Electronic Technician B – Timing Systems - 3641

Ready to launch your career?  Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space!  RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets!  We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.  

As an RGNext Operation and Maintenance employee, you will join a team of highly motivated and innovative professionals who take pride in their work and in the mission of developing, sustaining, and delivering world class space launch solutions!  If you are seeking to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s busiest launch port, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

This position is assigned to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.

This position is not eligible for telecommuting.

Essential Functions

• Perform technical duties in operating, troubleshooting, testing, repairing, calibrating, installing and inspecting Timing, communication and test equipment
• Test and evaluate installations and repairs to ensure accuracy, compatibility and insure all order/service requirements are fulfilled
• Perform corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, operations, alignment and installation of (data, voice, video, and network) distribution systems and the associated end instruments 
• Responsible for Property Inventory, Control of Supply Parts and Tools, and Quality Assurance
• Maintain Station and Operation Logs, documentation, and records 
• Work with Electro Static Sensitive (ESD) devices and confirm to ESD safety practices
• Provide accurate REMEDY and IMDS (Trouble Ticket tracking databases) preventative and corrective action reports
• Complete assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Good analytical and problem solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams and circuit cards
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public

Required Experience

• AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two or more years as an Instrumentation Operator Repairer (IOR) or equivalent electronic technician experience related to the systems, subsystems and operations required to maintain Communications or Timing systems, understanding of Timing preferred.  
• Good understanding of test, diagnostic, and measurement equipment to include:  RF test equipment, Fireberds, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, RF Power Meters, and Network Analyzers
• Good understanding of data transport systems/network (2.4 kbps – DS-3 broadband multiplexers) including ATM and IP network architecture
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint  
• Experience with troubleshooting of electronic equipment/systems
• Experience working on the following test equipment: OTDR, LAN meter, Oscilloscope, Fireberd or T-Berd data analyzers
• Experience on one or more of the following systems: Timing FDME count distribution equipment, TWSTT, IRIG distribution and GPS receivers, TMS-3000, FCC-100s, Orion DRCS, IDNX, Timeplex, Alcatel Microwave and various KG devices and COMSEC procedures
• Experience with various long-haul circuit technologies to include T-1, DS-3, OC-12, and OC-48, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Security CE certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within six months of start date
• Periodically move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
• Periodically ascend/descend, and traverse work areas at heights of approximately 20 feet or more
• Ability to travel locally or outside the continental U.S. on occasion
• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one
• Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth.  Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance in a productive, evolving environment.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under appliable federal, state or local laws.