Job Description

Job Description

As an Electronic Technician, you will work with a team to disassemble, overhaul, reassemble and test multiple antenna assemblies. The work requires attention to detail, high quality standards, open communication, team interaction, repetitive work, inspection of new and kitted parts, and willingness to report and document data, results and defects. Will interpret and work with Work Instructions, Maintenance Action Forms (MAFs) and technical drawing packages and use hand tools and various measurement tools and devices such as torque screw drivers/wrenches, multi-meters, oscilloscopes and Vector Network Analyzer (VNA). Assure calibration and equipment compliance as required.

The selected candidate must achieve BAE Systems certifications in soldering techniques and perform basic hand soldering. 

The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate is $29.46/hr.


This position is located in scenic and historic Southern Maryland in St. Mary's County, near to the Patuxent River Naval Air Station. There is no monetary relocation assistance budgeted for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to St. Mary's County, Maryland or surrounding areas.
 

Required Skills and Education

High school diploma and at least two years related experience.
Mechanical aptitude.
Ability to travel within the United States and some limited foreign travel (up to 50%).
Ability to work at heights above 100 ft. on shipboard masts and radar towers.
Familiarity with and use of hand tools.
 

About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security

BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it’s what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts – defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team—making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you’ll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do—from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.

Preferred Skills and Education

Ability to climb aloft for antenna maintenance and lift/carry heavy objects (40 LBS).
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) - 10 hour certified.
Certified solder technician specializing in SMT, lead free and through-hole.
Certified cable fabricator.
Experience with solid-core and multi-pin connector/cable assembly.