Amentum is seeking an Electronic Technician A for a position on Kauai, HI. Supporting the Aerial Targets Department. Independently or under minimum supervision can perform effectively in all phases of target operations. Able to function in a wide range of assignments related in target drone environment by following established procedures. Perform target systems electrical and engine run tests, troubleshoots, repair and calibrate all systems and associated equipment and performs other related tasks as directed.
Responsibilities
Specific assignments and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:
- Must be able to perform duties as Target Controller.
- Must be able to manage/assist in NAVAIRs IMRL Program.
- Must be able to be certified to handle, install and check-out aerial target related ordnance such as Cartridges Actuated Devices (CAD) and Rocket Boosters.
- Must be able to work under harsh weather conditions and at remote sites.
- Perform periodic inspections and maintenance tasks in accordance with published procedures and or OEM guidelines. Documents results all maintenance actions electronically through Navys record keeping system.
- Troubleshoots and repairs aerial target systems by reading and interpreting electronic / mechanical schematics and using simple and complex test equipment.
- Prepares and submits periodic reports as required.
- Provides operation and maintenance training to other technicians.
- Performs initial inspections and acceptance tests on new target systems.
- Build-up targets to meet proper operational configuration and perform pre-launch checks, including engine run-up and Direct and Remote-Control tests.
- Retrieves targets and perform post-flight inspections. Documents inspections results and reports findings.
- Decontaminates, salvage and rebuild targets as appropriate
- Assists in preparing and developing new procedures, procedural changes and modification proposals.
- Performs Direct or Remote-Control Operator tasks during pre-flight and pre-launch test and in-flight operations.
- Perform other duties as required.
Additional Responsibilities
- Shop, Target Launch Facilities, outside work environment at various locations throughout PMRF and deployment at sea.
- In-flight missions can be as long as 16 hours.
- Extended operational hours and occasional weekend/holiday activity during sustained periods of surge mission support.
- Lifting, Pushing/Pulling 25-50 lbs
- Work positions requirements: walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, cramped, sitting and work requiring repeated stooping
- Customer contact, extended workday, office laboratory, field assignment, and inclement weather.
Minimum Qualifications
- High School or equivalent.
- 2 Year Technical School or equivalent training such as Navy “A” school or recognized correspondence is required. One or more years of demonstrated experience in maintaining and operating electronic equipment may be substituted for technical school.
- Ten years of progressive experience in a related field is required with a minimum of two years of experience being in the specific field of aircraft electronics.
- Possess the following PC skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
Security Clearance
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.
NON-EXEMPT, CBA and SCA Positions
Compensation & Benefits
HIRING HOURLY RANGE: $46.42 (Hourly rate to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
This position includes a competitive benefits package. For more detailed information on our Benefits and what it is like to work for Amentum: Please visit our career site: www.amentumcareers.com.
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