Submarine Imaging / RF Technician

General Dynamics Information Technology•Newport, RI

22h•Onsite

About The Position

GDIT is looking for highly motivated technicians able to perform Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Repair of Submarine Periscopes and Photonics based imaging systems. Scope of work will entail working in the areas of Electronics, Optics, Electro-Mechanical interfaces, Infrared Imaging, Night Vision devices, Digital Still Cameras, HD/HDSDI Video Cameras, Micro-controllers, Precision Controllers, Gyro Stabilized systems, Radio Frequency equipment, Electronic Surveillance Systems, GPS, Communication systems, and Server-based System/Networks. Must be comfortable working independently, setting personal schedules, and maintaining personal responsibility to completing individual tasks to meet team goals with minimal supervision. Background in Radio Frequency (RF) System Operation, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Certification, Design and Development is highly desirable. Equipment includes Electronic Surveillance Systems, Communication Systems, GPS systems, Direction Finding Systems, Early Warning Systems, Radar systems, Software Defined Radios, Cabling and Waveguides, Rotary Joints, etc. Desire knowledge in Commercial off the shelf digital cameras, video cameras, Infrared cameras, night vision equipment, video distribution systems. Application into military systems, researching replacements, troubleshooting existing systems, recommending improvements. Possess ability to read, interpret, troubleshoot, and apply information derived from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings. Requires mechanical aptitude to disassemble and reassemble complex and compact equipment. Possess ability to operate basic measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, etc. Ability to learn new skills via hands-on training and via mentorship from senior staff is required. On the Job training is the primary learning method for system specific diagnosis and repairs. Position can require some work on SUBSAFE components so any previous experience working within the Navy’s SUBSAFE program is a plus. Knowledge of or ability to learn of basic cable building, repairs, and troubleshooting skills to MIL-Spec requirements. Desire knowledge in operations of electronic test equipment such as multimeters, meggers, RF analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc. Former Military Electronics background highly desirable for this position. Basic computer skills required. Microsoft Windows, office products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Team, etc. Background with computer servers, server maintenance/repair, Linux based operating systems, networking, and/or basic programming skills a plus. Ability to operate basic hand tools in the disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of various components and systems required. Must be able to work within diversely experienced teams of people moving towards common goals. Once experience is attained must also be competent/confident to take on high profile troubleshooting in solo environments. Minimum Secret Clearance or ability to attain and Secret Clearance required. Associate's degree or equivalent experience US Citizenship Required At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do. ● Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities ● Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals ● Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off ● Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace Explore a career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work. The likely hourly rate for this position is between $38.82 - $52.52. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Requirements

8+ years of applicable experience
US Citizenship Required
Minimum Secret Clearance or ability to attain and Secret Clearance required.
Associate's degree or equivalent experience
Ability to learn new skills via hands-on training and via mentorship from senior staff is required.
Ability to operate basic measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, etc.
Ability to operate basic hand tools in the disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of various components and systems required.
Ability to read, interpret, troubleshoot, and apply information derived from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Must be able to work within diversely experienced teams of people moving towards common goals.
Must be comfortable working independently, setting personal schedules, and maintaining personal responsibility to completing individual tasks to meet team goals with minimal supervision.
Basic computer skills required. Microsoft Windows, office products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Team, etc.
Requires mechanical aptitude to disassemble and reassemble complex and compact equipment.

Nice To Haves

Background in Radio Frequency (RF) System Operation, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Certification, Design and Development is highly desirable.
Desire knowledge in Commercial off the shelf digital cameras, video cameras, Infrared cameras, night vision equipment, video distribution systems.
Position can require some work on SUBSAFE components so any previous experience working within the Navy’s SUBSAFE program is a plus.
Knowledge of or ability to learn of basic cable building, repairs, and troubleshooting skills to MIL-Spec requirements.
Desire knowledge in operations of electronic test equipment such as multimeters, meggers, RF analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
Former Military Electronics background highly desirable for this position.
Background with computer servers, server maintenance/repair, Linux based operating systems, networking, and/or basic programming skills a plus.

Responsibilities

Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Repair of Submarine Periscopes and Photonics based imaging systems.
Working in the areas of Electronics, Optics, Electro-Mechanical interfaces, Infrared Imaging, Night Vision devices, Digital Still Cameras, HD/HDSDI Video Cameras, Micro-controllers, Precision Controllers, Gyro Stabilized systems, Radio Frequency equipment, Electronic Surveillance Systems, GPS, Communication systems, and Server-based System/Networks.
Working independently, setting personal schedules, and maintaining personal responsibility to completing individual tasks to meet team goals with minimal supervision.
Reading, interpreting, troubleshooting, and applying information derived from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
Disassembling and reassembling complex and compact equipment.
Operating basic measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, etc.
Learning new skills via hands-on training and via mentorship from senior staff.
Basic cable building, repairs, and troubleshooting skills to MIL-Spec requirements.
Operating basic hand tools in the disassembly, repair, and re-assembly of various components and systems.
Working within diversely experienced teams of people moving towards common goals.
Taking on high profile troubleshooting in solo environments.