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The Undersea Systems Division of Leidos develops and deploys advanced technology solutions that address existing and emerging maritime missions of national importance for a broad range of customers across the Department of Defense, Intelligence Community, other governmental agencies, and commercial clients. We are currently seeking an Electronics Technician to support fast paced operations at the Navy’s SEAFAC facility in Ketchikan AK.
What’s in it for you?
This immediate opening seeks an Electronics Technician that will be responsible for supporting assembly, installing, troubleshooting, testing, deployment, and production work related to low voltage AC/DC electronic devices and systems used in surface and subsea applications.
THE CHALLENGE (primary responsibilities)
- Electrical Assembly
- Wire harness fabrication utilizing wire splicing, crimping, connector installation and soldering on a multitude of different connectors and cable types.
- Circuit board component installation using approved soldering techniques for surface mount and through-hole mount components on multi-layer printed circuit boards.
- Circuit card assembly inspection and test.
- Utilize standard lab equipment (oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, etc.) to assess and troubleshoot electronic assemblies.
- Mechanical Assembly
- Assemble and test various mechanical systems.
- Read, understand, and follow engineering assembly drawings, bill of materials, manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and misc. supporting documentation.
- Use various hand tools to assemble mechanical components into larger assemblies.
- Able to troubleshoot assembly issues under limited supervision.
- Support documentation standards by filling out serial number records, traveler records, work orders, and non-conformance reports.
- Lab and Equipment
- Support the creation and implementation of work orders, test procedures, and safety procedures.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work environment.
- Manage lab equipment and assembly fixtures, support repair tasks, or seek assistance of project personnel to keep all equipment in good working condition.
- On Water Operations
- Operate and maintain various small boats in varying weather conditions.
- Support customer on water testing in the vicinity of Ketchikan Alaska.
- Willingness to remain overnight to support operations.
WHAT SETS YOU APART (basic qualifications)
- High School diploma or equivalent and 2 – 4 years of prior related experience.
- A willingness to learn.
- Must have experience reading schematics and drawings.
- Understand low voltage AC and DC systems.
- Must be detail oriented.
- Familiar with and capable of operating standard electronic test equipment; oscilloscopes, meters, frequency generators, etc.
- Must be self-motivated, self-sufficient, and able to switch from one task to another at a moment’s notice.
- Must be able to keep workspaces clean and organized.
- Needs to work well with others and be able to communicate and understand verbal and written instructions.
- Can interact with customers, peers, and supervisors with professionalism.
- Willingness to travel outside local occasionally.
- Must be able to obtain a Secret clearance for consideration.
- U.S. CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED
Preferred Qualifications
- 2-year degree in instrumentation and electronics.
- Capable of writing work orders and test procedures.
- Fiber Optics manufacturing, troubleshooting, and repair.
- Experience in computer networking and hardware.
- Advanced soldering skills.
- Knowledge of marine systems such as pumps, radar, electronics, navigation, and basic marine wiring.
Duties Include but not Limited to:
- Qualify and operate small boats in various weather conditions, transporting personnel and equipment.
- Constructing component racks to meet equipment standards. May troubleshoot and correct malfunctions to fabricate and assemble a wide variety of electronic subassemblies.
- Operate standard shop equipment such as, but not limited to, drill press, hand tools, and paint spray equipment.
- Inventory of parts, kits and other materials required for assembly.
- Interpret running sheets, technical data books, electronic principals and theory, electrical/mechanical prints, and engineering drawings.
- Install, repair, and maintain battery backup systems, alarm systems, various electronic systems such as amplifiers, radio dispatch equipment, communications equipment, variety of lighting equipment, audio equipment, air handling systems, radar systems, cranes, boats, etc.
- Adapt existing techniques, select electronic components, and arrange mechanical layout to meet engineering specifications for prototype, design, and development projects.
- Select, install, and solder electronic components on printed circuit boards; cut and form various wires and harnesses; distinguish different wire size, colors, component color; test, sort and inspect small parts.
- Establish and maintain documentation associated with the services performed.
- Operate a pallet jack or forklift to move sub-assembly and electronics housings and equipment racks.
- Qualify as a crane operator and crane electrical inspector.
- Prepare Daily Activity Log.
- Other duties as assigned.
Physical Requirements:
- Able to climb and work off ladders, towers, and rooftops.
- Often - Stooping, Kneeling, Reaching, Standing, Sitting, Walking, Pushing, Pulling, Talking, Hearing, Seeing.
- Lifting/Moving Requirements - Minimum of 50 pounds.
- Able to transfer between vessels, docks, floats, and piers.
SUBSEAMSS
If you're looking for comfort, keep scrolling. At Leidos, we outthink, outbuild, and outpace the status quo — because the mission demands it. We're not hiring followers. We're recruiting the ones who disrupt, provoke, and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. We're already at step 30 — and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
October 23, 2026
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $57,850.00 - $104,575.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
