Job Description

Job Description

At LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech company, is seeking Field Technicians to support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) in maintaining and upgrading National Airspace System (NAS) infrastructure. This role requires significant travel across the U.S. to install, upgrade, and remove telecommunications and infrastructure-related equipment at FAA sites. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with installing and commissioning telecommunications systems, electrical installation, and light construction work.

Responsibilities:

• Provide program support to the FAA NASEO line of business (LOB) related specifically to the operation and support of telecommunications networks and systems used in Air Traffic Control (ATC) operations.
• Assist the Government in providing program management oversight support for all leased/owned FAA telecommunications programs until decommissioning or end of lifecycle with an emphasis on leased IP services.
• Support installation and maintenance of telecommunications equipment including local area networks (LAN) wide area networks (WAN), serial data service, digital broadband service (DDS and T1), routers, modems, personal computers and internet connections, analog voice services, telephones, fax machines, telephone switching equipment (PBX/VOIP)
• Experience installing, maintaining, testing, and troubleshooting LAN/WAN/PoE networks, Wi-Fi, and Enterprise IP Services in an operational environment.
• Experience working in and around critical operational equipment.
• Experience performing and documenting site surveys of new and existing facilities.
• Ability to perform moderate physical activity including climbing, lifting, and crawling to install network cable and equipment.
• Perform light construction and electrical work (site preparation work) to support telecommunications infrastructure upgrades.
• Climb towers to install, align, or remove antennas and waveguide (if required).
• Perform small-scale trenching using hand tools and light equipment (e.g., mini-excavators, skid steers, trenchers, drills, compactors).
• Conduct technical site surveys and develop survey reports and support the development of installation plans in coordination with FAA stakeholders.
• Provide technical support for voice-grade, data-comm, digital, and IP telecommunications cutovers.
• Ability to organize complex work into executable work plan for self and team.
• Ability to communicate issues or concerns affecting the tasks and assist in resolution.
• Support service-improvement working groups with the development of service analysis.
• Provide support for service restoration activities.
• Assist in the resolution of open/chronic trouble tickets.
• Develop post-outage assessment documents and evaluate post outage assessment documents for significant outages such as analysis of contractor post-mortem and Reason-for-Outage (RFO) reports.
• Ability to provide liaison function with various FAA lines of business and external customers.
• Ensure compliance with FAA safety standards and Government telecommunications regulations.
• Maintain and provide detailed documentation of as-built installations, repairs, and site conditions.

Qualifications:

Required:

• A minimum of 8 years' direct experience in maintenance of telecommunications and/or enterprise networks for both small, and large sites.
• Experience with telecommunications technology (multiplexors, voice and data analog and digital services, basic microwave and satellite theory), and IP theory (understanding TCP/IP technology)
• Experience in design and installation of network topology (cabling, cabling infrastructure, jacks, etc.)
• Significant experience with IP networks and or Enterprise Services preferred.
• Previous FAA experience a plus.
• Must be proficient with MS Office, including Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Excel
• Ability to multi-task, handle a fast-paced work environment, and adapt to rapidly changing priorities.
• Excellent writing, oral communication, management, and organizational skills
• Willingness to perform detailed work with little guidance and to interact in a positive manner with other government and industry personnel.
• Ability to climb towers and work at heights (if required, must meet safety requirements).
• Proficiency in light construction, trenching, and low voltage (120V and below) electrical installation.
• Knowledge of general electrical and grounding installation practices (Critical and Essential power runs)
• Experience with antenna installation, waveguide alignment, and grounding techniques.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment.
• Willingness and ability to travel extensively across the U.S. for extended periods.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently or with a team.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's Degree plus 8 years relevant experience or High School Graduate plus 10 years relevant experience
• 50%-75% (extensive travel required)
• FAA or federal telecommunications installation experience, especially at remote FAA facilities.
• Experience with microwave, Wireless LTE, VSAT, or VoIP telecommunications.
• Knowledge of FAA communications systems, safety protocols, and regulations.
• Certifications in tower climbing safety, fiber optics, or network systems.

Additional Information:

• Must be eligible to obtain necessary clearances to work, including FAA suitability and U.S. Government public trust clearance.

• Clean driving record required and willingness to provide a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) upon request

• Significant nationwide travel required (75%-100%).
• Must be able to lift 50+ lbs, climb work ladders, use portable power tools, and work in varied weather and terrain conditions.

About LS Technologies

At LS Technologies, we're enhancing our nation's critical infrastructure by providing engineering, technical, and professional services to Federal Government agencies. The quality of our work, deep technical expertise, and genuine passion for public service sets us apart. As a growing organization, we are expanding our benefits and communication with our employees, offering add-ons that speak to our growing employees' needs. Join us in delivering high-quality solutions and shaping the future of safety and innovation for our government partners.

EEO Commitment

LS Technologies, a Tetra Tech Company, is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital or familial status, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Requesting An Accommodation

LS Technologies is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for persons with disabilities or religious observances, including reasonable accommodation when needed. If you are hired by LS Technologies and require accommodation to perform the essential functions of your role, you will be asked to participate in our reasonable accommodation process. Accommodations made to facilitate the recruiting process are not a guarantee of future or continued accommodations once hired.

If you would like to be considered for employment opportunities with LS Technologies and have accommodation needs for a disability or religious observance, please send us an email at careers@lstechllc.com or speak with your recruiter.

Compensation (Pay Bands)

Salary at LST is determined by a wide array of factors, such as (but not limited to) education, certifications, knowledge, skills, competencies, experience, location, and clearance level, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements and applicable employment laws. Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only.

The projected compensation range for this position is provided within the posting and is based on full-time, 40-hour/week status. Part-time staff receive compensation at an hourly rate. The estimated minimum and maximum displayed represent the broadest range for this position (inclusive of high geographic and high clearance requirements) and are just one component of the LST's total compensation package for employees. ** In compliance with local laws, LS Technologies presents this reasonable compensation range as a guideline for roles in California, Colorado, New York, or Washington D.C."

Benefits offered to all employees who work 30+ hours per week: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Education Assistance, Parental Leave, Annual Leave, and Holidays.

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

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