ATCALS Electronics Technician II

• Maintain instrument landing system, UHF and VHF radio receivers, transmitters and antenna systems, voice switching network, digital audio recorder, and various air traffic control information systems
• Document all maintenance actions and requirements in written and digital logs
• Troubleshoot to component level utilizing electronic schematics, flow charts, technical manuals and test equipment
• Order and return parts through the Air National Guard supply system
• Maintain electronic technical order library with periodic updates
• Drive in a controlled airfield environment observing radio instructions
• Perform standby duties outside of normal business hours
• Maintain test equipment calibration and repair routine
• Work with outside agencies to support specialty maintenance teams and equipment upgrades
• Conduct periodic quality and safety inspections
• Perform basic interior and exterior facility maintenance

Education

• High School diploma

Experience

• Must have a minimum of three years' documented experience in ATC Radio, Meteorological, or Navigational Aids equipment.
• Must have a thorough background in basic electronics and formal training in communication electronics
• Must possess, or be able to obtain, an FCC Radiotelephone Operators License within 6 months

Technical Skills

• Must be proficient with various test equipment to include: RF peak power meters, DVMs, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, frequency meters, and attenuators
• Must be familiar with the Military Technical Order System
• Be capable of component level repairs requiring through-hole and surface mount soldering
• Be able to quickly learn to maintain unfamiliar systems with limited training.
• Additional training/experience with other airfield or air traffic control systems, radios and equipment is a plus:
  • GRN 29 ILS System
  • Non-Directional Radio Beacon (NDB)
  • Tower radio transmitters, receivers, and antennas
  • Automated Terminal Information System (ATIS)
  • AN/FSQ-204 STARS Tower Display Workstation
  • AN/GMQ-32 Runway Visual Range (RVR)
  • AN/GMQ-34 Cloud Height
  • AN/FMQ-13 Digital Wind System
  • AN/FMQ-8 Digital Temperature Dew Point Set
  • AN/CT25K Laser Ceilometers
  • AN/GMQ-13/IP-1456 Cloud Height Indicator
  • Closed Circuit Television (CCTV) Security System
  • Enhanced Terminal Voice Switch (ETVS)
  • Digital Voice Recording System (DVRS)
  • Light guns

Skills/Other Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen
• Show a history of working with little or no supervision
• Have strong computer skills including familiarity with older Windows versions (3.1 and higher), DOS, MS Office; network administration experience a plus.
• Show familiarity with telecommunication principles and troubleshooting techniques.
• Must be medically approved to lift 50 pounds and be able to efficiently climb stairs and ladders
• Must have or be able to obtain climbing certification; tower experience a plus
• Must have or be able to obtain Department of Defense (DoD) SECRET security clearance
• Possess a valid DL, and have an acceptable driving record.
• Must be able to successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check

Salary approximately $111,000 per year

Benefits: Robust benefits package included