Electronics Technician Maintenance I

Systems Application & Technologies Inc • Belle Fourche, SD

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is seeking an Electronic Technician I (ET-I) to perform operations and maintenance on Threat Emitter/Radar systems at remote locations in South Dakota, Montana, and Wyoming, supporting the Electronic Warfare Site - Aircrew Training Mission. This role involves applying basic electronics and electro-mechanical knowledge to perform preventive maintenance, equipment servicing, and operational checks on Threat Emitter systems. The technician will also be responsible for mechanical tasks related to system setup and teardown, reading schematics, troubleshooting, and repairing electronic assemblies down to the component level. Operation of common test equipment and computer systems controlling Threat Emitter systems is also required. The position is full-time and non-exempt, with work locations in Belle Fourche, SD and Colony, WY.

Requirements

• Associates in Applied Science (AAS) Electronics Technology degree, certificate of completion from an accredited Technical school, equivalent military technical training, or Military Training Range experience.
• Relevant experience with radar systems of any type, satellite tracking and antenna positioning systems, and work with high power Radio Frequency transmitters using TWTs, Cavity Oscillators or Magnetrons.
• Basic Mechanical skills using hand tools, power tools and soldering equipment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Must be able to read and understand written procedures, technical orders and operation manuals.
• Proficient with basic use of Web-based applications & services, email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Present professional appearance and conduct.
• Understand and adhere to policies and procedures.
• Must be able to provide own transportation to and from work.
• Current Driver’s License is required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and must be granted a U.S. DoD Interim Security Clearance prior to start date and must be able to achieve a Final Secret Security Clearance and maintain this Secret Security Clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with MST-T1A / MUTES, MST-T1(V) / Mini-Mutes, Joint Threat Emitter (JTE) systems highly desired, but not required.
• Information Technology skills in Networking and Microwave Communications systems a plus, but not required.
• Class B CDL License highly desired, but not required.
• South Dakota, Wyoming and/or Montana Pesticide Applicators License preferred.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic electronics, electro-mechanical and technical knowledge to perform Preventive Maintenance Inspections, equipment servicing, operational and performance checks on Threat Emitter systems.
• Perform mechanical skills necessary for set-up and/or tear-down of Threat Emitter systems and support equipment.
• Read and interpret schematic diagrams and follow detailed technical instructions while performing maintenance activities, performance tests, alignments and troubleshooting.
• Perform and assist with tasks involving removal & replacement of system sub-assemblies, circuit cards, wiring, drive motors, mechanical assemblies, antennas, waveguides and structural components.
• Repair basic electronic assemblies down to component level and document all maintenance actions.
• Operate, set-up and perform electrical measurements using common test equipment such as digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, power meters and semiconductor testers.
• Operate computers and software applications that control Threat Emitter systems.
• Store tools, equipment and materials in an organized manner with a neat appearance.
• Perform additional duties and tasks as instructed by site management (IAW CBA).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree