Technician Junior (Radar) - 3440
RGNext - Half Moon Bay, CA
posted 4 days ago
About the position
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 employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World's Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for! This position is located at Pillar Point Air Force Station near Half Moon Bay, California. This position is not eligible for a telecommuting schedule.
Responsibilities
- Assist in the operation and maintenance of radar systems and associated subsystems and consoles, including pedestal, high power transmitter, signal generators, and heat exchangers.
- Assist in the performance of all maintenance, equipment/system status reporting, configuration control and logistics duties in accordance with the Integrated Organizational and Depot Maintenance Plan (IODMP) and related LISC Operating Instructions (LOI).
- Assist in performing calibration of high power transmitter for correct frequencies, pulse widths, shapes and power levels.
- Assist in executing all critical launch documentation including Operations Directives (OD's), Range Safety Operational Requirements (RSOR), Integrated Countdown Document (ICD) and Data Distribution Listing (DDL).
- Assist in the troubleshooting of electronic hardware to component level, and perform repairs in accordance with technical orders, maintenance manuals and schematics.
- Attain proficiency at operating oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, multi-meters, and specialty RF test equipment in support of maintenance and troubleshooting.
- Perform daily operations and launch support activities according to standardized checklists and work instructions.
- Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety and security.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High School diploma or equivalent.
- Zero to two years technician experience and/or knowledge of basic electricity principles are highly desired.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook).
- Experience operating and maintaining communications equipment.
Nice-to-haves
- Analytical and problem solving skills.
- Good oral and written communication skills.
- Good multitasking skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Ability to exercise diplomacy within a team environment.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances.
- Generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay.
- Retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one.
- Flexible scheduling.
- Access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities.
