Electronics Technician III (Travel)

The Contractor shall perform troubleshooting, tear-down, repair, refurbishment, overhaul, assembly, testing, and installation services for designated equipment at the request of FAALC Product Divisions or Groups. Labor categories required to provide these services may include Electronics Technicians and Engineering Technicians as necessary to meet specific task requirements.

• Electronic Technician Services :

The Contractor shall provide electronics technician services to the various FAALC Group / Product Divisions to help assure that electronic systems, subsystems, and components meet serviceability, reliability, and availability requirements. These services may include tasks such as electronic system / subsystem / component troubleshooting, repair, assembly, refurbishment, installation, calibration, and testing. This could include test fixture and prototype design, analysis of equipment performance, data collection and equipment installation. The Contractor shall complete all tasks in accordance with applicable FAA and FAALC standards, orders, technical instructions, and quality procedures.

• System / Subsystem / Component / Troubleshooting, Repair, and Test :

The Contractor shall troubleshoot, repair, and test electronic components and equipment so as to return unserviceable equipment to serviceable status. Items to be repaired may include electronic assemblies and components, electronic cables and wiring harnesses, circuit cards, prototype, test fixtures and test beds. The repair process may include functions such as item disassembly / assembly, circuit analysis, item repair, and parts replacement with possible performance analysis. After repair, the Contractor shall complete applicable calibration, testing, and certification processes. All process functions shall be performed and documented as specified in the technical documentation applicable to the equipment.

• Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Test :

The Contractor shall assemble cables, wiring harnesses, circuit cards, and other electronic assemblies and components based on FAALC-provided technical documentation. The Contractor may be required to install and to perform test and calibration functions for this equipment.

• Equipment Installation :

The Contractor shall install electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems, subsystems, components, test fixtures, modifications and engineering prototypes. The Contractor may be required to perform adjustment, test, and certification functions for this equipment.

Responsibilities

• NAVAID antenna and component repair.
• Rotary joint and drive motor troubleshooting.
• Circuit board testing and repair.
• Production and repair of electronic cables and wire Performing equipment performance analyses, and information collection and reporting.
• Performing equipment adjustment, testing, and Installation of equipment and components, and modifications.
• Installation and maintenance of NAS Radomes.
• Structural inspection of towers and tower components at heights in excess of 50 feet, but not to exceed 750 feet.
• Maintenance on the inside and outside of tower structures at heights in excess of 50 feet, but not to exceed 750 feet. Labor includes, but not limited to, installation, removal and maintenance of communication antennae, surveillance systems, safety wire, tower guy wire pull-off shackles and tower obstruction lighting systems.
• Moderate lifting and carrying (50 lbs.), straight pushing and pulling, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers and both hands required, walking and standing, repeated bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling (use of both legs and arms), operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle, both eyes required with depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted)
• Attend all Training Classes as required to maintain sufficient knowledge of repair procedures for all systems.To include all Safety related courses.
• Work independently to perform Preventive Maintenance, (PM's) on FAA and interagency systems, in accordance with local and FAA policy and procedures.
• Work independently to perform Corrective Maintenance, (CM's) on FAA and interagency systems in accordance with local and FAA policy and procedures.
• Perform basic troubleshooting of electronic / electro-mechanical systems to include fault isolation, removal, and replacement of failed Line Replaceable Units, (LRU's) required to return the system to full operational capability. Training, procedures, or guidance will be provided.
• Prepare FAA and interagency assets for shipment to and from field site, vendor locations and / or Federal Aviation Administration Logistic Center, (FAALC).
• Enters time into Data Collection and Reporting System (DCRS) daily to ensure timely billing of hours.
• Keeps Crew Leads informed of assigned tasks and status.
• Tower Climbing / Work at heights in excess of 50'.
• Performing corrosion control and prevention.
• Operation of equipment such as boom man lifts and motorized forklifts.
• Working from ropes at heights.
• Installation of electronic and mechanical systems and components on NAS and Inter-Agency systems.
• Due to the limitations of fall protection gear, the minimum weight for an applicant is 125lbs, the maximum weight is 290lbs.
• Position requires traveling, up to 70%, and may entail emergency call outs for corrective maintenance as required.

Qualifications

• An associate degree in electrical or engineering technology, OR completion of equivalent formal technical training courses, is required.
• Due to safety and operational requirements mandated by our government customer, all engineering technicians are required to successfully complete a physical fitness evaluation, which includes specific weight restrictions of minimum 125lbs and maximum of 290lbs.
• Practical experience in an electronic technician support position is required. This experience must include troubleshooting, repairing, assembling, testing, and installing electrical, electronic systems and equipment.
• Assists in developing, reviewing, and updating engineering documentation and processes utilizing necessary soldering, tool and test equipment usage.
• Assisting in producing, reviewing, revising, and interpreting technical documents; assisting in designing, fabricating, assembling, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems, subsystems, components, test fixtures, and prototypes; developing and performing equipment and component adjustment, test, and certification processes; and in installing equipment and modifications.
• NACI Clearance - ability to obtain Public Trust.
• Estimated Monthly Travel required for this position : 70%.
• A valid driver's license is required.
• Must possess TWO forms of unexpired identification to meet eligibility requirements.
• One Primary form of government-issued identification, selected from the following :

Valid REAL ID-compliant driver's license or state-issued ID card.

• U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Transportation ID Card.
• U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card.
• Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551).
• U.S. Military or U.S. Military dependent's ID Card with photograph.
• U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card.
• One secondary form of identification, such as :

Social security card.

• Original or certified copy of a birth certificate.
• certificate of U.S. Citizenship or Naturalization.
• Voter registration card.

Desired Qualifications :

• Rope repelling / on rope work at heights.
• Specialized knowledge of FAA systems, equipment, procedures, and operations is highly desired.
• Installation of electronic and mechanical systems and components.
• Preventative maintenance and replacement of tower, radome and cab glass components.
• Installation of electronic and mechanical systems and components.
• Experience with :

Operation of boom man lifts.

• Operation of motorized forklift.
• Ability to work at heights.
• Completion of trip reports.

Job ID

2025-20244

Work Type

On-Site

Company Description

Work Where it Matters

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, FRA delivers streamline operations in support of an increasingly fast-paced, complex, and dynamic digital environment.

As a FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.