Radar 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.

Performs and/or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operation, repair and maintenance of complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment. May assist in the design of basic lab, experimental, and commercial equipment. Applies specialized knowledge and skills pertinent to the organization, project or program assigned. Sets up and performs complex experiments and tests. Records, reduces and summarizes data. We have an exciting opportunity for a Radar Technician to join our MPEx team located in Poway, CA.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Conduct depot level repair, integration and testing, modification and operation of complex synthetic aperture radar (SAR) / ground moving target indicator (GMTI) and other airborne sensors.
• Operate specialized test equipment in the performance of troubleshooting and maintaining sensors, both in the laboratory and in the field.
• Performs and/or assists in fabrication, modification, assembly, installation, operation, repair and maintenance of complex laboratory, experimental and commercial equipment.
• May assist in the design of basic lab, experimental, and commercial equipment.
• Applies specialized knowledge and skills pertinent to the organization, project or program assigned.
• Will utilize SAP processes to track defective components.

• Typically requires associate's degree or equivalent with seven or more years of experience. May substitute equivalent experience in lieu of education.
• Ability and willingness to work on systems which have unusual conditions such as high pressure, high voltage, high energy, cryogens, or radioactive materials.
• Knowledge of computer operations and applications pertinent to the field required.
• Must be able to lift up to 50lbs and or work with colleges for an assisted lift up to 50Lbs.
• Must have analytical ability to read and understand detailed instructions, drawings and specifications. Communication skills necessary to write and record precise information.
• Special skills and expertise to use complex equipment or experimental techniques.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Security Clearance is required.