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Job Posting for Electronics Technician

Crown, a recognized and growing service provider of unsurpassed research, engineering, implementation, and information solutions for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA), is hiring full-time Electronics Technicians to join our team of floating electronics installers. This position is 25% travel throughout the state of Alaska and with a workspace out of Anchorage. Monday - Thursday 6am-4:30pm.

This position requires a level of confidence to work in geographic isolation, so the candidate must have the technical knowledge and aptitude to create solutions in unique situations. The Electronics Technician will receive technical advice from a Technical Manager and/or Engineer, however will still be expected to work largely in a stand-alone capacity due to the nature of the work, and will need to be a de-facto on-site Electronic/Communications Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Although each installation is unique, typical duties include:

• Conducting a pre-installation meeting
• Removal and disposal of existing communications equipment
• Coordinating frequency outages
• Installation of new radio racks and radios, along with other GFE
• Installation of new/upgraded conduit and cable trays
• Removal and replacement of antennas
• Installation of junction boxes
• Electronics testing procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

Required Skills:

• Electronics Degree or at least 5 (five) years of related experience installing/fabricating Military, Federal or Commercial Radio electronic equipment or fiber optic cable including some experience installing/fabricating FAA National Airspace (NAS) communications systems and cabling and equipment.
• Working knowledge of the software and alignment of VHF and UHF AM radios, as well as setup capability for the RCE (radio control equipment).
• Thorough understanding in the use of manual and power tools, test equipment such as multi-meter, ohmmeter, power meter, oscilloscope, etc.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel.
• An understanding and ability to connect Telco requirements (including Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, Fiber Optics, etc.).
• Able to take initial electronic baseline readings and generate the necessary paperwork FRDF (Facility Reference Data File), IAW Initial Tolerances described in the Technical Handbooks provided by the FAA for the various systems.
• Ability and/or experience to interface with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), both Air Traffic and Technical Operations, during a radio installation and follow the provided engineering package and participate in any changes that may have to be implemented in the field.
• Able to provide leadership during a site installation, which may include multiple installation and/or construction crews, and able to effectively communicate to installation crew and management with the ability to manage the many stakeholders expectations.
• An understanding of the practical implications of electrical and electronic circuitry, and have the experience and the ability to read, understand and implement engineering diagrams and electrical wiring diagrams.
• Ability to trouble-shoot electrical and electronic equipment necessary within the scope of a radio replacement project and/or technical refresh.
• Able to stand, sit or crouch in one position for long periods of time.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 75 lbs.
• Able to move objects with the use of hand truck or pallet jack weighing up to 350 lbs.
• Able to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
• Able to occasionally perform assigned work under severe time restraints.
• Able to work with minimal to non-standard supervision.
• Willing to travel 100%.
• Able to climb and work at heights in excess of 60, and able climb towers to install Junction Boxes, Cabling, Antennas, Lightning Protection devices and grounding systems.
• Team player with ability to work in a multi-disciplinary environment.
• Able to pass a Government background check.
• Able to work non-standard hours depending on site requirements.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen and possess a valid drivers license and clean driving record.

Desired Skills:

• Spectrum Analyzer.
• Time-domain reflectometer.
• UHF/VHF Radio alignment.
• Microwave.
• Voice Switch.
• Air Traffic.
• CDL / Experience pulling trailers.
• Heavy equipment.

Crown is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, age, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. U.S. Citizenship is required for most positions.