Field Service Technician II – RF/Acoustic

Arlington, VA
Full Time
Mid Level

Job Title

Field Service Technician II – RF/Acoustic

Why IDS?
IDS believes in resolving conflict, building innovative approaches to do so. Combining operational expertise with an intimate understanding of today’s greatest challenges, we bring our customers the solutions required for success in a complex and multidimensional world. IDS tailors solutions for a diverse range of government, military, nonprofit, and public-sector clients.

This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location

numerous OCONUS locations available

Job Description

The Field Service Technician II – RF/Acoustic supports overseas posts by testing, maintaining, and reporting on equipment in the field. The technician reviews compliance with security standards and provides technical security solutions when needed and maintains and repairs shielded environments for overseas facilities. This position requires excellent verbal and written skills, including the preparation of detailed trip engineering services reports with acoustic and radio frequency test results, as well as documentation of maintenance and repair activities. The technician recommends and coordinates corrective actions to be resolved by domestic State groups and overseas staff, provides training for personnel, and assists with the development of training modules for maintenance and repair programs. Responsibilities also include maintaining test equipment and occasionally providing maintenance and repair support for domestic facilities. The Field Service Technician II – RF/Acoustic is responsible for working with data throughout its lifecycle, including collection, management, analysis, reporting, and secure disposition, to support technical and operational requirements.


Key Duties
 
• Perform acoustic and RF diagnostics and reporting.
• Maintain RF/acoustic shielded facilities.
• Document anomalies and coordinate corrective actions.
• Assist in developing training content for maintenance programs.
 
Requirements
• Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• HS diploma/GED; 2+ years RF/acoustic maintenance.
• Experience using RF receivers, oscilloscopes, analyzers.
• Knowledge of classified handling and OSPB standards.

Questions?
Please reach out to [email protected] for additional questions or information.

Employee may be required to occasionally lift and/or move moderate amounts of weight, typically less than 20 pounds, but may vary depending on the position. Regular and predictable attendance is essential.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local law.

If you are unable to apply through the portal and need to speak to someone about necessary accommodations to apply, please email accommodation@idsinternational.com and we will follow up with you. Do not submit resumes and applications through this email.

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