Electronic Technician D, Crypto​/Naval Msg

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is looking for an Electronic Technician D, Crypto/Naval Messaging to support our government customer located in Kekaha, Kauai
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Independently or under supervision and assignment from a Senior Technician or the Lead Technician, will provide contracted operational and maintenance support services to the Pacific Missile Range Facility (PMRF) customer. The technician will be assigned as a Cryptographic Limited Maintenance/Naval Message Handler.

• Specific assignments and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following areas:
• Sets-up, checks-out, operates, monitors and maintains systems and equipment for Range Operations support. Responds to evolving operational environments requirements when directed.
• Perform limited periodic inspections and maintenance tasks in accordance with published procedures and/or OEM guidelines. Documents results of all maintenance actions in systems and equipment records.
• Performs duties associated with Message Center activity including assistance in preparing, sending, receiving, processing and distributing classified and unclassified message traffic.
• Assists with Communications Security (COMSEC) functions including accounting, loading, destruction and courier services for classified controlled cryptographic items and materials.
• May support occasional travel for operations and maintenance support at other locations throughout the State of Hawai'i to include at sea for extended periods.
• Performs other duties as required.
• Environment:
  Electronics Shop and Radio Frequency field environment, Operations Command & Control Center, and Indoor Security Vault
• Travel to and work at remote site locations to include at sea for extended periods.
• Physical elements of the position include:
  Must be able to lift, carry, push and pull, install and remove equipment and peripherals up to 50lbs. Walking, sitting, standing, customer contact, extended workday, field assignment sometimes in inclement weather.

Associates Degree or equivalent training, e.g. Navy A School, a two (2) Year Technical School or military specialty training in related field.

• Ability to Learn through On-the-Job-Training
• Progressive experience in reading and interpreting schematic diagrams for simple troubleshooting and repair.
• Must possess the following PC skills:
  Word, Excel, MS Outlook, Power Point, and Windows OS

• Progressive experience in a related field.
• Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) and associated telecommunication technologies involving cryptographic material.
• Knowledge of crypto loading and bulk encryption devices.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• Secret security clearance is required. (Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.)

Employees enjoy competitive salaries; a 401K plan with company match; medical, dental, disability, and life insurance coverage; tuition reimbursement; paid time off; and 11 paid holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer of individuals with disabilities and veterans. We are proud to state that we do not illegally discriminate in employment decisions on the basis of any protected categories. If you are a person with a disability and you need an accommodation during the application process, please  to request accommodation. We E-Verify all employees.

“EOE, including Disability/Vets” OR “Equal Opportunity Employer, including Disability/Veterans”

The Alaka`ina Foundation Family of Companies (FOCs) is comprised of industry-recognized government service firms designated as Native Hawaiian Organization (NHO)-owned and 8(a) certified businesses. The Family of Companies (FOCs) includes Ke`aki Technologies, Laulima Government Solutions, Kūpono Government Services, and Kapili Services, Po`okela Solutions,Kīkaha Solutions, LLC,and Pololei Solutions, LLC. Alaka`ina Foundation activities principally benefit the youth of Hawaii through charitable efforts which includes providing innovative educational programs that combine leadership, science & technology, and environmental stewardship.

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