Senior Electronics Technician SPY-1

Job Descriptions:

The Senior Electronics Technician supports the assembly, testing, troubleshooting, and sustainment of electronic components and systems associated with Navy equipment. This role includes significant shipboard work involving safe removal, disconnection, harvesting, and cataloging of electronic components to support modernization, maintenance, and refurbishment efforts.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct shipboard removal, harvesting, and disconnection of AN/SPY-1 related equipment, following all safety, configuration-management, and naval technical standards.

• Identify, disconnect, and preserve cables, connectors, and components during shipboard extraction to support repair or re-installation efforts.

• Collaborate closely with shipboard personnel, installation teams, and logistics staff to ensure proper handling, tagging, and transport of removed materials.

• Provide accurate status updates for production and return-material workflows.

• Catalog harvested shipboard materials using correct NSN/NIIN data, part numbers, alternates, condition codes, and shelf-life requirements.

• Develop processes and procedures for overhauling, repairing, and inspecting shipboard equipment.

• Support Government Furnished Property (GFP) accountability during shipboard and warehouse operations.

• Participate in and brief program leadership in program meetings such as readiness reviews, and logistics working groups to support planning and sustainment activities.

• Travel up to 50% to support shipboard removal events, modernization availabilities, and onsite customer requirements.

Required Experience:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

• Ability to handle sensitive or classified information per government standards.

• Strong interpersonal skills; able to work effectively with shipboard personnel, supervisors, and technical teams.

• Ability to work with precision on small components and connections, including in confined or challenging shipboard environments.

• Proficiency using general electronic test equipment.

• Strong understanding of electronic inventory practices, BOM structures, and part documentation.

• Advanced MS Office skills for documentation and reporting.

• Ability to lift 40–50 lbs and operate effectively in shipboard, warehouse, or industrial settings

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 15 years of relevant technician experience in electronics, maintenance, or system sustainment.

• Shipboard experience required; experience with equipment removal, disconnection, or harvesting strongly beneficial.

Keyword: Senior, Electronics, Engineering, Technician

Kratos Defense is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected category under applicable federal, state, and local laws.

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