What are the responsibilities and job description for the Radar Technician position at General Atomics Aeronautical Systems?
Job Summary
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Radar Technician to join our MPEx team located in Poway, CA.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Qualifications
Salary range: 60,670 - 90,198
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.
We have an exciting opportunity for a Radar Technician to join our MPEx team located in Poway, CA.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Conduct depot level repair, integration and testing, modification and operation of complex synthetic aperture radar (SAR) / ground moving target indicator (GMTI) and other airborne sensors.
- Operate specialized test equipment in the performance of troubleshooting and maintaining sensors, both in the laboratory and in the field.
- Performs and/or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operation, repair and maintenance of complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment.
- May assist in the design of basic lab, experimental, and commercial equipment.
- Applies specialized knowledge and skills pertinent to the organization, project or program assigned.
- Will utilize SAP processes to track defective components.
Job Qualifications
- Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with five or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
- Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
- Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
- Must have analytical ability to read and understand detailed instructions, drawings and specifications. Communication skills necessary to write and record precise information.
- Special skills and expertise to use complex equipment or experimental techniques.
- Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.
Salary range: 60,670 - 90,198