Engineering Technician IV

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Engineering Technician IV supporting missile testing and space surveillance operations at RTS Operations Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Operating radar systems and collaborating with engineers in a real-time environment.

Posted 7/1/2026full-timeHuntsville • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-LevelWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

LinuxUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support RTS (Reagan Test Site) Space Surveillance Operations & Range Missile Testing in a demanding real-time environment involving new space launches, near earth and deep space satellite tracks
Operate remote radar sensors using acquisition and tracking consoles and ensure accuracy of analytical and statistical data collected
Operate UNIX and Linux PC computer systems and a dedicated communications Message Processing System
Assist Systems and Software Engineers with daily radar operations and maintenance, testing, design, and development, adjusting parameters for desired track results
Maintain the safest and highest quality operations, while operating a unique, sophisticated, high power radar suite
Assist Systems and Software Engineers in daily calibrations, troubleshooting, repair and the critical testing and evaluation phases of significant improvement modifications to the Site radar systems
Support research, design, development, and testing that lead to improvement in Radar tracking concepts
Perform specific tasks and record engineering data on Radar testing results
Follow specific instructions in conducting a variety of tests while operating radar systems and adjusting parameters for desired track results
Provide backup to team members in the supervising of operations and training performed as required after completion of the Level IV on-the-job training in Space Surveillance Operations
Contribute to the delivery of finished MMW/ALCOR data products and support data processing as may be required
Follow well defined methods including use of advanced engineering algorithms and adapt standard procedures and system configuration with advice from engineers
Support documentation of Space Surveillance Department Operational Procedures
Ensure accuracy of analytical and statistical data
Perform safe diagnostic system checkouts to confirm operational results of repairs to remote radar equipment
Assist with on-the-job training for new hires during their first nine (9) months of employment
Other related duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School Diploma or equivalent
Related formal military or civilian training
Two (2) or more years of experience in a military or civilian environment in one of the following: Space Operations, Radar Operations, Air Traffic Control, Aviation Radar Electronics, Optical Tracking, Telemetry Operations or Satellite Control
Experience supporting real-time subsystem level troubleshooting
Demonstrated ability to effectively follow well defined scientific methods including advanced engineering practices and algorithms
Basic understanding of RF and Microwave transmitters and receivers
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
Excellent verbal and written communication skills in the English language
Ability to consistently communicate in a professional manner, with courtesy and respect
Ability to successfully complete nine (9) months of RETS Space Operations on-the-job training
Ability to support potential TDY travel for mission operations which includes the ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. passport
The ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. government issued Secret security clearance is required
U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance
The flexibility and willingness to work shift hours, weekends, and holidays to support a 24/7 operation, specific projects and/or mission requirements

Benefits

Comp & perks

Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances
Generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay
Retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one!

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Hard Skills & Tools

Radar TrackingData AnalysisEngineering AlgorithmsRF and Microwave UnderstandingStatistical Data Accuracy

Soft Skills

Effective CommunicationProfessionalismTeam Collaboration

Certifications

U.S. Government Issued Secret Security ClearanceU.S. Passport