Electronics Technician I

• Operate highly specialized telemetry real-time data processing and post flight processing systems in accordance with established procedures
• Perform periodic maintenance on highly specialized telemetry real-time data processing and post flight processing systems in accordance with established procedures
• Perform acceptance testing, diagnostics and repair of instrumentation/data acquisition system components, subsystems, and test devices
• Assist with maintenance, usually under the direction of a higher-level technician
• Interface with customers and other operations personnel in a professional manner
• Utilize PC based peripheral systems in daily performance of job requirements
• Maintain procedures, records, logs, mission/system databases, and adhere to the configuration control processes
• Conduct pre and post flight checks and troubleshoot instrumentation/data acquisition systems to meet the flight test mission schedule
• Assist with troubleshooting, usually under the direction of a higher-level technician
• Assist the WGL and other higher-level technicians with the design, development, fabrication, installation and testing of hardware and software system modifications and upgrades
• Perform other duties as assigned, to include supporting other work centers during surges
• Perform housekeeping of the work area and equipment according to specified standards
• Operate personnel lifts, government vehicles and climb antenna towers
• Troubleshoot computer systems, networks, switches, and routers
• Perform display buildup, compile 'C' real-time source code and utilize command lines tools to interact with systems

• Must have a High School diploma or high school equivalent
• Must have completed an Electronics Technician program (Associate Certified Electronics Technician, CETa), or an Information Technology certification (CompTIA A+, Security+ or Network+)
• 6 months minimum experience is required
• 1 year of related work experience is desirable
• Ability to work independently, as well as within a team
• Problem-solving skills to diagnose issues and devise solutions
• Observational skills to notice potential problems during preventative maintenance tasks
• Written communication skills to keep accurate reports
• Interpersonal and oral communication skills to interact and collaborate with the team and the customers
• Ability to safely utilize multimeters, oscilloscopes and soldering stations
• Ability to fabricate and test coaxial and ethernet cables
• Good understanding of Information Technology systems, and applications such as Microsoft Office Suite and Visio
• Familiar with Windows and Linux operating systems
• Ability to read, write and understand English
• Ability to work under the pressure of a real-time mission environment
• Ability to configure and operate highly specialized telemetry processing systems
• Ability to recognize and correctly resolve problems in time critical situations
• Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
• Ability to apply the principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data and establish facts and draw valid conclusions
• Ability to establish and maintain successful working relationships
• Ability to interact effectively with system users
• Ability to analyze data and resolve problems
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Ability to work under deadlines
• Ability to use a computer to input and retrieve information and data
• Ability to perform work in an ISO compliant/certified environment
• Ability to obtain and maintain a tower climbing certification
• Ability to connect and configure desktop PCs and Laptops and other video sources to video distribution systems, including monitor displays and projectors in support of conference room support
• Ability to obtain and maintain a government security clearance
• Ability to obtain and maintain a USAF Flight Line Driver's License
• Prolonged sitting while using the computer
• Constant use of sight abilities
• Constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication
• Constant mental alertness
• Ability to work extended and flexible hours including weekends
• Ability to pass a heavy equipment physical exam required to operate motorized equipment such as forklifts, bucket lifts and platform personnel lifts
• Ability to work on aerial platforms and in an outdoor desert environment
• Ability to lift a minimum of 25 lbs
• Ability to climb stairs and ladders
• Occasional travel is required

1 year of related work experience is desirable

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• PTO
• 401K