Electronics Technician

Job PostingHighlights:This is a high-visibility role supporting a mission-critical program for a premier federal law enforcement agency. You'll be joining a company known for its strong culture, smart people, and commitment to innovation and excellence in federal IT services.Our team is made up of talented, mission-driven professionals who collaborate across time zones and disciplines to keep services running smoothly 24/7. We foster a supportive, inclusive environment where performance is recognized and professional development is encouraged.The Electronics Technician will play a critical role in ensuring timely, efficient communications and IT support to hundreds of users in a high-security environment. You will directly contribute to the operational readiness and effectiveness of federal law enforcement operations.The selected candidate will strengthen their expertise in telecommunications and IT service management, federal contract execution, and customer engagement.Typical Day:The candidate will provide telecommunications and IT support for expeditionary mission and exercise support the FBI's Critical Incident Response Group (CIRG). A typical day is spent at the ERF facility in Quantico, VA, conducting maintenance on unit vehicles and communications equipment, providing system updates on communications equipment, researching new technologies, and conducting and receiving training on new equipment. Employees are on-call to mobilize and deploy on short notice in response to unit deployment.Required Qualifications:Education: High School + 7 yrs experience, Associates + 5 yrs experience, Bachelor's +3 yrs experience; CompTIA SEC+ certification can substitute for education requirementsFive (5) years documented experience in telecommunications, communication systems technician support, including but not limited to: electrical, mechanical, computer science systemsShall be able to carry communications equipment up to 70 lbsShall be able to climb on or under small or large vehiclesTop Secret clearance with eligibility to obtain SCI accessAbility to pass a polygraph and drug screening exam when directed once employedAbility to deploy to locations away from Quantico, Virginia both inside the United States or internationally on short notice and for possible extended periods of timeDesired Qualifications:Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of telecommunications management;Ability to develop and implement mission-specific communication plansHave working knowledge and demonstrate experience with the operational procedures used for a Tactical Operation Center (TOC) or equivalent operational centerOperational knowledge of cryptographic encryption devicesDemonstrated comprehensive knowledge and understanding to deploy, establish, operate, and maintain tactical radio, mobile cellular, internet, and video teleconferencing systemsAbility to perform general maintenance and cleaning on vehicles and facilitiesPossess a US PassportPossess a Commercial Driver's License, Class A and or BPrior military experience in US military tactical communications ( Army 25 series, USMC 253 series, Navy Information Systems Technician, Air Force 2E series)Physical Job Requirements:Shall be able to carry communications equipment up to 70 lbsShall be able to climb on or under small or large vehiclesPosition Type Shift Information:40 hours per week during normal business periods at Quantico, VirginiaPotential extended 8-12 hour day/night shifts, to include weekends, when deployed in support of mission, training, or exercise supportNormal work hours are Monday-Friday, 8 hrs per day. Employees will rotate on and off of a 24/7 "on-call" status to support contingency requirements. When deployed, the employee may be required to support 24/7 operations in the form of day/night shifts up to 12 hrs for extended periods of time, to include weekendsOvertime may be authorized by the Contracting Officer on a case by case basis. Compensation time may be authorized for overtime hours accrued that have not been authorized overtime payUS Citizenship: US citizenship requiredClearance: Top Secret with SCI Eligibility requiredLocation: ERF Building, FBI Academy, Quantico VA 22135Ideal Innovations, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or veteran status.Ideal Innovations, Inc. is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor