Amentum

Electronic Technician B - Ground Base Safety Range

Amentum$84K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • AS Degree in Electronic Technology or equivalent experience
  • Minimum of two years as an Instrumentation Operator or related technician role
  • Proficient in understanding and reading electrical diagrams
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite
  • Experience with electronics testing equipment, preferred
  • Ability to troubleshoot to the component level
  • Good communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain command destruct mission equipment
  • Perform daily system verifications according to schedules
  • Support verifications of launch support systems
  • Conduct preventive and corrective maintenance with supervision
  • Document equipment maintenance using the Air Force IMDS
  • Assist in preparing documentation for operations and maintenance
  • Adhere to safety policies and procedures

Benefits

  • Opportunity for professional development and training
  • Work in a team-oriented and diverse environment
  • Engage in exciting mission operations and launches
  • Potential for occasional travel to diverse locations
  • Support for a culture of safety and reliability
Full Job Description

Key Responsibilities

  • Operate and maintain Command Destruct mission equipment. This includes, but is not limited to   RF transmitters, antenna systems, power amplifiers, data recorders, , signal conditioners, data switches, data networks, servers and workstations
  • Perform daily system verifications per Eastern Range (ER) schedules with supervision
  • Support verifications of launch support systems using instructions and checklists
  • Perform Preventive Maintenance (PM) procedures with supervision
  • Perform Corrective Maintenance (CM) procedures with supervision
  • Document equipment maintenance using the Air Force Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS)
  • Work with System Maintenance Engineer (SME) preparing various documents required for daily operations, maintenance, and launch support
  • Perform daily operations and launch support activities in accordance with all related operations procedures, instructions, and checklists.
  • Complete system training using Enterprise Qualification Requirements (EQR) within documented time schedules and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations, maintenance and launch support
  • Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to the control of government property, job site safety, and security
  • Support company safety culture, assume accountability and responsibility for safe work practices
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Minimum Requirements:

  • AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Two or more years as an Instrumentation Operator Repairer or equivalent electronic technician experience related to the systems, subsystems and operations required to maintain Command systems, Instrumentation Systems, or Strategic Weapons Systems
  • Experience reading and understanding block diagrams, assembly drawings, schematics and logic circuitry diagrams
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
  • Experience working with electronics test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, Bit Error Rate Tester (BERT) and frequency counters, preferred
  • Experience operating, troubleshooting, and repairing failures using standard electronic test equipment
  • Experience troubleshooting and repairing failures to the component level
  • Experience performing Test Range or Mission Operations using Command/Destruct, Instrumentation, or Strategic Weapons Systems, preferred
  • Good analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Good oral and written communication skills
  • Good ability to write reports
  • Good ability to read and understand schematics, elevation, and assembly drawings
  • Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be reliable in a very dynamic environment
  • Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-orientated environment
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public
  • Able to work at heights up to 42 feet
  • Able to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.
  • Able to sustain prolonged periods of standing, kneeling and or repeated stooping
  • Occasional single day and/or overnight travel to the Jonathan Dickinson Missile Tracking Annex (JDMTA) Command in Jupiter, FL
  • The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours, weekends, and holidays as required to support specific project, mission, operations, and/or maintenance requirements
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License
  • Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

Compensation Details:

$40.82

       

Original Posting:

09/09/2026 - Until Filled

Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.

       

About Amentum

Amentum is a leading provider of engineering and technical services to the U.S. government and commercial customers worldwide. The company offers a wide range of services, including environmental remediation, facilities management, and logistics and supply chain management, among others. Amentum has a global presence, with operations in over 20 countries, and serves a diverse range of customers, including the Department of Defense, the Department of Energy, and the Department of State. The company is committed to providing high-quality services and has a strong reputation for technical expertise, innovation, and customer satisfaction.
Learn more about Amentum
Size
20,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
Founded
2014
Revenue
$5 billion

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