RPA GCS Technician with Security Clearance

Looking for Ground Control Station (GCS) Technician with a Top Secret (TS) clearance and a COMPTIA Security+ certification! Join our team and support the daily operations of the Air Force Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) unit. As a GCS Technician, you will perform maintenance on GCSs, ensuring compliance with Air Force Technical Data and implementing best maintenance practices. Responsibilities: Interface with customers, delivering excellent customer service and maintaining effective communication.
Execute maintenance actions, inspections, modifications, troubleshooting, testing, and installations of electronic and IT systems and subsystems on GCSs.
Document all maintenance actions and discrepancies using aircraft logs, AFTO 781s, Maintenance Information Systems (MIS), and maintenance logs.
Apply technical knowledge and reference Air Force Technical Data to solve problems, including locating circuitry, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
Understand circuit interrelationships, plan work schedules, select tools and test instruments, and comply with maintenance instructions and technical directives.
Utilize common and complex test instruments to isolate malfunctions and develop concrete solutions.
Maintain, repair, and install electronic equipment, such as radar, radio, telecommunication, SATCOM, and navigational aids, as well as computers and industrial measuring devices.
Apply electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment operations.
Receive immediate supervision and technical guidance from higher-level technicians or supervisors.
Fulfill all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
Basic understanding of MS Windows.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must earn and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications within 90 days of hire: CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ ce, SSCP, or GSEC, in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M.
Additional on-the-job training may be required.
Ability to lift/carry items over 50 pounds.
Willingness to work a non-traditional schedule to maintain 24/7/365 operations.
Proficiency in spoken, written, and understanding of English.
Proof of U.S. citizenship upon hire.
Submission of updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
Must possess and maintain a current DoD TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree in a relevant career field.
Minimum of one year of recent Aircraft Avionics, Ground Control Station, SATCOM maintenance, Military Aviation, and/or Communications experience.
Working knowledge of basic electronics maintenance and repair.
Basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft and ground control station electronics maintenance.
Understanding of SATCOM communications.
Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
Basic skills and knowledge in operating networks, including hardware, software, topology, standards, and protocols.
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
Application of technical knowledge of electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment systems and operations.
Experience in RPA operations or Military C4ISR (Command, Control, Computers, Communication, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).
Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
Prior experience in RPA Aircraft Avionics/GCS/SATCOM Maintenance and Repair.
FCC Radio Telephone License.
Knowledge and ability to administer

Looking for Ground Control Station (GCS) Technician with a Top Secret (TS) clearance and a COMPTIA Security+ certification! Join our team and support the daily operations of the Air Force Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) unit. As a GCS Technician, you will perform maintenance on GCSs, ensuring compliance with Air Force Technical Data and implementing best maintenance practices. Responsibilities: Interface with customers, delivering excellent customer service and maintaining effective communication.
Execute maintenance actions, inspections, modifications, troubleshooting, testing, and installations of electronic and IT systems and subsystems on GCSs.
Document all maintenance actions and discrepancies using aircraft logs, AFTO 781s, Maintenance Information Systems (MIS), and maintenance logs.
Apply technical knowledge and reference Air Force Technical Data to solve problems, including locating circuitry, isolating malfunctions, and incorporating engineering changes.
Understand circuit interrelationships, plan work schedules, select tools and test instruments, and comply with maintenance instructions and technical directives.
Utilize common and complex test instruments to isolate malfunctions and develop concrete solutions.
Maintain, repair, and install electronic equipment, such as radar, radio, telecommunication, SATCOM, and navigational aids, as well as computers and industrial measuring devices.
Apply electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment operations.
Receive immediate supervision and technical guidance from higher-level technicians or supervisors.
Fulfill all other position-related duties as assigned or requested.
Minimum Qualifications: High school diploma, or completion of relevant military and/or vocational technical school curriculum.
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
Basic understanding of MS Windows.
Thorough knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional suite (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
Must earn and maintain one of the following IAT Level II certifications within 90 days of hire: CCNA Security, CySA+, Security+ ce, SSCP, or GSEC, in accordance with DoD 8570.01-M.
Additional on-the-job training may be required.
Ability to lift/carry items over 50 pounds.
Willingness to work a non-traditional schedule to maintain 24/7/365 operations.
Proficiency in spoken, written, and understanding of English.
Proof of U.S. citizenship upon hire.
Submission of updated SF-86 within 30 days of hire start date.
Must possess and maintain a current DoD TS/SCI clearance.
Preferred Qualifications: Associate's degree in a relevant career field.
Minimum of one year of recent Aircraft Avionics, Ground Control Station, SATCOM maintenance, Military Aviation, and/or Communications experience.
Working knowledge of basic electronics maintenance and repair.
Basic knowledge of technical publications related to aircraft and ground control station electronics maintenance.
Understanding of SATCOM communications.
Proficiency in using and reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and data tables.
Basic skills and knowledge in operating networks, including hardware, software, topology, standards, and protocols.
Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems.
Application of technical knowledge of electronic principles to determine malfunctions and restore equipment systems and operations.
Experience in RPA operations or Military C4ISR (Command, Control, Computers, Communication, Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).
Prior experience as a Defense Contractor.
Prior experience in RPA Aircraft Avionics/GCS/SATCOM Maintenance and Repair.
FCC Radio Telephone License.
Knowledge and ability to administer

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