Sr Technician; Elec Security Clearance
Job in
Westford, Middlesex County, Massachusetts, 01886, USA
Listed on 2026-06-25
Listing for:
MIT Lincoln Laboratory
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-25
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Electrical Engineering, Electronics Technician, Systems Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Job Description An electronics technician is needed to support operations, maintenance and upgrade of the three Lincoln Space Surveillance Center (LSSC) space surveillance radar systems. The candidate would be trained to participate in all aspects of high voltage (40kV and above) RF transmitter construction, operations and maintenance. Duties would include electronic components and subsystem level assembly and troubleshooting as well as monitoring daily operations and performing maintenance of the transmitter systems.
This job would involve working on a variety of equipment including high voltage power supplies, vacuum tubes, precision RF waveguide components, sensitive high power transmitter tubes, high field magnets and high-volume water-cooling systems. Some of this work will be performed ability to obtain and maintain tower climbing, first aid and hoist operator certification is essential. In this position, the technician will assist in laboratory, research, or analytical work under direction or supervision of scientific personnel.
Support integration activities, including system-level testing and troubleshooting, and perform preventive maintenance and inspections on transmitter systems and related components. Operate highly technical experimental apparatus. May direct and train technicians of lower grade. Understands the theoretical aspects of the experiments. Has demonstrated outstanding skill and performance in the field of activity. Requires little or no supervision. There may be occasions when maintenance and operational responsibilities require working off hours, supporting off-hours remote troubleshooting, including taking phone calls and text messages uirements
* Graduation from a two-year technical school or equivalent combination of education and training
* Minimum of 5 years of applicable hands-on technical experience
* Experience in maintaining high-voltage equipment and vacuum tube-based equipment such as that found in radar or communication systems.
* Experience in fabricating/repairing electronic equipment, cabling, and skills in soldering, mechanical fabrication and assembly.
* Candidates must be able to read and interpret schematics.
* Basic troubleshooting experience using multimeters, oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers is highly desirable. Requirements Cont.
* Knowledge of high voltage electronics and of unique safety issues working with high voltage systems is a requirement.
* Preferred candidates would have the flexibility to support second shift work on an as-needed basis.
* Applicants must be a U.S. citizen and possess an active DoW security clearance.
* Successful candidates must pass a tower climbing physical test and be willing and able to climb towers. The Lincoln Space Surveillance Center is in Westford, MA. Hiring Range: $44.63 - $48.65
Job Grade: RDTEU-TECH SR
Disclaimer: MIT Lincoln Laboratory provides a typical hiring range as a good faith estimate of what we reasonably expect to offer for this position at the time of posting. The final salary offered to a selected candidate will depend on various factors, including-but not limited to-the scope and responsibilities of the role, the candidate's experience, skills and education/training, internal equity considerations and applicable legal requirements.
This range reflects base salary only and does not include additional forms of compensation or benefits. At MIT Lincoln Laboratory, our exceptional career opportunities include many outstanding benefits to help you stay healthy, feel supported, and enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance. Benefits offered to employees include:
* Comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans
* MIT-funded pension
* Matching 401K
* Paid leave (including vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.)
* Tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs
* Mentorship programs
* A range of work-life balance options * ... and much more! Please visit our Benefits page for more information. As an employee of MIT, you can also take advantage of other voluntary benefits, discounts and perks . Selected candidate will be subject to a pre-employment background investigation and must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance.
MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required.
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