DoW SkillBridge Electronics Technician – IFF Systems

Job Description
BAE Systems is seeking active-duty service members approved to participate in the DoW SkillBridge Program for an Electronics Technician training opportunity supporting Identification Friend or Foe systems in Saint Inigoes, MD.

This SkillBridge training program is designed to provide hands-on experience in electronics testing, troubleshooting, assembly, documentation, and sustainment activities supporting Naval Air Warfare Center Aircraft Division-Webster Outlying Field’s Identification Systems Division. Participants will train alongside experienced BAE Systems personnel while gaining practical exposure to IFF systems, technical documentation, quality processes, lab operations, and fleet support activities.

This opportunity is best suited for service members with a technical background in electronics, electrical systems, avionics, radar, communications, shipboard systems, aviation systems, maintenance, or related military technical fields.

What You’ll Learn

During the program, participants will receive structured training and practical experience in areas such as:

- Identification Friend or Foe system fundamentals, including AN/UPX-29(V), AN/APX-123, AN/UPX-41(C), AN/UPX-45(C), and related system configurations
- IFF system controls, indicators, menus, processors, interfaces, signal flow, and functional operation
- IFF antenna systems, antenna controls, antenna position programming, and related troubleshooting activities
- Hands-on lab troubleshooting using sample equipment and practical fault-isolation scenarios
- RF cabling, cable weatherproofing, connector fabrication, assembly, and testing
- Electronics test equipment, including oscilloscopes, multimeters, megohmmeters, torque screwdrivers, synchro testers, and Anritsu SiteMaster equipment
- Electronics assembly and testing processes, including circuit card assemblies, motherboard flashing and testing, power supply drawings, and technology refresh kit testing
- Safety, quality assurance, electrostatic discharge practices, and quality management system fundamentals
- Work instructions, technical manuals, test procedures, inspection reports, trip reports, QA workbooks, and travel/expense documentation
- Reading and interpreting NAVSEA ship installation drawings and related references
- Fleet support business areas including Depot Overhaul, Foreign Military Sales, Fleet Support Engineering, Fleet Modernization, and Ship Construction New

Training Environment

Participants will train in a hands-on technical environment with exposure to both classroom-style instruction and practical lab application. The program is designed to build familiarity with the tools, documentation, processes, and technical expectations associated with an Electronics Technician role supporting Navy mission systems.

Skills You’ll Develop

- Electronics troubleshooting and fault isolation
- IFF system operation and sustainment
- Lab-based equipment testing and evaluation
- Cable, connector, and electronics assembly processes
- Technical documentation and reporting
- Quality assurance and inspection practices
- Reading technical drawings, work instructions, and maintenance documentation
- Supporting fleet modernization, overhaul, installation, assessment, and certification activities
- Working in a team-based technical environment supporting mission-critical systems

Program Note

This is an unpaid DoW SkillBridge training opportunity. Participants remain active-duty service members and continue receiving military pay and benefits through their respective service branch. Completion of the program may support consideration for future employment based on business needs, participant performance, qualifications, and available opportunities.

Program Outcome

Upon completion of the program, participants should have a stronger working knowledge of IFF systems, electronics testing, troubleshooting, assembly processes, technical documentation, quality practices, and fleet support activities. The goal of the training is to prepare participants for potential transition into an SCA Electronics Technician or similar technical role supporting BAE Systems mission requirements.


Required Education, Experience, & Skills
- Must be an active-duty service member eligible and approved to participate in the DoW SkillBridge Program
- Must have command approval to participate in SkillBridge
- Technical background in electronics, electrical systems, avionics, radar, communications, shipboard systems, aviation systems, maintenance, or a related military technical field
- Ability to read and follow technical manuals, drawings, work instructions, or maintenance documentation
- Basic understanding of troubleshooting, testing, repair, or maintenance of electronic systems
- Ability to follow safety, quality, and documentation requirements
- Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn complex technical systems
- Ability to work in a hands-on lab or technical environment
- Effective communication skills and ability to work as part of a team



Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
- Experience with IFF, radar, communications, aviation electronics, shipboard electronics, combat systems, or related military systems
- Experience using general-purpose electronic test equipment or specialized test equipment
- Experience with electrical safety, ESD practices, cable fabrication, connector assembly, or circuit card testing
- Familiarity with Navy technical documentation, NAVSEA drawings, planned maintenance systems, or shipboard installation processes
- Prior experience supporting maintenance, modernization, overhaul, installation, or fleet sustainment activities
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to learn new systems quickly
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools and basic technical reporting




< b > Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.

Temporary employees generally are not eligible for BAE Systems benefits, but can elect to participate in the 401(k) savings plan. Temporary employees working 20 hours per week are eligible for medical benefits, the employee assistance program, and business travel accident insurance. You may be eligible to receive a cash payment in lieu of certain benefits. Any such payments would be governed by the contract(s) on which you work, a Department of Labor Wage Determination, and your work schedule.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.