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This position requires 100% travel across the United States, often aligned with FAA regional boundaries.\nThis role extends beyond traditional electronics work. The selected candidate must be capable of installing and integrating a complete communications facility, including infrastructure, grounding, cabling, radios, and supporting systems. While not initially designated as a formal lead role, this position offers significant opportunity for growth and increasing leadership responsibility based on performance.\nThe technician may serve as a key on-site resource, interfacing directly with FAA Air Traffic and Technical Operations personnel while supporting installation and construction crews in the field.\nKey Responsibilities\nCommunications System Installation & Integration\nInstall, configure, align, test, and troubleshoot VHF and UHF radios and associated communication systems\nSetup and support Radio Control Equipment (RCE)\nConnect and integrate Telco requirements including Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, and Fiber Optics\nInstall new radio racks, radios, and other Government Furnished Equipment (GFE)\nRemove and properly dispose of legacy communications equipment\nPerform baseline electronic readings and generate required documentation including FRDF in accordance with FAA Technical Handbooks\nPerform electronics testing procedures and coordinate frequency outages\nInfrastructure & Physical Buildout\nMount and install antennas\nRun and terminate coaxial cables and other communication cabling\nInstall and test grounding systems and implement surge protection measures\nPerform basic electrical wiring and connections\nInstall and assemble equipment racks, cable trays, and electrical conduit\nEnsure proper infrastructure to support the communication system\nEngineering, Compliance & FAA Interface\nRead, interpret, and implement engineering diagrams, blueprints, and electrical wiring diagrams\nFollow provided engineering packages and participate in required field modifications\nParticipate in pre-installation meetings\nInterface with FAA Air Traffic and Technical Operations during installations\nWork confidently in geographically isolated environments and create solutions to unique on-site challenges\nProvide guidance and support to other installation and construction crew members\nCommunicate effectively with team members, management, and stakeholders\nUnderstand the practical implications of electrical and electronic circuitry\nRequired Technical Experience\nDemonstrated experience installing and maintaining VHF and UHF ground-to-air communication equipment\nFamiliarity with FAA National Airspace (NAS) communications systems, cabling, and equipment\nAbility to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams\nWorking knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)\nPreferred Technical Skills & System Exposure\nExperience with the following is strongly preferred but not required:\nSpectrum Analyzer\nTime-Domain Reflectometer\nSignal Generator\nOscilloscope\nMicrowave systems\nVoice Switch systems\nAir Traffic Control systems\nCommercial Driver’s License and trailer experience\nExperience operating heavy equipment\nMinimum Required Qualifications\nMust be a U.S. Citizen\nMust possess a valid driver’s license\nMust be able to independently cover travel-related expenses in advance, which are reimbursed within approximately two weeks through a voucher system\nMust be able to obtain a federal security clearance. Clearance eligibility includes no legal offenses within the past five years, no ongoing legal issues, and honorable discharge if previously having served in the military.\nAssociate’s Degree or completion of a two-year technical training or certification program in a relevant field, plus a minimum of two years of relevant experience\nAbility to generate required FAA documentation including FRDF\nSetup capability for Radio Control Equipment (RCE)\nUnderstanding of Telco requirements including Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, and Fiber Optics\nPhysical & Work Environment Requirements\nAbility to stand, sit, crouch, and work in one position for extended periods\nAbility to lift up to 75 lbs and move up to 350 lbs with hand truck or pallet jack\nAbility to climb and work at heights exceeding 60 feet\nAbility to occasionally perform work under severe time restraints\nMust be in good physical condition and able to pass a physical fitness assessment if required\nSchedule & Travel\nTypical schedule is Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM.\nMust be able to work non-standard hours depending on site requirements.\nThis is a 100% travel position.\nCompensation\nHourly Rate Range: $20.00 to $49.00 per hour (W2)\nCompensation is determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and internal equity considerations.\nCrown complies with all applicable state and local pay transparency laws. The listed compensation range represents the good faith salary range for this position at the time of posting. Actual compensation will be based on experience, qualifications, geographic considerations, and business needs.\nBenefits\n401K with company match\nComprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans\nGenerous PTO\nAbout Us\nCrown Innovations is a recognized leader in research, development, and engineering, with deep expertise in air traffic management, survey administration, lifecycle data management for informed decision-making, infrastructure sustainment and modernization, emerging technologies, and National Airspace System (NAS) integration.\nFor over 30 years, we have supported a diverse portfolio of clients-including the FAA, NASA, the Energy Information Administration (EIA), state and local governments, and commercial organizations such as the Ohio and North Carolina Departments of Transportation.\nAs a prime contractor on several high-impact federal programs, Crown offers comprehensive capabilities in engineering, strategic planning, data analytics, software development, modeling and simulation, and regulatory compliance.\nWe are at the forefront of enabling the safe and efficient integration of uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) and advanced air mobility (AAM) into the NAS, while also supporting infrastructure modernization efforts through robust lifecycle data management solutions. 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