Technician A (Elec)

Job Description An electronics or electromechanical technician is needed to support operations, maintenance, and upgrade of the three Lincoln Space Surveillance Center (LSSC) space surveillance radar systems. The candidate will be trained to participate in all aspects of high voltage (40kV and above) RF transmitter construction, operations, and maintenance. Duties include electronic component and subsystem level assembly and troubleshooting, monitoring daily operations, and performing maintenance of the transmitter systems. This role involves working on a variety of equipment including high voltage power supplies, vacuum tubes, precision RF waveguide components, sensitive high‑power transmitter tubes, high‑field magnets, and high‑volume water‑cooling systems. The job may require working at heights. Tower climbing, first aid, and hoist operator certifications are essential. The technician will support laboratory, research, or analytical work under direction or supervision of scientific personnel. Responsibilities include supporting integration activities, system‑level testing and troubleshooting, preventive maintenance and inspections of transmitter systems and related components, operating highly technical experimental apparatus, and occasionally covering earlier shifts or working off hours as needed. Requirements Graduation from a two‑year day technical school or equivalent, with a minimum of two years of applicable experience, or equivalent technical training in electronics. Experience in fabricating/repairing electronic equipment and skills in soldering, mechanical fabrication, and assembly. Ability to read and interpret schematics. Basic troubleshooting experience with multimeters, oscilloscopes, and spectrum analyzers. Knowledge of high voltage electronics and safety issues when working with high voltage systems. Availability for standard evening shifts; flexibility to support first shift work as needed. U.S. citizen with an active DoW security clearance. Must pass a tower climbing physical test and be willing and able to climb towers. The Lincoln Space Surveillance Center is located in Westford, MA. Salary and Benefits Hiring Range: $38.53 – $42.92 Job Grade: RDTEU-TECH A Benefits include comprehensive health, dental, and vision plans; MIT‑funded pension; matching 401(k); paid leave (vacation, sick, parental, military, etc.); tuition reimbursement and continuing education programs; mentorship programs; work‑life balance options; and more. Eligibility and Legal Information Selected candidates will be subject to a pre‑employment background investigation and must maintain a Secret level DoD security clearance. MIT Lincoln Laboratory is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, or genetic information; U.S. citizenship is required. Requisition ID: 43007 #J-18808-Ljbffr MIT Lincoln Laboratory