Crown is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Communications Electronics Installation Technician to support our floating electronics installation crew. This position requires 100% travel across the United States, often aligned with FAA regional boundaries. This 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. The 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. Key Responsibilities. Communications System Installation & Integration - Install, configure, align, test, and troubleshoot VHF and UHF radios and associated communication systems - Setup and support Radio Control Equipment (RCE) - Connect and integrate Telco requirements including Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, and Fiber Optics - Install new radio racks, radios, and other Government Furnished Equipment (GFE) - Remove and properly dispose of legacy communications equipment - Perform baseline electronic readings and generate required documentation including FRDF in accordance with FAA Technical Handbooks - Perform electronics testing procedures and coordinate frequency outages Infrastructure & Physical Buildout - Mount and install antennas - Run and terminate coaxial cables and other communication cabling - Install and test grounding systems and implement surge protection measures - Perform basic electrical wiring and connections - Install and assemble equipment racks, cable trays, and electrical conduit - Ensure proper infrastructure to support the communication system Engineering, Compliance & FAA Interface - Read, interpret, and implement engineering diagrams, blueprints, and electrical wiring diagrams - Follow provided engineering packages and participate in required field modifications - Participate in pre-installation meetings - Interface with FAA Air Traffic and Technical Operations during installations - Work confidently in geographically isolated environments and create solutions to unique on-site challenges - Provide guidance and support to other installation and construction crew members - Communicate effectively with team members, management, and stakeholders - Understand the practical implications of electrical and electronic circuitry Required Technical Experience - Demonstrated experience installing and maintaining VHF and UHF ground-to-air communication equipment - Familiarity with FAA National Airspace (NAS) communications systems, cabling, and equipment - Ability to read and interpret schematics, blueprints, and wiring diagrams - Working knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel) Preferred Technical Skills & System Exposure. Experience with the following is strongly preferred but not required: - Spectrum Analyzer - Time-Domain Reflectometer - Signal Generator - Oscilloscope - Microwave systems - Voice Switch systems - Air Traffic Control systems - Commercial Driver’s License and trailer experience - Experience operating heavy equipment Minimum Required Qualifications - Must be a U.S. Citizen - Must possess a valid driver’s license - Must be able to independently cover travel-related expenses in advance, which are reimbursed within approximately two weeks through a voucher system - Must 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. - Associate’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 - Ability to generate required FAA documentation including FRDF - Setup capability for Radio Control Equipment (RCE) - Understanding of Telco requirements including Commercial Telco, RCL, Field Cable, and Fiber Optics