Job Description

The Electronic Communications Technician supports technical surveillance and communications infrastructure for JCITA training environments, ensuring reliable, compliant, and mission-aligned capabilities across classroom and field exercises.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, operate, maintain, and repair communications systems for training and field exercises
• Support radio, cellular, microwave, and surveillance communications across the JCITA fleet
• Manage 450+ cellular devices and associated infrastructure
• Maintain and operate surveillance mapping systems and geo-tagging technologies
• Develop lesson plans and provide instruction on technical equipment usage
• Conduct research and recommend new technologies to enhance training capabilities
• Maintain accountability of Government Furnished Property (GFP) and Controlled Access Property (CAP)
• Ensure all activities comply with applicable federal laws and regulations

Required Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with communications and surveillance systems in operational or training environments
• Strong knowledge of:
  • Radio systems (Motorola P25, repeaters, encryption tools)
  • Cellular, GSM, and satellite communications
  • Surveillance technologies and discreet collection equipment
  • Photography and A/V systems (Nikon, Sony, Panasonic, DVRs)
• Experience with mapping software, geo-tagging, and technical surveillance tools
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and technical documentation tools

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Former military SIGINT, communications, or surveillance specialist
• Experience supporting CI, HUMINT, or law enforcement training environments
• Comfortable operating in both classroom and field settings