Electronics Technician, Maintenance I

Systems Application & Technologies • Belle Fourche, SD

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 35-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction. SA-TECH supports munitions delivery training for Air Force, Army, Navy and Marine Corps air and ground crews through USAF Air Combat Command’s Primary Training Ranges (PTRs). We deliver OM&S services to PTR bombing and gunnery (B&G) ranges and electronic warfare (EW) ranges, supporting remote threat emitters, mission data processing, range communications, weapons impact and electronic combat scoring. We are currently hiring an Electronic Technician I (ET-I) at Belle Fourche EWS in Colony, WY 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. Belle Fourche EWS is located about 22 miles northwest of Belle Fourche, SD and the main site is physically located in Wyoming

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 ( required ).
• Proficient with basic use of Web-based applications & services, email and Microsoft Office applications.
• Present professional appearance and conduct ( required ).
• Understand and adhere to policies and procedures ( required ).
• 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.
• Mechanical skills necessary for set-up and/or tear-down of Threat Emitter systems and support equipment.
• Tasks involve the ability to read and interpret schematic diagrams and following 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.
• Must be able to 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