Engineering Technician I (Travel)

Akima

The Role

Overview

Traveling engineering technician performing repair, testing, and installation of FAA equipment

Key Responsibilities

  • system installation
  • equipment testing
  • preventive maintenance
  • cable fabrication
  • tower inspection
  • circuit repair

Tasks

-Installation of electronic and mechanical systems and components on NAS and Inter-Agency systems. -Operation of boom man lifts. -Enters time into Data Collection and Reporting System (DCRS) daily to ensure timely billing of hours. -Completion of trip reports. -Performing equipment adjustment, testing, and certification. -Operation of motorized forklift. -Support Corrective Maintenance, (CM’s) on FAA and interagency systems in accordance with local and FAA policy and procedures. -Assisting in producing, reviewing, revising, and interpreting technical documents; assisting in designing, fabricating, assembling, troubleshooting, and repairing electrical, electronic, and mechanical systems, subsystems, components, test fixtures, and prototypes. -Attend all Training Classes as required to maintain sufficient knowledge of repair procedures for all systems. -Perform basic troubleshooting of electronic/electro-mechanical systems to include fault isolation, removal, and replacement of failed Line Replaceable Units, (LRU’s) required to return the system to full operational capability. Training, procedures, or guidance will be provided. -Structural inspection of towers and tower components at heights in excess of 50 feet, but not to exceed 750 feet. -Production and repair of electronic cables and wire harnesses. Performing equipment performance analyses, and information collection and reporting. -Maintenance on the inside and outside of tower structures at heights in excess of 50 feet, but not to exceed 750 feet. -Installation and maintenance of NAS Radomes. -Installation of equipment and components, and modifications. -Keeps Crew Leads informed of assigned tasks and status. -Preventative maintenance and replacement of tower, radome and cab glass components. -Support Preventive Maintenance, (PM’s) on FAA and interagency systems, in accordance with local and FAA policy and procedures. -Prepare FAA and interagency assets for shipment to and from field site, vendor locations and/or Federal Aviation Administration Logistic Center, (FAALC). -Performing corrosion control and prevention. -Developing and performing equipment and component adjustment, test, and certification processes; and in installing equipment and modifications. -To include all Safety related courses. -Circuit board testing and repair. -Labor includes, but not limited to, installation, removal and maintenance of communication antennae, surveillance systems, safety wire, tower guy wire pull-off shackles and tower obstruction lighting systems. -Operation of equipment such as boom man lifts and motorized forklifts. -Installation of electronic and mechanical systems and components.

Requirements

  • faa systems
  • naci clearance
  • navaid repair
  • rotary joint
  • high school
  • height work

What You Bring

-Minimum High School Diploma/GED with completion of formal technical training courses. -Position requires traveling, up to 70%, and may entail emergency call outs for corrective maintenance as required. -One Primary form of government-issued identification, selected from the following: -Specialized knowledge of FAA systems, equipment, procedures, and operations is highly desired. -NACI Clearance - ability to obtain Public Trust. -Valid REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state-issued ID card. -Rope repelling / on rope work at heights. -A valid driver's license is required. -Estimated Monthly Travel required for this position: 70%. -Original or certified copy of a birth certificate. -U.S. Military or U.S. Military dependent’s ID Card with photograph. -U.S. Passport or U.S. Passport Card. -Tower Climbing / Work at heights in excess of 50’. -NAVAID antenna and component repair and overhaul. -Due to safety and operational requirements mandated by our government customer, all engineering technicians are required to successful complete a physical fitness evaluation, which includes specific weight restrictions of minimum 125lbs and maximum of 290lbs. -Moderate lifting and carrying (50 lbs.), straight pushing and pulling, reaching above shoulders, use of fingers and both hands required, walking and standing, repeated bending, climbing, crawling, kneeling (use of both legs and arms), operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle, both eyes required with depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors, hearing (aid permitted). -Due to the limitations of fall protection gear, the minimum weight for an applicant is 125lbs, the maximum weight is 290lbs. -U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) Transportation ID Card. -Ability to work at heights. -Must possess TWO forms of unexpired identification to meet eligibility requirements. -Voter registration card. -Permanent Resident Card (Form I-551). -certificate of U.S. Citizenship or Naturalization. -Rotary joint and drive motor troubleshooting and repair. -U.S. Government Personal Identity Verification (PIV) Card.

Benefits

-Social security card.

The Company

About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

Sector Specialisms

Facilities & Ground Logistics

Information Technology

Aerospace Solutions

Protective Services

Systems Engineering

Mission Support

Government Security Operations

Detention Management Operations

Computing Infrastructure Providers

Data Processing

Web Hosting

Logistics and Supply Chain

Aviation Logistics

Supply Chain Services

Contractor Logistics Support

Depot Level Maintenance, Repair & Refit

Global Logistics Support

Maintenance

Transportation

Supply Chain Management

Security Clearance

-must obtain naci clearance and be able to obtain a public trust