Radio Engineer (Electronics Technician II)

The North Carolina State Highway Patrol's primary mission is to reduce collisions and make the highways of North Carolina as safe as possible. The NCSHP has more than 1,600 troopers who cover nearly 80,000 miles of North Carolina roadways, more than any other state except Texas. In addition to enforcing the state's traffic laws, state troopers also guide traffic during hurricane evacuations, re-route traffic around hazardous chemical spills, and they stand ready should any act of terrorism occur. State Troopers are committed to protecting North Carolina's motoring public.

• Knowledge of electronic principles and the use of computers, mobile data computers, and networking applications.
• Knowledge of the installation, maintenance, and repair of telecommunications equipment, including transceivers, modems, and network controllers.
• Ability to use digital and electronic diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and reference materials.
• Ability to analyze problems, troubleshoot, and repair telecommunications systems and related equipment.

Key Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Maintain/Manage Telecommunications Equipment: Responsible for repair, programming, alignment, and testing of fixed, mobile, and portable transceivers and repeaters across multiple frequency bands.
• Mobile Data Computer: Program and configure mobile data computers (MDC) and integrate with transceivers, modems, GPS systems, and power sources in vehicles.
• Speed Measurement Instruments: Install, maintain, repair, and certify radar and speed timing equipment; perform annual certification testing and testify in court when required.
• Communications Base Station Site Management: Install, program, align, and maintain base station telecommunications equipment, antennas, towers, and emergency power systems, including tower climbing and site construction support.
• Video Surveillance Systems: Install, troubleshoot, and repair mobile video recording systems and associated components.
• Control Station Operator Consoles: Maintain communications center control consoles and digital signal routing systems.
• Mobile Installations: Install and configure communications and emergency equipment in vehicles, including radios, lighting, and data systems.
• Administrative Activities: Maintain certification records, manage inventory, order parts, and coordinate equipment repairs.

• Typical work schedule: Monday-Friday; 8:00am-5:00pm

Some state job postings say you can qualify by an “equivalent combination of education and experience.” If that language appears below, then you may qualify through EITHER years of education OR years of directly related experience, OR a combination of both. See the Education and Experience Equivalency Guide for details.

Associate’s degree in electronics from an appropriately accredited institution

two years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus;

four years of progressive experience in the repair and maintenance of complex electronic systems including some responsibility for the design of electronic apparatus;

High school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) diploma

an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Based on the nature of work performed, may require appropriate licensure by the governing board or commission.

The State of North Carolina is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer and dedicated to providing employees with a work environment free from all forms of unlawful employment discrimination, harassment, or retaliation. The state provides reasonable accommodation to employees and applicants with disabilities; known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions; and for religious beliefs, observances, and practices.