Electronics Technician
Core
Maintain, operate, and repair ground-based WSR-88D radar systems to ensure reliable weather monitoring and forecasting for the U.S. government.
Role type
Senior IC electronics technician (radar systems)
Builds
Sustainment and reliability of the NEXRAD radar network
Domain
Defense/Weather + Radar Systems
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Radar systems maintenance, electromechanical schematic interpretation, complex electronic system repair, climbing at heights, 24/7 technical support, depot-level repairs
Preferred skills
Ground-based radar experience, engineering support background, prototype design testing, data processor/software knowledge, technical documentation writing
Technologies
WSR-88D, Radar Operations Center Test Bed, Microsoft Office, Google Workspace
Responsibilities
Perform routine and specialized depot-level maintenance on WSR-88D systems; Execute complex field repairs and acceptance testing; Provide 24/7 expert technical support via the Maintenance Hotline; Travel to field sites for repairs and testing; Perform maintenance and inspections at heights exceeding 100 feet.
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on IC