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Metrea · 1 day ago

SIGINT Systems Technician

Tampa, FL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Metrea is a defense company focused on delivering innovative solutions for national security challenges. The SIGINT Systems Technician is responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and sustainment of airborne Signals Intelligence systems, ensuring mission readiness through hands-on troubleshooting and system validation in high-tempo environments. This role is critical for supporting real-time ISR operations and involves collaboration with technical teams and stakeholders.

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No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Install, configure, and maintain airborne SIGINT mission systems, including RF receivers, transmitters, processors, antennas, and associated cabling

Perform pre-mission system checks, field-level troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure mission readiness

Utilize Linux-based systems for system access, diagnostics, scripting, and log analysis; maintain familiarity with command-line interfaces and basic system administration

Operate and interpret data from test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, and RF power meters to isolate faults and validate system performance

Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP-based mission networks, including static routing, subnetting, VLAN tagging, and secure transport links

Diagnose and resolve faults across RF, power, and IP-based network interfaces using technical schematics, block diagrams, and support documentation

Conduct system software loads, firmware updates, and configuration management in accordance with program baselines and security requirements

Support integration and validation of new hardware or software packages in coordination with engineering and sustainment teams

Maintain proper handling and accountability of Controlled Cryptographic Items (CCI) and mission-critical Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) components

Ensure compliance with safety, airworthiness, and operational security protocols during all maintenance and system support activities

Provide detailed technical feedback and field reports to support root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and lifecycle sustainment planning

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support mission success, while leveraging clear written and verbal communication to articulate technical capabilities, limitations, support requirements, and areas for innovation

Qualification

Airborne SIGINT systemsLinux system administrationRF test equipmentTCP/IP routingTechnical schematics readingConfiguration managementDoD 8140 IAT Level 2Communication skillsProblem-solving skills