BAE Systems
Shipboard Radio Communications Systems Technician
San Diego, CA
Mar 4, 2025
Full-time
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Job Description
The selected candidate will test, troubleshoot, repair, and operate installed Radio Communications Systems on various classes of US Navy and US Coast Guard ships.

Shipboard testing is in support of CSSQT, BMD, CSAT, Aegis Modernization, and during ships training and operational cycles.

The selected candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of US Navy communications architecture, applications, and equipment/systems configuration, and troubleshooting procedures.

Systems/equipment testing includes (but not limited to) the following:
AN/WSC-3 (V)
DMR
HFRG, URT-23, HFDAG
NMT
Link 16 (LOS, STJ, MTJ, UTJ)
SA-2112 SAS/BAS and Red Phones
TVS
Crypto Systems
NAVMACS
CDLMS
Couplers and Antenna Systems
JTIDS/MOS

This position requires travel up 25%. Travel locations include (but not limited to) Norfolk VA, Pacific Northwest, Mayport FL, Honolulu HI, Japan, Spain, Scotland, and Greece.

This position may require getting underway on US Navy and US Coast Guard ships for short periods of time.

Must be able to work independently and as a member of a team.

The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate for Tech IV is $32.30 an hour

This position is in San Diego CA. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to San Diego CA or surrounding areas.

Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and at least 4 years of related experience
US Navy ET with shipboard/submarine experience
US Navy A School
Ability to set-up and operate complex US Navy communications systems
Ability to effectively train and interact with shipboard personnel
Ability to travel (up to 25%)
Ability to get underway on US Navy and US Coast Guard ships
Ability to work in an industrial environment and wear all required PPE
Ability to work at heights

Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Valid US passport
Experience as a technical instructor
Shipboard Communications equipment maintenance experience
CG, DDG, CVN, LCS ship class experience
Navy Computer and Telecommunication Station

Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.


About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.

Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.

This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.PDN-9e5920e9-f9ad-4e0d-baba-4294a5c416b0
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