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The Tactical Solutions Strategic Business Unit delivers mission system solutions, from specialized antennas to electro-optical technologies, to the warfighter. Our systems enhance the performance of various military platforms, from aircraft and land vehicles to ships and satellites, and give warfighters the advantage they need to take action, identify targets and defend against evolving threats.

Technician III - Radio Frequency Research & Development

This position will have RF research and development (R&D) support as its area of specialization. RF R&D includes primarily RF components (amplifier and switch testing, electronic circuit troubleshooting and repair), but may expand into other areas including antennas and antenna-related components that are in RF/microwave instruments.

What You’ll Do:

• Work under the general direction of one or more design and manufacturing engineers with considerable autonomy in getting the job done.
• Build and test the RF components in question.
• Perform standard duties and tasks and resolve routine questions and problems independently.
• Work under general direction on a day-to-day basis and have work reviewed upon completion.
• Develop thorough technical solutions to a wide range of problems and may direct less-experienced employees.
• Maintain a regular and predictable work schedule.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships within the department, the Strategic Business Units, Strategic Support Units and the Company. Interact appropriately with others in order to maintain a positive and productive work environment.
• Perform other duties as necessary.

What You'll Need:

• High School diploma or equivalent plus 6 years or more related experience or a related 2-year technical degree and 4 years or more related experience.
• Each higher-level related degree, i.e., Bachelor’s or Master’s, may substitute for two years of related experience. Degree must be from a university, college, or school which is accredited by an agency recognized by the US Secretary of Education, US Department of Education.
• Ability to develop a wide range of R&D-support capabilities in order to be involved in either multiple programs or multiple aspects of the same program preferred.
• General knowledge of hand tools and Electrical/RF test equipment (spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope, DVM, etc.).
• Machining capabilities, AutoCAD, and a working knowledge of a network analyzer preferred.
• General appreciation of RF theory and knowledge of S-parameters.
• Mechanical, as well as RF capabilities to build and test the RF components in question.
• Prior training in soldering, bonding and sealing, machining, network analyzer operation, and antenna troubleshooting.
• Ability to relate and communicate well with others both verbally and in written form.

Working Conditions:

• Work is performed in an office, clean room, laboratory, manufacturing floor or machine shop environment.
• Travel and local commute between Ball campuses and other possible non-Ball locations may be required. 

A current DoD clearance and/or SCI access with Polygraph is not required to be eligible for this position, however applicant must be willing and eligible for submission within 60-90 days after an offer is accepted and must be able to maintain the applicable clearance/access. By applying to this position, you are agreeing to complete a National Security Clearance Pre-Screen Questionnaire to evaluate your general ability to obtain the required security clearance or government customer access associated with this position.

Relocation for this position is available.

Compensation & Benefits:

• HIRING SALARY RANGE: $23.56 - $31.73 per hour (Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.)
• This position includes a competitive benefits package. For details, copy and paste https://bit.ly/3pNSnxv into your browser or visit our careers site.

US CITIZENSHIP IS REQUIRED

Ball Aerospace is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.