Electronics Technician

FALCATA is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Electronics Technician to support our customer in Washington, DC. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on technician with a strong background in communications equipment, RF technology and electronics. This candidate must be a self-starter and self-motivated, able to work collaboratively with others but also with general/minimal guidance and oversight at times. The technician must have a strong background in assembly, testing, troubleshooting, integration, and maintenance of advanced communication systems. You will have the opportunity to work onsite alongside other technicians, engineers and professionals at various customer locations, collaborating with multi-disciplinary teams in a fast-paced and challenging environment.

You will have the opportunity to work with advanced equipment, tools and technologies to support both legacy and new communications systems across many areas of support, to include the following:

• Assembly & Maintenance: Assemble and configure electronics and communications systems according to specifications, Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and upgrades on equipment and antennas, Create and maintain detailed documentation for all work to systems.
• Testing & Troubleshooting: Execute comprehensive test plans and procedures for RF and electronic systems, Identify, troubleshoot and resolve issues in a timely manner, often in urgent and high-priority scenarios. Document issues, test results and corrective actions accurately.
• Integration Support: Support integration of new systems and components into existing infrastructure, Perform routine maintenance and upgrades on communications equipment and antenna systems.
• Customer & Team Interaction: Work closely with a small and highly effective team to support various customers in understanding their needs to provide technical support and meet their requirements, Collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to ensure project success, Communicate project status and technical information effectively to peers & leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• Associate’s or Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent military experience and 5 or more years of relevant technical experience
• US Citizenship with an active DoD Secret clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD TS/SCI clearance.
• Experience with maintenance, troubleshooting, repairing and testing electronics and systems.
• Ability to lift and/or move 50 pounds.
• Experience with technical requirements and documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, able to interact effectively with customers and peers.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a high-stress, high-speed environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven hands-on experience with electronics, RF or communications systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
• Strong understanding of electrical tools and equipment (crimpers, dies, multimeter, presses, connectors, contacts, wire gauges/types, soldering, etc.)
• Experience working hands-on with network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, multimeters, oscilloscopes and/or other RF test equipment.

In compliance with applicable pay transparency laws, the expected salary range for this position is $75,000-$107,000 year, depending on experience and location. This role is also eligible for an annual performance bonus and may include equity or incentive compensation as part of the total rewards package.

FALCATA Benefits:

FALCATA offers a stable work environment, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefit package; including 401k Plan, Flexible Work Schedules, Tuition Reimbursement, Co-Sponsored Health Plan, Paid Leave and much more. 

Applying to FALCATA:

Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at FALCATA is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check, security investigation, and a drug screening.

FALCATA is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.  We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60–1.4(a), 60–300.5(a) and 60–741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities, and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing information about compensation. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.