Electronics Technician at FBI

JOB DESCRIPTION

At the FBI, we don’t just hire talent—we build it from the ground up. We are seeking exceptional individuals who are ready to enhance their electronics proficiency and contribute effectively to their teams.

The electronics technician role is crucial. You’ll be responsible for diagnosing and resolving issues, setting up new systems, making improvements, and ensuring the proper functioning of intricate electronic systems. Your expertise extends to a wide range of interconnected subsystems, such as electronic warfare technologies, network systems, locks, alarms, and surveillance equipment deployed in various settings, including offices and vehicles.

When urgent investigations demand immediate assistance, electronics technicians are there to provide their invaluable support to special agents. They excel at troubleshooting, using their problem-solving abilities to conduct maintenance and repairs and operate a variety of test equipment, both standard and specialized. From installation to maintenance and operational testing, you are adept at every phase, always striving to outpace emerging threats by pushing the boundaries of your skills in technology and network optimization.

The FBI is proud to be a multigenerational agency committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from every background, culture, and perspective belong, succeed, and realize their full potential. With the FBI’s specialized training and professional development courses, working at the Bureau will help you become more efficient, improve your skill set, and advance your career.

Forge your path. Apply today.

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.

STEP 2: Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.

STEP 3: Follow the step-by-step process to submit your interest. You will be guided through each step. You must complete all sections of the form AND ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS MUST BE ATTACHED to successfully submit your interest.

1. Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
2. Other supporting documents:

• College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
• Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Please see instructions on the site for attaching documents.

SALARY LEVEL

Pay level for this position:

• GS 7–12: $49,025.00–$113,047.00

Salary shown is the base salary for the grade levels. Salary is also commensurate with professional experience.

DUTIES

• Perform installation, maintenance, and operational testing required to maintain the Bureau's communication and intrusion systems in optimal condition.
• Perform maintenance and service functions required to obtain optimal operational capability of a wide variety of complex equipment incorporated into FM radio, radio teletype, secure telephone, data and teletype, and intrusion systems.
• Use test equipment and advanced techniques to perform installation, maintenance, and repair tasks as well as operational testing of the FM radio system (base stations, repeaters, remote and mobile transmitters/receivers, and personal equipment).
• Conduct preventive maintenance by regularly inspecting and testing equipment for reliability and accuracy to prevent breakdown.
• Perform corrective maintenance to restore a system that is out of operating condition through extensive analytical testing and take positive action to replace or repair deficient or malfunctioning components and units.
• Review pertinent technical manuals, remain current with technology, and be available to attend government-sponsored training classes.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE

GS 07: Applicant must possess at least one year of specialized experience (SE) equivalent to the GS-5 grade level. SE is defined as follows:

• Assist with the physical installation and maintenance of electronic communication systems.
• Conduct routine equipment tests, performing basic corrections and/or replacing defective parts.
• Handle, store, and inventory a variety of electronic equipment and components.

GS 9:

In addition to the above:

• Perform physical installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of electronic communication systems.
• Perform installations and preventive and corrective (or emergency) maintenance and service work on FM radio systems, data networks, or electronic physical security systems.
• Inspect equipment for adherence to standards and tolerances.

GS 10:

In addition to the above:

• Use test equipment and accepted techniques to perform installation, maintenance and repair tasks, and operational testing in at least one of the following areas: FM radio systems, data networks, and/or electronic physical security systems.
• Perform work with AC and DC circuits, including reading schematics, identifying electronic components, installing components, and soldering.

GS 11:

In addition to the above:

• Use test equipment and advanced techniques to perform installation, maintenance and repair tasks, and operational testing in at least two of the following areas: FM radio systems, data networks, and/or electronic physical security systems.
• Work with the application of advanced electronics concepts using various electronics testing equipment including the multimeter, oscilloscope (single and dual trace), spectrum analyzer, watt meter, frequency counter, spectrum analyzer, distortion analyzer, etc.
• Assemble and install electronic devices and equipment using various applicable hand and power tools.
• Provide network configuration services that involve an understanding of various IP network protocols and sub-netting.
• Assist higher-grade technician(s) in carrying out electronic installation, replacement, and maintenance work.

GS 12:

In addition to the above:

• Use test equipment and advanced techniques to perform installation, maintenance and repair tasks, and operational testing in each of the following areas: FM radio systems, data networks, and electronic physical security systems.
• Perform technician work involving AC and DC circuits that involve interpreting schematics and the use/integration of various electronic components.
• Carry out the installation, replacement, and analysis of electronic security systems; making recommendations on design or alteration based on data collected through testing or other analytical methods.
• Provide physical installation and configuration of network devices (routers, switches, and encryption devices) that involve an understanding of IP network protocols, Virtual Private Networks, and sub-netting.
• Conduct a competent inspection, maintenance, and repair program to insure optimum operational capability of all electronic and electro-mechanical systems and equipment including stand-by and emergency equipment and/or systems.

KEY REQUIREMENTS

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must have (or be able to obtain) a valid driver’s license.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION

• Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S.-accredited college or university in one of the following fields: Electronics Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Technology, Networking, Telecommunications, or Computer Science.

Education may be substituted for specialized experience (SE) as follows:

• GS 7: Applicant must have a bachelor’s degree with superior academic achievement or one full year of graduate-level education. Superior academic achievement is the completion of all the requirements of a bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university, which is based on (1) class standing, (2) grade-point average of 3.0 or higher as recorded on an official transcript or as based on courses completed during the final two years of the curriculum, or (3) honor society membership.
• GS 9: Applicant must have a master’s or equivalent graduate degree or two full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree (or LLB or JD, if related).
• GS 10/11: Applicant must have a PhD OR equivalent doctoral degree OR three full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree (or LLM, if related).
• GS 12 and above: Education may not be substituted for SE at this grade level.

All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex (including pregnancy and related conditions, gender identity, and sexual orientation), or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.