Engineering / Installation Technician

Role Overview

The Engineering / Installation Technician will perform hands-on installation, cabling, integration, and testing activities associated with the deployment of new cooperative, non-cooperative, and integrated surveillance systems at FAA facilities nationwide. This role is central to the successful physical installation and startup of cooperative and integrated non-cooperative/cooperative radar systems.

What You Will Do

Perform field installation and integration activities for cooperative, non-cooperative, and integrated surveillance systems, including Automatic Dependent Surveillance–Broadcast (ADS-B). Support logistics and mobilization activities, including receipt, staging, distribution, and handling of equipment and materials.

Why It Might Be a Fit

This position requires strong technical aptitude, field experience with complex electronic systems, strict adherence to safety standards, and the ability to work effectively in active operational environments under a compressed deployment schedule.

Requirements

• High school diploma or technical training equivalent
• 2-4 years of demonstrated experience performing field installation of electronic, communications, radar, or similar complex technical systems
• Hands-on experience with equipment installation, rack mounting, structured cabling, power cabling, and grounding systems
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, wiring diagrams, installation manuals, and method of procedures (MOPs)
• US Citizenship to successfully complete a government investigation

Benefits

• Health care
• Dental
• Vision
• Life insurance
• 401(k)
• Education assistance
• Paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law

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