SCA - Data Systems Technician, FAA

Job Description

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded the Technical Support Services Contract 5 (T5) to Parsons in April 2023. Parsons is the prime contractor. This $1.8+ billion contract has a 4-year base period with two 3-year options. The statement of work includes a variety of activities that support the FAA’s Capital Investment Plan (CIP) and certain reimbursable programs, the FAA NextGen Program, national security programs and aviation safety.

• Work includes site selection and engineering, construction, environmental and fire/life safety, equipment installation and testing, drafting, contract surveillance, and other technical services as required.
• Work is performed across the nation in each of the FAA’s nine regions as well as the Aeronautical Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, and the Technical Center in Atlantic City, New Jersey and in several U.S. territories.
• An average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.

Responsibilities

• Install, modify, test, troubleshoot, repair, and preventively maintain electronic systems and equipment, which may include: Navigation aids (NAVAIDS), Communications systems (VHF/UHF, data/voice), Surveillance and support systems, Associated power, grounding, and control equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair systems to the unit, board, or module level as assigned:
• Use standard test equipment (digital multimeters, signal generators, oscilloscopes, etc.).
• Follow step-by-step troubleshooting guides, fault isolation procedures, and technical manuals.
• Escalate complex or recurring issues to crew lead, FAA counterparts, and project management.
• Read and work from schematics, wiring diagrams, and interconnect drawings.
• Equipment manuals, technical orders, and job plans.
• FAA orders, work instructions, and site-specific procedures.
• Average staff of 500 with a peak staff over 650 supports this contract, in addition to those subcontractors who perform construction work.
• Support pre-installation checks and site preparation.
• Install racks, cabinets, and equipment per drawings and installation standards.
• Rout, terminate, label, and test cables (coax, fiber, copper) under guidance.
• Understand and follow written and verbal instructions and standard procedures.
• Work safely in field, shop, and facility environment.
• Comply with FAA and Parsons safety policies, OSHA regulations, and site Risk Management Plans.
• Adhere to physical and information security requirements at FAA facilities.
• Follow configuration control and quality assurance procedures.
• Collaborate effectively with senior technicians, engineers, project managers, and FAA representatives to support project objectives.

Required Skills

• High school diploma is required.
• Might require repetitive movement such as lifting up to 50 lbs., bending, and standing.
• Must have working knowledge of Basic analog and digital electronics.
• Must have working knowledge of Fundamentals of RF and communications equipment.
• Must have working knowledge of Use of standard electronic test equipment (DMMs, basic scopes, signal generators).
• Must have ability to Read and interpret basic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation.
• Must have ability to Follow written and verbal instructions and standard procedures.
• Must have ability to Work safely in field, shop, and facility environment.
• Must be able to meet customer security requirements.
• A background check by federal authorities will be performed.
• Must be able to travel up to 100% within the USA.
• Five plus years of working knowledge of: Basic analog and digital electronics, Fundamentals of RF and communications equipment, Use of standard electronic test equipment (DMMs, basic scopes, signal generators).
• Must have ability to: Read and interpret basic schematics, wiring diagrams, and technical documentation, Follow written and verbal instructions and standard procedures, Work safely in field, shop, and facility environment.

Qualifications

• Security Clearance Requirement: None

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k)
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Work Schedules
• Holidays

Schedule

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team. The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Pay

Salary Range: $15.68 - $71.30

Company Information

• We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars!

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