Amentum

Electronic Technician, Maintenance I

Amentum$81K *
Telecommunications & Hardware
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • High school diploma plus electronics training or military equivalent
  • 1-2 years experience in electronics
  • Basic knowledge of AC/DC electronics and circuits
  • Familiar with test equipment like oscilloscopes and signal generators
  • Basic troubleshooting skills required
  • Must obtain Secret US Government Clearance
  • Must possess valid driver’s license and ability to lift 50 lbs

Responsibilities

  • Perform installation, maintenance, and repair of electronic equipment
  • Operate and maintain various electronic devices and systems
  • Apply electrical principles to troubleshoot basic problems
  • Diagnose and repair equipment malfunctions
  • Conduct inventories and maintain equipment records
  • Assist with inspections and configuration changes
  • Ensure compliance with quality control and safety protocols

Benefits

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Retirement benefits with 401(k) matching
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Parental leave
  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Tax-saving options
  • Disability and life insurance
  • Pet insurance
Full Job Description

Electronic Technician I to join our team at Eielson, AFB, Alaska. This is an entry level position that involves applying technical knowledge to perform simple or routine tasks following detailed instructions. This position works under the technical guidance of a supervisor or higher-level technician, and work product is audited for accuracy. The duties and requirements listed below are not mutually exclusive.

Must be able to obtain and maintain the required US Government security clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a security clearance.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform work on various types of electronic equipment and related devices through a combination of installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, construction, and testing
  • Operate and maintain electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, digital and analog computers, industrial measuring and controlling equipment, microwave amplifiers and transmission lines, high-voltage power supplies and keying circuits, indicators and displays, and antenna positioning systems
  • Apply technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data and test equipment
  • Diagnose equipment malfunctions and effect repairs to restore equipment to required operating condition
  • Manipulate computer keyboards and view and interpret computer displays
  • Troubleshoot to the component level and make needed repairs
  • Identify and report corrections/improvements to technical data
  • Identify and report product quality/material deficiencies
  • Identify and report supply discrepancies
  • Conduct inventories and maintain accountability records, including ancillary and support equipment
  • Assist with inspection requirements and implementing approved configuration changes
  • Perform equipment status reporting, maintenance data collection and job documentation
  • Ensure compliance with Amentum’s Quality Control and Safety Programs
  • Perform other duties as assigned

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

  • Position requires a high school diploma plus successful completion of an accredited college or technical school in Electronics or equivalent military training and a minimum of one (1) to two (2) years’ experience in electronics
  • Basic knowledge of DC and AC electronics, digital logic, solid-state devices and circuits
  • Applicants must be able to demonstrate basic and some advanced technical knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and devices, interpret circuit diagrams to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers’ manuals or similar documents, as well as demonstrate knowledge in the use of test instruments such as Oscilloscopes, signal generators, voltage and frequency meters, and computer control equipment and analyzers
  • Familiarity with electronic, electromechanical and computer systems
  • Familiarity with test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment
  • Basic troubleshooting skills
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
  • Must possess a valid driver’s license and must meet all requirements for assigned vehicles
  • Must have the ability to lift up to 50 lbs
  • Ability to speak, read, and write English
  • Ability to work indoors, outdoors and travel to remote locations
  • Reside near or be willing to relocate to the vicinity of Fairbanks/Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska

DESIRED REQUIREMENTS:

  • Familiarity with threat systems is desired
  • Ability to read Cyrillic is desired
  • Radar experience desired

Benefits:

This position falls under the local Union and comes with; medical , vision, dental, STD and life insurance.

  • Vacation – 2 weeks paid vacation after 1 year of service
  • Sick leave – One (1) hour of accrual for every thirty (30) hours worked, up to 56 hours of paid sick leave each year.
  • Twelve (12) Paid Holidays per calendar year
  • 401K
  • Employee stock option plan

We look forward to having you join our Amentum and ARCTICS teams!

Compensation Details:

$39.04

       

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

 

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

  • Paid time off and holidays

  • Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)

  • Educational reimbursement

  • Parental leave

  • Employee stock purchase plan

  • Tax-saving options

  • Disability and life insurance

  • Pet insurance

 

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

       

Original Posting:

07/08/2026 - 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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