RF Engineer

Amentum is seeking a RF Engineer on Andros Island, Bahamas in support of the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC). Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

This position is for a future requirement available in the next several months.

Job Responsibilities:

• Performs necessary repairs and provides training to junior technicians.
• Schedules required periodic maintenance.
• Operates the systems supporting range activities.
• Assists with other AUTEC range systems including, DGPS, Large Area Tracking Range (LATR), Link-16, RADAR, Electronic Warfare R/F systems and hydrophone systems.
• Performs analysis of system performance on a daily basis.
• Identifies failures and initiates remedial actions.
• Performs administrative tasks, record-keeping and procurement of spare parts inventories for assigned systems.
• Performs installation and acceptance testing.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
• May occasionally ride range vessels in support of mission objectives.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering with 4 years of directly related experience OR an Associate's degree in a related field with 6 years of experience in operations & maintenance of relevant systems. (Military training and direct related experience with these systems in lieu of a formal degree may be considered).
• Knowledge in the operation and maintenance of R/F telemetry systems, transmitter/receiver circuits, antennas, displays, analog and digital encoders, R/F system alignments, troubleshooting and fault isolation is required.
• Experience with electronic test equipment including: DVMs, TDRs, Spectrum Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, Signal Generators is required. Must be familiar with UNIX/Linux and Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office products.
• Must be able to lift/carry up to 45 pounds of equipment. Must be able to climb multiple flights of stairs, ladders and work at heights.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to determine cause of failures and make necessary repairs.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to reside in a remote location with limited medical facilities.
• A valid U.S. driver's license and passport are required.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous military and/or test range experience in the maintenance and operation of RADAR, Electronic warfare threat simulators, EWRDF and GPS tracking systems is preferred.

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