Electronic Monitoring (EM) Technician- Temporary

About the role

IBSS is seeking a dedicated Electronic Monitoring (EM) Technician to provide essential technical support for NOAA Fisheries EM programs. In this role, you will serve as the primary technical point of contact for vessels in your region, ensuring that critical electronic monitoring hardware and software systems are functioning properly to support sustainable fisheries management. This position offers a dynamic mix of hands-on fieldwork and remote technical troubleshooting. The role is field-based, covering the Atlantic East Coast and Gulf of Mexico.

IBSS, a woman-owned small business since 1992, provides transformational consulting services to Federal defense, civilian, and commercial sectors, including cybersecurity, enterprise IT, environmental science and engineering, and professional management services. The company invests in employee growth and development, offers career development opportunities, and is committed to community and environmental stewardship.

Responsibilities

• Travel geographically throughout the Atlantic East Coast and Gulf of Mexico to commercial fishing vessels to conduct system inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance.
• Provide responsive, remote technical assistance to vessel operators in your designated regions to resolve system errors and ensure data integrity.
• Track, maintain, and manage the regional inventory of EM equipment and replacement parts.
• Execute all technical and administrative work as assigned and managed by the project supervisor.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands‑on experience working with electronic monitoring systems.
• Prior experience working as an electrician or marine electrician is highly preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a public trust security clearance.
• Willingness and ability to travel frequently to ports throughout the Atlantic East Coast and Gulf of Mexico.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage with a company‑paid deductible.
• Paid time off and federal holidays.
• Matching 401K plan.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement.
• Flex‑Spending (FSA)/Dependent Care Account (DCA) options.

Pay

Salary range: $65,000–$70,000 based on experience.

Schedule

Full‑time, temporary (6 months).