ISR Systems Technician

Group Overview

Special Air Missions Group (SAM) is responsible for developing and delivering Metrea’s Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR), Special Mobility, and Aerial Firefighting (AFF) capabilities. SAM oversees the integration of new mission systems, ensuring operational readiness across specialized aviation operations. It manages fleet maintenance, regulatory compliance, and strategic partnerships to enhance mission effectiveness. By consolidating expertise and infrastructure, SAM ensures Metrea’s airborne capabilities remain adaptable and mission-ready across dynamic operational environments.

Position Summary

This position is a technical specialist responsible for the installation, configuration, maintenance, and lifecycle sustainment of airborne ISR mission systems. This role ensures continuous mission system readiness by performing hands-on troubleshooting, field-level repairs, and system validation. Working independently, the technician supports all aspects of mission equipment lifecycle management - including integration, software updates, and configuration control. This position is critical to delivering a reliable, high-performance ISR capability in support of real-world ISR operations.

What You'll Do

Install, configure, and maintain airborne ISR mission systems, including EO/IR sensor systems, tactical radios, mission computers, radar systems, data link systems, video networks, moving map software, and Signals Intelligence (SIGINT) equipment

Perform pre-mission system checks, field-level troubleshooting, and corrective maintenance to ensure mission readiness

Perform Windows and Linux system administration tasks, including scripting, log analysis, patch management, and user account management

Operate and interpret data from test equipment including spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, network analyzers, and RF power meters to isolate faults and validate system performance

Configure and troubleshoot TCP/IP-based mission networks, including static routing, subnetting, VLAN tagging, and secure transport links

Diagnose and resolve faults across RF, power, and IP-based network interfaces using technical schematics, block diagrams, and support documentation

Conduct system software loads, firmware updates, and configuration management in accordance with program baselines and security requirements

Support integration and validation of new hardware or software packages in coordination with engineering and sustainment teams

Provide detailed technical feedback and field reports to support root cause analysis, continuous improvement, and lifecycle sustainment planning

Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to support mission success, while leveraging clear written and verbal communication to articulate technical capabilities, limitations, support requirements, and areas for innovation

What You Bring

Bachelor’s degree or 6+ years of related work experience

Associate’s degree plus 4 years of related work experience

Minimum 3 years of experience supporting airborne ISR mission systems in deployed or field environments

Proficient in radar fundamentals and modes of operation (GMTI, MMTI, SAR, Weather, etc.)

Skilled in using RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, power meters, and network analyzers

Strong understanding of RF signal paths, IP-based system interfaces, and TCP/IP routing concepts.

Familiar with reading technical schematics, wiring diagrams, and implementing configuration changes

In addition to the above, any of the following would be beneficial:

Master’s degree or 12+ years of related work experience

Bachelor’s degree plus 8 years related work experience

DoD 8140 IAT Level 2 (e.g. CompTIA Security+, Cisco Certified Networking Associate (CCNA))

6+ years of experience supporting airborne ISR mission systems in deployed or field environments

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

Must be able to accomplish any and all duties with little or no assistance

Must have good command of the English language; oral and written

Benefits

Private Medical Insurance

Subsided gym membership / plans through Wellhub

Electric Car scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Salary sacrificed pension scheme

Free lunch on office days

Enhanced Parental Leave

30 days annual PTO plus b/h

Bonus Scheme

Personal development opportunities

Work Authorization / Security Clearance

The employee will have the legal right to work in the (relevant country) and will be able to produce right to work documentation.

AAP/EEO Statement

Metrea Management Limited (MAM) (edit as per capability) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or other characteristics protected by law.

Position Type and Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs.

Work Environment

This job operates in a hangar and flightline environment.

Travel

Up to 50% worldwide