Wireless Technician II

IDS International; Indiana (PA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

IDS International is seeking a Wireless Technician II at our Muscatatuck, Indiana site to support installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of wireless communications systems. The role requires experience with RF systems, signal planning, RF analysis, and resolving RF issues to ensure reliable network performance across environments.

Candidates must be able to work flexible shifts and hold an Active Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience required.
• Active Secret security clearance required.
• Minimum of five years installing, operating, and maintaining radio equipment HF–EHF.
• Experience with signal planning and RF analysis to determine placement and power needs.
• Experience troubleshooting RF issues.

Responsibilities

• Install, operate, and maintain radio equipment ranging from HF through EHF systems.
• Support wireless communications infrastructure and associated equipment.
• Conduct signal planning and RF analysis activities.
• Determine appropriate radio placement and transmission power requirements.
• Troubleshoot and resolve RF-related issues and performance problems.
• Monitor communications systems to ensure reliable operation.
• Perform routine maintenance and operational checks on radio systems.
• Assist in configuring and testing wireless communications equipment.
• Maintain technical documentation and equipment records.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to support communications requirements and mission objectives.

Skills

RF analysis

Signal planning

Radio equipment installation

Troubleshooting RF issues

Maintenance of radio systems

Education

Associate degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Job Title

Wireless Technician II

Why IDS?

IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

Locations

Muscatatuck, Indiana

Shifts Available

Please note, candidates must be flexible. Shift times are general hours; some projects may require earlier or later reporting based on customer requirements.

Job Description

IDS is seeking a Wireless Technician II to support the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of wireless communications systems. The selected candidate will work with a variety of radio technologies and communications equipment supporting mission and training requirements. This role requires experience with radio frequency (RF) systems, signal planning, RF analysis, and troubleshooting communications issues to ensure reliable network performance across operational environments.

Key Duties

• Install, operate, and maintain radio equipment ranging from HF through EHF systems.


• Support wireless communications infrastructure and associated equipment.


• Conduct signal planning and RF analysis activities.


• Determine appropriate radio placement and transmission power requirements.


• Troubleshoot and resolve RF-related issues and performance problems.


• Monitor communications systems to ensure reliable operation.


• Perform routine maintenance and operational checks on radio systems.


• Assist in configuring and testing wireless communications equipment.


• Maintain technical documentation and equipment records.


• Coordinate with stakeholders to support communications requirements and mission objectives.

Requirements

• Associate degree or equivalent experience.


• Active Secret security clearance required.


• Minimum of five (5) years of experience installing, operating, and maintaining various radio equipment ranging from HF to EHF.


• Demonstrated experience with signal planning and RF analysis to determine proper location and radio transmission power requirements.


• Demonstrated experience troubleshooting RF issues.

Compensation

• Competitive Hourly Pay

Benefits

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.