Electronics Technician (Raws)
How this pay compares
This posting states $68.8k–$108k a year. Open technician jobs in Colorado post a median of $80.8k a year, the middle half $74.5k–$88.9k, across 35 jobs that state their pay, so this one is within the middle half of what they post.
About the job
## Summary The primary purpose of this position is to organize, train and equip an empowered, ready and professional force, delivering full spectrum radar, airfield and weather systems support to ensure successful operation of the Buckley SFB airfield in support of national objectives.
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. ## Duties Certifies assigned systems and sub-systems to ensure compliance with USAF and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) established standards and safety requirements. Determines when equipment malfunctions warrant shutdown of various systems.
Provides technical guidance, training, and assistance to other technicians and conducts on the job (OTJ) training to apprentices in all phases of work Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work enviornment. ## Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions,Technical and Medical Support Positions.
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT IOR In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02, equivalent to the next to lower grade GS-08 or equivalent in the Federal Service.
Specialized experience includes ability to use computer terminals to enter and extract data to maintain records and document action. Knowledge of computer operating systems programs, e.g. Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris; network types; network topologies; transport devices e.g. hubs, routers. switches; and data communications equipment.
Ability to modify standard procedures, adapt equipment or techniques, and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance for highly complex electronic systems; to trace electronics logic from one system to another; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships to represent the organization in a professional manner. skill in the interpretation of technical data such as drawings, schematic, blueprints, and specifications of complete electronic systems.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.
Skill and knowledge of wide range of electronic principles and practices Digital Airport Surveillance Radar (DASR-AN/GPN-30); Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS-AN/FSQ-204); Next Generation Weather Radar System (NEXRAD-WSD-88D); Mono-pulse Secondary Surveillance Radar, (MSSR); FMQ-19 or 23 Weather System; GRC, GRT, GRR, CM-300, URC-200 Radio Systems; FCS-127 ETVS; GSH-74 DALR, Instrument Landing System (ILS), TACAN, associated support equipment, and any systems purchased to replace the aforementioned equipment.
2. Knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operating parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with air traffic control and weather radar equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronics logic. 3. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
4. Skill in the interpretation of technical data such as drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications of complete electronic systems; in analyzing problems in integrated/interfacing systems involving numerous complex circuits; and in using complex electronic and electromechanical test and measuring equipment using integrated test functions for different purposes. 5.
Ability to modify standard procedures, adapt equipment or techniques, and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance for highly complex electronic systems; to trace electronics logic from one system to another; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships to represent the organization in a professional manner. 6.
Ability to use computer terminals to enter and extract data to maintain records and document actions. Knowledge of computer operating systems programs, e.g. Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris; network types; network topologies; transport devices e.g. hubs, routers, switches; and data communications equipment. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. ## Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application.
Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.
FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.
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From US Space Force's job posting, checked 7 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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