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Position Overview

QinetiQ is seeking an experienced Electrical Maintenance Technician I with specific experience in supporting line handling operations for the DHS Customs & Border Protection Tethered Aerostat Radar System (TARS) program. The role involves managing aerostat flight operations on platforms similar in size to the TARS aerostats, supporting flight crew activities such as pre‑launch, launch, ascent, transition, station keeping, and recovery. Secondary responsibilities include recurring equipment maintenance on aerostat and radar systems and support functions related to site operations (security, landscaping, logistics).

Responsibilities

- Flight Crew Member: pre/post flight, launch/recovery, helium topping, snubbing, inflations/deflations, tether inspections, proficiency in all emergency procedures for both moored and airborne flight aerostat operations.
- Perform corrective and preventive maintenance on aerostat pressure control subsystems, power subsystems, mechanical and hydraulic subsystems, aerostat hardware and rigging, tether subsystem, and aerostat envelope under supervision.
- Conduct circuit analyses, calculate wave forms, trace relationships in signal flow, and use complex test instruments such as dual trace oscilloscopes, Qmeters, deviation meters, and pulse generators.
- Perform operation and maintenance of enclosed mooring system and winch vehicles, site power generators, stand motor vehicles, special man‑lift vehicles, and forklifts with supervision.
- Assist with all aerostat system pre‑flight and post‑flight checks and inspections as required.
- Assist with operations and maintenance of compressed‑gas equipment, including helium transfers for inflation and replenishment.
- Perform corrosion control and site facilities maintenance.
- Operate general purpose and special purpose vehicles, including man lift operations to heights of 150 feet.




- Maintain a thorough understanding of digital design related to radar signal generators, MTI, IF receivers, clutter rejection, mixers, multipliers, low noise amplifiers, and digital displays.
- Work in exterior and interior environments, sometimes in inclement weather.
- Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Secondary Duties

- Maintain and understand site documentation such as parts request forms, equipment condition tags, timecards, and flight data and maintenance logs.
- Coordinate resupply and repair logistics activities for the aerostat subsystems.
- Train and certify other personnel in selected aerostat subsystem procedures.
- Support all security, logistics, and site‑specific requirements as directed when not in conflict with primary electrical maintenance responsibilities.

Required Qualifications

- GED or High School Diploma.
- 1–3 years of experience in electrical maintenance.
- Ability to obtain flight operator certification.
- Valid U.S. Driver’s license required.
- Must understand, speak, read, and write English fluently.
- Willingness to work in a 24/7 shift scenario and be assigned to various shifts as required to meet mission requirements.
- Proof of U.S. residency required.

Preferred Qualifications

- Prior aerostat operator experience of any size aerostat.
- Must pass the aerostat basic training course for continued employment.

Accessibility/Accommodation

If because of a medical condition or disability you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [email protected] or call (540) 658‑2720 Opt. 1 and let us know the nature of your request and contact information.

Company EEO Statement

QinetiQ US is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All Qualified Applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

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📌 TARS - Electrical Maintenance Technician I (Lajas)
🏢 QinetiQ US
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