Overview
As an FBI electronics technician, you will design, install, and maintain complex electronic systems and interrelated subsystems.
Electronics technicians require knowledge of data networks, radio frequency theory, and electronic troubleshooting skills. They have knowledge of techniques, theories, and characteristics of electronics, such as basic electronics and electronic theory, algebra, and elementary physics.
Our electronics technicians are skilled in electronic equipment design, development, evaluation, testing, installation, and maintenance. They’re knowledgeable in the capabilities, limitations, operations, design, characteristics, and functional use of a variety of types and models of electronic equipment and systems related to electronic engineering..
Possible Responsibilities
The FBI Electronics Technician Program is divided into the following major disciplines:
Physical Security Systems, including access control systems, alarm systems, and video security systems
Daily tasks may include maintaining the land mobile radio (LMR) systems, data network systems, and electronic security systems within field offices and supporting LMR for all DOJ law enforcement agencies, the DEA, USMS, and ATF. Electronic technicians also handle all interoperability requirements with state and local law enforcement.
- Radio Systems
- Secure Data Networks
- Tactical Programs
Experience
- Qualified applicants should possess basic electronics knowledge through experience or training, preferably with certification, background, or skills in the following: DC circuits AC circuits Solid-state devices Digital circuits Integrated circuits Microprocessors Microcontrollers Programmable logic controllers
Salaries may vary depending on actually position titles and experiences.
More information on benefits and job opportunities can be found at fbijobs.gov.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
Work Location: In person
