24/7/365 operations.

Proficiency in spoken, written, and understanding of English.

Proof of U.S. citizenship upon hire.

Submission of updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.

Must possess and maintain a current DoD TS/SCI clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's degree in a relevant career field.
• Minimum of one year of recent Aircraft Avionics, Ground Control Station, SATCOM maintenance, Military Aviation, and/or Communications experience.
• Working knowledge of basic electronics maintenance and repair.
• Basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft and ground control station electronics maintenance.
• Understanding of SATCOM communications.
• Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
• Basic skills and knowledge in operating networks, including hardware, software, topology, standards, and protocols.
• Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Application of technical knowledge of electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment systems and operations.
• Experience in RPA operations or Military C4ISR (Command, Control, Computers, Communication, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).
• Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
• Prior experience in RPA Aircraft Avionics/GCS/SATCOM Maintenance and Repair.
• FCC Radio Telephone License.
• Knowledge and ability to administer