Ground Control Stations Technician

Job Summary General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems.

Assists with modification, fabrication, assembly, operations, installation, repair and maintenance of general laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment; assists in set up and may conduct routine experiments and tests; records data.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Install and configure Microsoft Windows and Linux operating systems (OS) and software using inventory of revision controlled configuration managed media in accordance with software and version assignment.
• Setup and perform tests and record results in accordance with documented procedures for development and production product ranging from individual computers / devices through complex end item systems.
• Read and comply with the full text of test instructions to ensure correctness of testing performed.
• Identify, analyze and diagnose (troubleshoot) test issues / failure and take independent action to address cause, resolve and retest to verify effectiveness.
• Perform end item acceptance testing with customer and quality oversight.
• Determine daily priorities by running reports and take initiative to work accordingly, coordinating efforts with peers as required, and complete work in a timely manner.
• Provide technical feedback and status updates to engineering and management clearly, accurately and effectively.
• Identify discrepant conditions and create non-conformance reports with effective documentation of the as-is and should-be conditions, including relevant technical detail and troubleshooting efforts.
• Suggests changes to processes and procedures, such as to address potential issues with or otherwise improve testing, quality and/or productivity.
• Appropriately select and safely use common hand tools.
• Perform housekeeping and other duties as assigned or required.
• Maintain a consistent work schedule, reporting to work on time, with ability to work overtime as required.

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with two or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Strong working knowledge of computer operating systems, software, networks and IP address configuration.
• Experience with command prompt, Linux terminal and serial console interfaces with ability to understand and interpret the output, identifying any issues and potential resolutions.
• Familiar with various file transfer protocols and programs as well as common issues and solutions.
• Experienced in the safe setup and operation of test equipment, including digital multimeters (DMM), power supplies, and oscilloscopes (O-Scope).
• Experience with identification, proper connection, safe handling and cleaning of fiber optic cabling.
• Ability to read, interpret and understand engineering drawings, schematics, figures, specifications, procedures, bills of material (BOM), and other technical documents.
• Understands and complies with foreign object debris (FOD), tool control and calibration policies, requirements and best practices.
• Works effectively both independently and with others, under pressure in a fast paced environment with limited supervision.
• Prior manufacturing experience preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security clearance is desired.