Description
Maintained and repaired radio receivers, transmitters, and related communications equipment at the field level. Skilled in troubleshooting, diagnostics, soldering, component replacement, and ensuring reliable, secure communications systems in demanding environments.
Core Skills
- radio equipment troubleshooting
- RF communications fundamentals
- field-level maintenance and repair
- use of electronic test equipment
- cable and connector fabrication
- antenna setup and alignment
- technical manual interpretation
- soldering and circuit board repair
- preventive maintenance checks and services
- documentation and work order management
- safety and ESD procedures
- customer service and user support
- training junior technicians
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA A+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Certified Electronics Technician (CET) – ETA International
- Certified Radio Frequency (RF) Technician (vendor or ETA RF certifications)
- Motorola / Harris / L3Harris Radio Vendor Certifications (as applicable)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Fundamentals
- AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
Civilian Career Paths
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
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