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Air Surveillance Radar Technician

ARES Corporation · arescorporation.com
Wallops IslandSenior5+ yrs
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Maintaining air surveillance radar.

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Found
14 d ago · posted 2026-10-20
Location
Wallops Island, VA, US

Full description

This job posting is for an entry-level position in the ROC Surveillance Radar section. It is open to all Bargaining Unit employees deemed qualified, as determined by the Company, to perform the duties of "ASR-8 Radar Junior Technician." Please note that this position features a fixed salary governed by the current Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA Union Position). Position Requirements: • Combined education and work experience for a total of 5 years (E.g., completion of a two-year technical degree alongside military service or relevant work experience). • Hands-on experience in the maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of legacy FAA-certified RADAR systems. • Possession of an FAA ASR-8 certification is highly desirable and a significant advantage. • Comprehensive understanding of RADAR hardware and Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) systems. • Proficiency in utilizing a range of test equipment for RADAR system troubleshooting, including oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, and multimeters. • Proven ability in electronic circuit board troubleshooting, precision soldering, and component-level repair. • Ability to interpret and apply electrical diagrams, including functional block diagrams and schematics. • Adept at performing physical preventative and corrective maintenance to ensure continuous system operational readiness. • Candidate must hold a NASA tower climbing certificate (or be able to obtain one) and be physically capable of performing antenna maintenance, including climbing stairs on an 80-foot RADAR tower. • Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 pounds. • Flexible availability to provide system maintenance support, including on-call or irregular hours as required. • Familiarity with PC operations and the mathematical skills necessary to perform basic algebra. • Candidate must hold or be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret security clearance. • Cable crimp and harness training is a plus. ARES Benefits: ARES offers a competitive compensation and benefit package. Full time employees may participate in: • Medical Insurance • Dental Insurance • Vision Insurance • HSA/FSA Accounts • Life & Disability Insurance • Critical Illness & Accident Insurance • ESOP • 401(k) Plan • Paid Time Off & Holidays ARES is an equal opportunity employer and complies with E-Verify. We believe in hiring a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive culture. We are committed to non-discrimination on any protected basis, such as disability and veteran status, or any other basis covered under applicable law. ARES shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a).

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