ELECTRONIC SPECIALIST - RADAR - TIMING (INTERNAL BARGAINING UNIT MEMBERS ONLY) at Southwest Range Services – HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE, New Mexico

Southwest Range Services

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Posting Code: 2025-083-SRS
Location: HOLLOMAN AIR FORCE BASE
FT/PT Status Regular Full Time
Sub Contractor: SRS
Open Date: 12/15/2025
Hourly Salary Rate: Per CBA
POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Performs advanced operation, maintenance, repair, calibration, and installation of precision timing and frequency systems, atomic frequency standards (cesium/rubidium), GPS-disciplined oscillators, time-code generators/receivers (IRIG, NTP, PTP), frequency distribution amplifiers, and associated test and measurement equipment. Applies expert-level knowledge of time and frequency principles to diagnose complex failures and restore system performance to required accuracy and stability. Provides technical guidance, training, and work coordination to lower-level technicians.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Installs, operates, maintains, troubleshoots, calibrates, and repairs a wide variety of timing-related electronic instrumentation and associated systems. Performs precision calibration and performance verification of frequency standards and timing systems to national/international traceability standards. Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve complex problems that cannot be resolved by referencing manufacturers’ manuals or standard documentation alone (e.g., circuit-level failures, electromagnetic interference/radiation issues, malfunction isolation, and incorporation of engineering changes). Verifies timing systems meet contractual, OEM, and test-range accuracy/stability requirements prior to mission support. Ensures all calibration records, logs, and documentation comply with established procedures and quality standards. Exercises independent judgment in performing circuit analyses, calculating and interpreting waveforms, and tracing signal flow relationships using schematic diagrams and advanced test equipment. Uses complex test instruments including oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, pulse and function generators, frequency synthesizers, digital multimeters, network analyzers, and computer-controlled diagnostic systems. Provides technical guidance, on-the-job training, and work leadership to lower-level technicians. Communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, Government personnel, and contractors. Performs related cross-utilization duties in other technical areas as required. May be required to perform Temporary Duty (TDY) travel, overtime, shift work, and weekend/holiday work.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Five (5) years progressive hands-on experience in precision timing/ frequency systems PLUS completion of a two-year accredited electronics technology program, OR Six (7) years total progressive hands-on experience in precision timing and frequency systems. Demonstrated proficiency in operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of atomic standards and timing equipment. Working knowledge of RF/VHF systems, personal computers, Microsoft Office products and computer networking. Valid state driver’s license. Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance (subject to government investigation).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to lift and carry up to 65 lbs and perform duties requiring climbing, bending, kneeling, and working in confined spaces