Job Description:
Job Summary
Performs technical work on ground-based communication, telemetry, and electronic systems by installing, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, and testing equipment. Supports mission operations by ensuring reliable performance of RF, communications, and telemetry systems used in testing and data transmission environments.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
- Operates and maintains electronic transmitting and receiving equipment
- Supports communications (COMM), flight test systems (FTS), and telemetry systems
- Maintains RF systems, microwave transmission lines, antennas, and signal equipment
- Troubleshoots and repairs analog and digital electronic systems at component level
- Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and restores systems to operational condition
- Uses schematics, diagrams, and test equipment to solve technical issues
- Works with high-voltage power supplies, signal systems, and data transmission equipment
- Assists engineers and provides guidance to junior technicians when required
- Supports installation, modification, construction, and testing of electronic systems
- Ensures proper handling and operation of technical equipment in mission environments
- Performs additional related duties as assigned
Minimum Requirements
- Associate degree, technical training, or military equivalent in electronics or related field
- Strong knowledge of electronics, RF systems, and telemetry/communication systems
- Experience with troubleshooting electronic and electro-mechanical systems
- Ability to read and interpret schematics and technical diagrams
- Experience with components such as transistors, logic circuits, and RF devices
- Strong soldering and component-level repair skills
- Certification (e.g., Certified Electronics Technician) preferred
- Ability to work in field and lab environments