Arcata Associates, Inc. ยท 4 weeks ago
Electronics Technician III (Radar Technician III)
Eielson Air Force Base, AK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$42/hr - $42/hr
4+ years expArcata Associates, Inc. is a technical services company supporting national defense and scientific advancement. The Electronics Technician III role focuses on the maintenance, repair, and operation of threat RF emitter systems, ensuring operational readiness and supporting training missions under the ARCTICS contract.
Defense & Space
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Work with lower-level Technicians to troubleshoot and diagnose system failures
Help train lower-level Technicians to understand and apply electronic principles and RF concepts
Perform routine maintenance, including periodic, scheduled, unscheduled, and preventative checks, following TOs and OEM documentation
Work with both high power and low power RF circuits including Klystrons, Travelling Wave Tubes, Magnetrons and Receivers
Daily work involving reading, interpreting and writing of schematics, diagrams, specifications, manuals and other technical documents
Proficient in troubleshooting electronic failures to the component level, desolder/solder, and replace faulty components
Use electronic test instruments such as digital multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, vector network analyzers and spectrum analyzers to verify system functionality
Operate assigned radar systems and prepare and equipment for scheduled training events, ensuring threat-faithful performance during JPARC operations
Track, manage, and replenish spares inventory to ensure system readiness
Prepare and submit reports, including Proposed Spare Parts Lists and Inventory/Utilization Data
Work close with lower-level technicians and support Engineering efforts
Work with RF and Ethernet based network communication systems and data links
Proficient with the handling and disposal of hazardous waste
Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Power Point
Able to travel by truck, snow mobile and/or helicopter to remote locations for scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
Qualification
Required
Associates of Electronics Technology, Electrical Engineering or equivalent technical training in electronics/RF theory and application
Four plus years of experience in electronic system maintenance or repair
Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics
Proficiency in using electronic test equipment such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators and spectrum analyzers
Ability to follow Air Force TOs and OEM documentation
Strong communication and teamwork skills
The ability to teach and work with lower-level Technicians, with candor and respect
Eligible for DoD security clearance
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Willingness to work outdoors and travel to support range operations
Able to work outside in extreme cold weather conditions with deep snow and on uneven or rocky terrain
Preferred
Familiarity with open loop and closed loop transmitters/Radar or similar systems preferred
Company
Arcata Associates, Inc.
Mission Critical Solutions Arcata Associates Inc.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Tim W.
President and CEO
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