Tactical Communications & Optics Technician

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

Job summary

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC seeks an Electronic Technician to sustain mission-critical tactical systems across SFQC and related training operations. You will perform bench-level diagnostics, calibrations, and repairs on communications, COMSEC, navigation, and electro-optical platforms while maintaining NSA-compliant procedures.

Working under the shop supervisor, you will handle advanced test gear, document actions in Army logistics systems, and ensure timely return to service.

Qualifications

• Bench-level experience repairing tactical communications and electro-optical gear.
• Experience diagnosing COMSEC equipment and encryption systems.
• Proficiency with test equipment used on RF and electro-optical platforms.
• Familiarity with NSA/compliance handling procedures and security requirements.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office for maintenance documentation.

Responsibilities

• Sustain equipment Operational Readiness (OR) for SFQC and related training blocks.
• Perform bench-level diagnostics, alignment, testing, and repair of tactical comms and Type-1 encryption systems.
• Use advanced test sets, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers to isolate faults in HF/VHF/UHF transceivers.
• Execute software updates, key-loading, module replacements, and diagnostics on secure devices per NSA guidelines.
• Diagnose and calibrate DAGR and DAPS navigation systems and associated sensors.
• Maintain RF repeaters, counter-UAS sensors, and surveillance platforms to prevent dropouts.
• Conduct intermediate-level maintenance, alignment, and purging cycles for electro-optical and night vision devices.
• Provide technical services on night optics and clip-on thermal devices and verify proper operation.
• Document diagnostics and maintenance actions in Army logistics databases; track TAT and manage Class IX inventory.
• Perform final QA inspections before inventory turn-back and ensure compliance with manuals and specs.

Skills

Bench-level repair

COMSEC diagnostics

Electro-optics purging

Military electronics experience

Microsoft Office

Tools

Oscilloscopes

Spectrum analyzers

Test sets

DAGR/DAPS maintenance tools

Job description

Oak Grove Technologies, LLC seeks an Electronic Technician to sustain mission-critical tactical systems across SFQC and related training operations. You will perform bench-level diagnostics, calibrations, and repairs on communications, COMSEC, navigation, and electro-optical platforms while maintaining NSA-compliant procedures.

Working under the shop supervisor, you will handle advanced test gear, document actions in Army logistics systems, and ensure timely return to service.