Submarine Imaging​/RF Technician

ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN V

GDIT is looking for highly motivated technicians able to perform troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair of submarine periscopes and Photonics based imaging systems. Scope of work will entail working in the areas of Electronics, Optics, Electro‑Mechanical interfaces, Infrared Imaging, Night Vision devices, Digital Still Cameras, HD/HDSDI Video Cameras, Micro‑controllers, Precision Controllers, Gyro Stabilised systems, Radio Frequency equipment, Electronic Surveillance Systems, GPS, Communication systems, and Server‑based System/Networks.

• Must be comfortable working independently, setting personal schedules, and maintaining personal responsibility to completing individual tasks to meet team goals with minimal supervision.
• Background in Radio Frequency (RF) System Operation, Maintenance, Troubleshooting, Certification, Design and Development is highly desirable. Equipment includes Electronic Surveillance Systems, Communication Systems, GPS systems, Direction Finding Systems, Early Warning Systems, Radar systems, Software Defined Radios, Cabling and Waveguides, Rotary Joints, etc.
• Desire knowledge in Commercial off the shelf digital cameras, video cameras, Infrared cameras, night vision equipment, video distribution systems. Application into military systems, researching replacements, troubleshooting existing systems, recommending improvements.
• Possess ability to read, interpret, troubleshoot, and apply information derived from electrical schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Requires mechanical aptitude to disassemble and reassemble complex and compact equipment.
• Possess ability to operate basic measuring devices such as calipers, micrometers, depth micrometers, etc.
• Ability to learn new skills via hands‑on training and via mentorship from senior staff is required. On‑the‑Job training is the primary learning method for system specific diagnosis and repairs.
• Position may require some work on SUBSAFE components so any previous experience working within the Navy’s SUBSAFE program is a plus.
• Knowledge of or ability to learn basic cable building, repairs, and troubleshooting skills to MIL‑Spec requirements.
• Desire knowledge in operations of electronic test equipment such as multimeters, meggers, RF analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Former Military Electronics background highly desirable for this position.
• Basic computer skills required. Microsoft Windows, office products, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Team, etc.
• Background with computer servers, server maintenance/repair, Linux based operating systems, networking, and/or basic programming skills a plus.
• Ability to operate basic hand tools in the disassembly, repair, and re‑assembly of various components and systems required.
• Must be able to work within diversely experienced teams of people moving towards common goals. Once experience is attained must also be competent/confident to take on high profile troubleshooting in solo environments.
• Minimum Secret Clearance or ability to attain and Secret Clearance required.
• Associate’s degree or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of applicable experience.
• US Citizenship Required.