Engineering Technician III (Travel) (PR)
Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, a federally funded contractor and Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), supports our shareholder communities in Alaska. FRA delivers streamlined operations in support of government customers and provides employment opportunities that contribute to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. As a FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, and you will have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay.
Responsibilities
- NAVAID antenna and component repair and overhaul.
- Rotary joint and drive motor troubleshooting and repair.
- Circuit board testing and repair
- Production and repair of electronic cables and wire harnesses.
- Performing equipment performance analyses, and information collection and reporting.
- Performing equipment adjustment, testing, and certification.
- 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.
- Support crew lead responsible for workload planning, scheduling, and leading jobs.
- Meets and coordinates with internal and external customers regarding projects.
- Assists junior technicians with technical tasks and may be required to provide on the job training.
- Support project package reviews and briefs management on any discrepancies.
- Support briefs to front line manager and executive managers on program status.
- Estimated Monthly Travel required for this position : 70%.
Qualifications
An associate degree in electrical or engineering technology and completion of formal technical training courses is required for level III.Due to safety and operational requirements mandated by our government customer, all engineering technicians are required to successful complete a physical fitness evaluation, which includes specific weight restrictions of minimum 125lbs and maximum of 290lbs.Practical experience in an engineering technician support position is required. This experience must include assisting in developing, reviewing, and updating engineering documentation and processes, and in troubleshooting, repairing, assembling, testing, and installing electrical, and mechanical systems and equipment.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.Primary Form of Government-Issued IdentificationValid 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.Secondary Form of Identification
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 2025-19707
Work Type On-Site
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Management and Manufacturing
Industries Software Development
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