Job Description
Electronic Technician
III - R0160392
Job Description:
Amentum is seeking an Electronic Technician III to join our team at Eielson, AFB, Alaska. This is an advanced level position that will provide technical support to ground-based electronic systems. Typical duties include working on various types of electronic equipment and related devices through a combination of installing, maintaining, repairing, overhauling, troubleshooting, modifying, construction, and testing. The duties and requirements listed below are not mutually exclusive.
Must be able to obtain and maintain the required US Government security clearance. Note:
US Citizenship is required to obtain a secret clearance.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Operate and maintain electronic transmitting and receiving equipment, digital and analog computers, industrial measuring and controlling equipment, microwave amplifiers and transmission lines, high-voltage power supplies and keying circuits, indicators and displays, and antenna positioning systems
technical knowledge of electronic principles to solve basic problems using diagrams, schematics, engineering data, and test equipment
Diagnose equipment malfunctions and effect repairs to restore equipment to required operating condition
Manipulate computer keyboards and view and interpret computer displays
Troubleshoot to the component level and make needed repairs
Assist and/or provide occasional work direction to lower-level technicians
Identify and report corrections/improvements to technical data
Identify and report product quality/material deficiencies
Identify and report supply discrepancies
Conduct inventories and maintain accountability, including ancillary and support equipment
Leads inspection requirements and implementing approved configuration changes
Perform equipment status reporting, maintenance data collection and job documentation
Ensure compliance with Amentum's Quality Control and Safety Programs
Perform other duties as assigned
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Five (5)+ years of experience and successful completion from an accredited college or technical school in Electronics or equivalent military training.
High school diploma and possess a valid driver's license and must meet all requirements for assigned vehicles.
Familiarity with Radar and High-Power transmitters or similar systems preferred.
Demonstrated expertise in electronic, electromechanical and computer systems and the test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment.
Must be able to demonstrate advanced technical knowledge of electrical and electronic principles and devices, interpret circuit diagrams to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.
Demonstrate knowledge in the use of test instruments such as Oscilloscopes, signal generators, voltage and frequency meters, and computer control equipment and analyzers.
Good understanding of test equipment used to maintain and repair equipment.
Experience with tubes, transistors, logic gates, and/or high-power radio frequency devices preferred.
Comprehensive knowledge in general electronics.
Expert-level troubleshooting capabilities preferred.
Strong interpersonal skills and demonstrated ability to work across diverse groups of people and at all levels of an organization.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note:
US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
Ability to speak, read, and write English
Ability to work indoors, outdoors and travel to remote locations
Reside near or be willing to relocate to the vicinity of Fairbanks/Eielson Air Force Base, Alaska
Preferred Qualifications:
Familiarity with threat systems is desired
Ability to read Cyrillic is desired
Compensation Details:
$44.13
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note:
Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-OHara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
05/01/2026 - Until Filled
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. Learn more about your rights under Federal laws and supplemental language at Labor Laws Posters.
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Job Info
Location
Fairbanks, Alaska, United States
Type
Permanent
Company Details
Amentum
4800 Westfields Blvd
Suite 400
Chantilly, Virginia 20151 USA
492 Open Jobs Available
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