What are the responsibilities and job description for the Electronics Technician position at Crown Innovations, Inc.?
Job Description
Crown is hiring Full-Time Electronics Technician in Anchorage, Alaska 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 6 am-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:
Conduct pre-installation meetings.
Coordinate frequency outages with relevant stakeholders.
Remove and dispose of existing communications equipment.
Install new radio racks, radios, and other government-furnished equipment (GFE).
Install new or upgraded conduit and cable trays.
Remove and replace antennas as required.
Install junction boxes to support system functionality.
Perform electronics testing procedures to ensure proper operation.
Carry out other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Electronics Degree or at least 5 years of related experience installing/fabricating Military, Federal, or Commercial Radio electronic equipment or fiber optic cable.
Experience installing/fabricating FAA National Airspace (NAS) communications systems, cabling, and equipment.
Working knowledge of VHF and UHF AM radios, including software, alignment, and setup of Radio Control Equipment (RCE).
Proficient in the use of manual/power tools and test equipment (multimeter, ohmmeter, power meter, oscilloscope, etc.).
Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows, Office, and Excel.
Understanding of Telco requirements (Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, Fiber Optics, etc.).
Ability to take electronic baseline readings and generate Facility Reference Data Files (FRDF) per FAA technical handbooks and tolerances.
Experience interfacing with FAA Air Traffic and Technical Operations during radio installations.
Ability to follow engineering packages and implement field changes as required.
Leadership skills to manage multiple installation and/or construction crews, with effective communication to teams and stakeholders.
Strong understanding of electrical and electronic circuitry, with ability to read and implement engineering diagrams and wiring diagrams.
Troubleshooting skills for electrical and electronic equipment in radio replacement and technical refresh projects.
Physically able to stand, sit, or crouch for extended periods, lift/move up to 75 lbs, and move objects up to 350 lbs with hand truck or pallet jack.
Able to climb and work at heights exceeding 60’, including tower climbs for installing junction boxes, cabling, antennas, lightning protection, and grounding systems.
Ability to read and interpret schematics and blueprints.
Willingness to occasionally work under severe time constraints with minimal supervision.
Willing to travel up to 25%.
Flexible to work non-standard hours based on site requirements.
Must be a U.S. Citizen with a valid driver’s license and a clean driving record.
Able to pass a Government background check.
Team player, able to thrive in a multi-disciplinary environment.
Desired Skills:
Experience using Spectrum Analyzer.
Skills in Time-Domain Reflectometry.
UHF/VHF Radio alignment experience.
Knowledge of Microwave and Voice Switch systems.
Familiarity with Air Traffic systems.
CDL license/experience pulling trailers.
Heavy equipment operation experience.
Additional Information
Visit: www.crownci.com for additional information about Crown Innovations, Inc.
We offer a competitive benefits package including a matching 401K, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, and generous PTO. Crown has been voted one of the best places to work in the Washington, DC area; we built this reputation by hiring great people who value and support the mission of our customers.
Persons unable to complete an online application should contact Crown HR for assistance at (703) 650-0663 ext. 4011.
As a government contractor, most of the Crown positions require U.S. citizenship.
Crown is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor. EOE: Vets/Disability