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Airfield Electronics Technician

Job Type

Full Time

Qualification

BA/BSc/HND , KCSE , Professional Certificate

Experience

3 - 5 years

Location

Lamu

Job Field

Engineering / Technical

Job Responsibilities:

• Conduct ground inspections to ensure that all ATC systems are operating within baseline standards, tolerances, and government superseding requirements.
• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of ATC systems and equipment in accordance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Verify ATC systems are operating efficiently and in compliance with FAA specifications and technical manuals.
• Serve as a Qualified Airfield Electronics Technician designated in writing by the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) for each system on which you are qualified.
• Ensure ATC systems and supporting equipment are maintained, calibrated, and aligned for optimal performance.
• Collaborate closely with the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) to review inspection findings, equipment performance, and prepare systems for FAA certifications.
• Conduct FAA flight checks and certifications on ATC systems equipment in compliance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, inspection logs, maintenance records, and reports on system performance and repairs.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety standards, operational procedures, and regulations while handling sensitive and critical ATC systems and equipment.
• Provide training and guidance for qualified personnel in the inspection, certification, and maintenance of ATC systems.

Minimum Requirements:

• Documented qualifications and experience as a Qualified Airfield Electronics Technician in accordance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Demonstrated ability to verify that all ATC systems meet baseline standards and government requirements during ground inspections.
• Minimum of two personnel qualifications to conduct FAA flight checks and certifications of all current ATC systems equipment.
• Designation in writing by the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) for each system on which you are qualified.
• 3-5 years of direct experience in the maintenance, repair, and certification of airfield/ATC systems.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications related to electronics, avionics, or systems maintenance are preferred.
• Proficiency with the use of diagnostic tools, technical manuals, schematics, and electronic testing equipment.
• Strong understanding of FAA standards, OPNAVINST regulations, and ATC systems maintenance policies.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain a high standard of safety and precision in all work.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport should be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain qualifications for the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.

• Conduct ground inspections to ensure that all ATC systems are operating within baseline standards, tolerances, and government superseding requirements.
• Perform installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of ATC systems and equipment in accordance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Verify ATC systems are operating efficiently and in compliance with FAA specifications and technical manuals.
• Serve as a Qualified Airfield Electronics Technician designated in writing by the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) for each system on which you are qualified.
• Ensure ATC systems and supporting equipment are maintained, calibrated, and aligned for optimal performance.
• Collaborate closely with the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) to review inspection findings, equipment performance, and prepare systems for FAA certifications.
• Conduct FAA flight checks and certifications on ATC systems equipment in compliance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation, inspection logs, maintenance records, and reports on system performance and repairs.
• Ensure strict adherence to all safety standards, operational procedures, and regulations while handling sensitive and critical ATC systems and equipment.
• Provide training and guidance for qualified personnel in the inspection, certification, and maintenance of ATC systems.

• Proficiency with the use of diagnostic tools, technical manuals, schematics, and electronic testing equipment.
• Strong understanding of FAA standards, OPNAVINST regulations, and ATC systems maintenance policies.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain a high standard of safety and precision in all work.

• Documented qualifications and experience as a Qualified Airfield Electronics Technician in accordance with OPNAVINST 3721.5 and the Shore ATC Systems Maintenance Policy.
• Demonstrated ability to verify that all ATC systems meet baseline standards and government requirements during ground inspections.
• Minimum of two personnel qualifications to conduct FAA flight checks and certifications of all current ATC systems equipment.
• Designation in writing by the Ground Electronics Maintenance Officer (GEMO) for each system on which you are qualified.
• High school diploma or equivalent; additional technical certifications related to electronics, avionics, or systems maintenance are preferred.