What are the responsibilities and job description for the Air Surveillance Radar Technician position at ARES Corporation?
This job posting is for an entry-level position in the ROC Surveillance Radar section. It is open to all Bargaining Unit employees deemed qualified, as determined by the Company, to perform the duties of "ASR-8 Radar Junior Technician." Please note that this position features a fixed salary governed by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA Union Position).
Position Requirements:
- Combined education and work experience for a total of 5 years (E.g., completion of a two-year technical degree alongside military service or relevant work experience).
- Hands-on experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of legacy FAA-certified RADAR systems.
- Possession of an FAA ASR-8 certification is highly desirable and a significant advantage.
- Comprehensive understanding of RADAR hardware and Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems.
- Proficiency in utilizing a range of test equipment for RADAR system troubleshooting, including oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and multimeters.
- Proven ability in electronic circuit board troubleshooting, precision soldering, and component-level repair.
- Ability to interpret and apply electrical diagrams, including functional block diagrams and schematics.
- Adept at performing physical preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure continuous system operational readiness.
- Candidate must hold a NASA tower climbing certificate (or be able to obtain one) and be physically capable of performing antenna maintenance, including climbing stairs on an 80-foot RADAR tower.
- Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
- Flexible availability to provide system maintenance support, including on-call or irregular hours as required.
- Familiarity with PC operations and the mathematical skills necessary to perform basic algebra.
- Candidate must hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance.
- Cable crimp and harness training is a plus.
ARES Benefits:
ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in:
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- HSA/FSA Accounts
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness & Accident Insurance
- ESOP
- 401(k) Plan
- Paid Time Off & Holidays
ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).
ARES is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity