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From the employer's careers site First seen 1 Nov 2026 · Still live on 5 Nov 2026

Ground Control Station (GCS) Technician

Leidos Fort Walton Beach, FL On-site senior full-time

Salary

$59,150 - $106,925 per year

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Description

Continue your legacy of service with purpose, precision, and impact at Leidos as a Ground Control Station (GCS) Technician in a unique Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operations Facility.

Your objective is to ensure operational readiness by maintaining, troubleshooting, and repairing RPA Ground Control Stations with precision and reliability.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Installing and configuring critical IT systems, communications tools, and mission-enhancing hardware/software
  • Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to respond to evolving mission demands and adapt systems on the fly
  • Executing maintenance duties according to Air Force Technical Orders (TOs), ensuring clean documentation in IMDS and proper crew debriefs

This is a 24/7/365 rotating shift environment, suitable for those accustomed to high-tempo operations and unwavering commitment.

Basic qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree and 3+ years of experience in aircraft avionics, SATCOM, or ground station maintenance; additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
  • Familiarity with C5ISR concepts, strong problem-solving and diagnostics ability, and a team-first mentality
  • Comfortable reading blueprints, wiring diagrams, and working with electronics
  • Able to lift heavy gear and thrive in hands-on environments
  • TOP SECRET SCI clearance required

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience maintaining Reaper aircraft or GCS systems, especially at the organizational level
  • Proficiency in Linux, multi-user systems, and Security+ certified to meet DoD 8570.01 standards

The pay range for this role is $59,150.00 - $106,925.00.

Skills

Required

  • C5ISR
  • Linux
  • Security+
  • Air Force Technical Orders (TOs)
  • IMDS
  • SATCOM
  • avionics
  • ground station maintenance

Nice to have

  • Reaper aircraft
  • GCS systems

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://leidos.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/External/job/Fort-Walton-Beach-FL/Ground-Control-Station-Technician--GCS-_R-00195553

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