Communication Electronics Installation Technician (FAA)

Location: Kansas City, Missouri, United States; 100% travel across the United States

Salary: $20.00–$49.00 per hour, W-2

Company

hirify.global provides research, development, engineering, infrastructure modernization, air traffic management, National Airspace System integration, data management, software, modeling, and regulatory compliance services for government and commercial clients.

What you will do

• Install, configure, align, test, and troubleshoot VHF and UHF ground-to-air radio systems.
• Set up Radio Control Equipment and integrate Commercial Telco, RCL, field cable, and fiber-optic requirements.
• Install radio racks, antennas, cable trays, conduit, coaxial cabling, grounding systems, surge protection, and basic electrical connections.
• Remove legacy communications equipment and install Government Furnished Equipment.
• Perform baseline electronic readings, generate FRDF documentation, and coordinate frequency outages in accordance with FAA technical handbooks.
• Interface with FAA Air Traffic and Technical Operations personnel while supporting field installation and construction crews.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• 100% travel across the United States is required, including work in geographically isolated environments and non-standard hours when required.
• At least two years of relevant experience plus an associate’s degree or a two-year technical training or certification program in a relevant field.
• Experience installing and maintaining VHF/UHF ground-to-air communication equipment and familiarity with FAA NAS communications systems, cabling, and equipment.
• Ability to read schematics, blueprints, engineering packages, and electrical wiring diagrams; generate FAA FRDF documentation; and set up Radio Control Equipment.
• Valid driver’s license, ability to obtain a federal security clearance, ability to lift up to 75 pounds, move up to 350 pounds with equipment, and work at heights exceeding 60 feet.

Nice to have

• Experience with spectrum analyzers, time-domain reflectometers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, microwave systems, voice switch systems, or air traffic control systems.
• Commercial driver’s license, trailer experience, or heavy equipment operation experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Typical schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM, with flexibility for site requirements.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Generous paid time off.
• Travel expenses are advanced by the technician and reimbursed through a voucher system within approximately two weeks.