Electronic Technician (IOR) – Timing - 2811

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 Operation and Maintenance employee, you will join a team of highly motivated and innovative professionals who take pride in their work and in the mission of developing, sustaining, and delivering world class space launch solutions!   If you are seeking to work in a fast paced, dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s busiest launch port, this is the opportunity you’ve been looking for!

This position is assigned to Cape Canaveral Space Force Station, Florida.

This position is not eligible for telecommuting.

Essential Functions

• Perform technical duties in operating, troubleshooting, testing, repairing, calibrating, installing and inspecting Timing, communication and test equipment
• Test and evaluate installations and repairs to ensure accuracy, compatibility and ensure all order/service requirements are fulfilled
• Perform corrective maintenance, preventive maintenance, operations, alignment and installation of (data, voice, video, and network) distribution systems and the associated end instruments 
• Responsible for Property Inventory, Control of Supply Parts and Tools, and Quality Assurance
• Maintain Station and Operation Logs, documentation, and records 
• Work with Electrostatic Sensitive (ESD) devices and confirm to ESD safety practices
• Provide accurate REMEDY and IMDS (Trouble Ticket tracking databases) preventative and corrective action reports
• Complete required training
• Perform other duties as assigned

Required Skills

• Good analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Basic ability to understand and interpret schematic diagrams and circuit cards
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public

Required Experience

• AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 0 – 2 years of experience in electronic technology
• Basic understanding of test, diagnostic, and measurement equipment to include:  RF test equipment, Fireberds, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum Analyzers, Signal Generators, RF Power Meters, and Network Analyzers
• Basic understanding of data transport systems/network (2.4 kbps – DS-3 broadband multiplexers) including ATM and IP network architecture
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint   
• Experience with troubleshooting of electronic equipment/systems, preferred
• Experience on one or more of the following systems: Timing FDME count distribution equipment, TWSTT, IRIG distribution and GPS receivers, TMS-3000, FCC-100s, Orion DRCS, IDNX, Timeplex, Alcatel Microwave and various KG devices and COMSEC procedures, preferred
• Experience preferred with various long-haul circuit technologies to include T-1, DS-3, OC-12, and OC-48, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Periodically move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 40 pounds
• Periodically ascend/descend, and traverse work areas at heights of approximately 20 feet or more
• Ability to travel locally or outside the continental U.S. on occasion
• Security CE certification or ability to obtain and maintain certification within six months of start date
• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be fully vaccinated from the COVID-19 virus, which means two weeks have passed since a single-shot vaccine or the second dose of a two-shot vaccine.   Requests for medical or religious accommodations will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one
• Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth.  Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment. 

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job.  It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.