Communications Technician
a.i. solutions10 months ago
Florida
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
Job Description
Position Overview
a.i. solutions is looking for a highly motivated Communications Technician with a passion for aerospace to join our team supporting the NASA Launch Services Program at the Kennedy Space Center. The candidate will be an active member of the Communications and Telemetry team at Hangar AE on Cape Canaveral, directly supporting all communication systems (voice, video, & networks). The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to embrace the a.i. solutions mission and work to continually exceed the expectations of our customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Apply technical knowledge to perform assigned tasks following instructions.
- Assist in relocating, modifying, and/or expanding existing facility infrastructure according to engineering drawings or instructions from a system engineer.
- Operate and maintain communications equipment, including those utilizing fiber optic and network connections.
- Install, test, troubleshoot, program, maintain, and repair digital switching and display equipment, data consoles, CCTV systems, telephone and computer data circuits, and related apparatus.
- Provide operational support for spacecraft and vehicle processing, including operation of voice network switches, data circuits, recorders, and computer-generated telemetry display systems.
- Perform equipment maintenance, component-level repairs, documentation of test readings and calibrations, and use common instruments such as digital multi-meters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, semiconductor testers, and oscilloscopes.
- Adhere to all applicable Operating Instructions (OIs) and perform all assigned Periodic Maintenance Instructions (PMIs) and technical tasks.
- Maintain and update manual and/or computerized central office records, including action items, task status, configuration drawings, and spare parts inventories.
- Operate assigned equipment or stations in support of launches, provide standby support, and perform routine operational checks.
- Perform systems or equipment validations and buy-offs, and provide technical assistance in direct support of engineering, government contractor agents, and/or representatives.
- Assist in installing equipment, systems, or sub-systems to gather data, including temporary or permanent installations to test and evaluate performance.
- Obtain equipment and supplies, prepare work areas, and assist higher-rated technical or engineering personnel as needed.
Required Qualifications
- U.S. citizenship.
- Successful completion of a government background check.
- High School Diploma.
- 0-3 years of technician experience in the telecommunications field.
- Demonstrated mechanical/electrical aptitude.
- Understanding of MS Office application suite.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate of Science (A.S.) degree in Electronics.
- Strong written and in-person communication skills with active listening.
- Demonstrated leadership accomplishments both professionally and personally.
- Proactive approach in identifying and addressing challenges with innovative solutions for positive organizational impact.
Benefits & Perks
- Compensation: Salary ranges from $68,000 to $93,000 depending on relevant experience and qualifications.
- Group Healthcare Plans – View Our Benefits Offerings.
- Flexible Health & Dependent Care Spending Accounts.
- Paid Time Off and Holidays.
- 401k Safe Harbor Plan: We contribute on Day #1.
- Company Paid Life/AD&D.
- Tuition Assistance.
- Wellness plans that reward wellbeing & work-life harmony.
Required Skills
digital switching
telecommunications
communications equipment maintenance
fiber optics
troubleshooting
MS Office
network systems