Overview

RF Technician (DETO-2023-19743):

Bowhead is seeking an RF Technician to support the technical and operational services in support of DE projects within NSWCDD E10 in Dahlgren, VA.

This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office of Navy installation - there are no remote opportunities for this contract

Responsibilities

Specific activities include the application of DE system technologies, deployment and operation of High Powered Radio Frequency (HPRF), High Energy Lase (HEL), High Voltage Electrostatic Discharge systems and existing Radar and CREW systems and technologies for CIED purposes.

Specific duties will include but not be limited to:

• Assisting with the design and installation of RF cabling and control lines

• Assisting with the design, build, test and operations of CIED system

• Support laboratory test and operations

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

This position will require full onsite work at the Bowhead office of Navy installation - there are no remote opportunities for this contract

• A Bachelors degree is preferred.

• Five (5+) years of experience in the operation, troubleshooting and repair of a wide variety of RF components and electromagnetic sensors is highly desired.

• At least three (3+) years of experience using Network Analyzers, Spectrum Analyzers and other RF and non-RF measurement equipment, RF supporting instrumentation, High Voltage systems and component selection is highly desired.

• Must have valid Drivers Liscense, and the ability to obtain a valid forklift license and to pass a DOT physical is required.

• Must have demonstrable experience in setting up laboratories and conducting laboratory and field tests is also required.

• Must have experience or knowledge with high voltage and high electric field testing.

• Having a valid electrician license is highly preferred.

• Must have experience and familiarity with outboard motor operation and minor diagnostic and repair.

• Must have experience with diagnostics using multimeters, physical examination and typical tools like WAF, PUPFAC, and similar.

• Must have previous experience with operation including turning on, turning off, setting up and refueling (i.e., connecting & disconnecting the fuel line to the gas can) and RF testing

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 30pounds

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to obtain a security clearance at the Secret level, however candidates with an active Secret clearance are highly encouraged to apply. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

UIC is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics EOE/AA/M/F/D/V. In furtherance, pursuant to The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act 43 U.S.C. Sec. 1601 et seq., and federal contractual requirements, UIC and its subsidiaries may legally grant certain preference in employment opportunities to UIC Shareholders and their Descendants, based on the provisions contained within The Alaska Native Claims Settlement Act. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities. Please view Equal Employment Opportunity Posters provided by OFCCPhere (https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters) .

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The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

UIC Government Services (UICGS / Bowhead) provides innovative business solutions to federal and commercial customers in the areas of engineering, maintenance services, information technology, program support, logistics/base support, and procurement. Collectively, the fast-growing Bowhead Family of Companies offers a breadth of services which are performed with a focus on quality results. Headquartered in Springfield, VA, we are a fast-growing, multi-million-dollar company recognized as a top Alaska Native Corporation providing services across the Department of Defense and many federal agencies. Bowhead offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, accidental death and dismemberment, short/long-term disability, and 401(k) retirement plans as well as a paid time off programs for eligible full-time employees. Eligible part-time employees are able to participate in the 401(k) retirement plans and state or contract required paid time off programs.

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ID 2023-19743

Category Engineering

Location : Location US-VA-Dahlgren

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain Secret

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement Less than 10%