Electronics Technician (Lsg)

United States Fleet Forces Command•Finegayan, GU

About The Position

You will serve as an Electronics Technician (LSG) in the Naval Computer and Telecommunications Area Westpac. The role applies comprehensive technical knowledge of electronic communications equipment and systems to solve complex problems, often by evaluating and interpreting technical manuals. It covers preventative and corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, operation, testing, and calibration of electronic communications equipment and systems, including SHF and EHF equipment, antennas, antenna structures, and ancillary equipment. The technician modifies and uses complex equipment or software, conducts tests, and records results. The position is a DoD Cyber Excepted Service position and a mission-essential role. The employee must obtain and maintain a TOP SECRET clearance and meet applicable DoD and Department of the Navy cyber workforce qualifications. Travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, may be required.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship.
Experience demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary to perform the position successfully.
Knowledge of military satellite communications principles, terminology, and maintenance procedures, including SHF and EHF communications equipment, antennas and antenna structures, up/down converters, high-powered amplifiers, and cryptographic equipment such as KIV-7.
Ability to troubleshoot complex system failures independently using technical manuals, blueprints, and diagrams.
Experience performing scheduled preventative and unscheduled corrective maintenance on SATCOM equipment.
Ability to use and interpret results from test equipment such as oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers to evaluate system performance and reliability.
Ability to install, set up, tune, align, and configure communications equipment to operational requirements.
Problem-solving ability and mechanical aptitude, including skill working with plans, blueprints, and diagrams and ability to learn new electronic systems.
Must obtain and maintain a current valid U.S. driver's license.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance, including the required TOP SECRET clearance.
Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and pre-employment drug test; subject to random testing.
Must obtain and maintain required cyber workforce qualifications and credentials, including credentials within 12 months of appointment and annual cyber-related continuous learning.
Must complete training and obtain and maintain a government credit card for travel-related purchases.
Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods; position may require CONUS and OCONUS travel, including to remote or isolated sites.
Must carry 50 pounds unassisted; personal protective equipment may be required.
Must meet federal employment conditions, including suitability, direct deposit, and applicable E-Verify and Selective Service requirements.
Alternatively, qualifying education may include two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.

Responsibilities

Apply technical knowledge of electronic communications equipment and systems to solve complex technical problems using technical manuals.
Perform preventative and corrective maintenance on electronic test equipment, SHF and EHF equipment, systems, antennas, antenna structures, and ancillary equipment.
Alter and use complex technical equipment or software; modify and conduct tests on equipment and record results.
Perform maintenance, troubleshooting, installation, operation, and testing of electronic communications equipment and systems.
Participate in equipment installation, setup, field testing, and calibration.
Set up standard test apparatus or devise test equipment and circuitry to conduct functional, operational, and life tests and evaluate equipment performance and reliability.
Maintain required DoD and Department of the Navy cyber workforce qualifications and credentials.