IT & Communication Technician

IT & Communication Technician

Qualitest is looking for an experienced IT and communication technician (m/f/d) for a long-term project with one of our clients

Here’s how you can contribute:

Installing, configuring, and testing software according to specifications

Troubleshooting network communication (hardware, IP layers, services/software) in tactical platforms and lab environments

Replacing damaged hardware

Updating systems (software or firmware upgrade...) and testing

Conducting tests and evaluations of new software and hardware

Supporting users and being the first point of contact for error reporting

Testing and maintaining the system within the client's platform.

This is a long-term project with many platforms, and it is a great opportunity to learn and grow.

Technical support in various environments: labs, tactical platforms (also on-site) and factories.

Work location: On-site, in Bern (office), but mainly in Uetendorf (lab)

Working language: Swiss German/German and English

Driver's license: A must

What sets you apart:

You have completed your studies in electrical engineering or a comparable qualification

Associate degree or a post-secondary certificate in IT and network communication

2-3 years of experience as a technician (technician, not engineer)

Experience with measuring devices, e.g., VSWR meter, RF analyzer, and voltmeter

Experience in radio and telecommunications

Ideally, experience with the operation and troubleshooting of tactical radio and intercom systems

Understanding of device hardware

Experience with routers and switch networks: OSPF, IGMP, multicast, TCP/IP

Experience working with Linux operating systems: Centos, ALMA, Ubuntu

Experience in operating OVS and networks on 2nd and 3rd layer

Excellent organizational skills and time management

Hands-on mentality with a willingness to learn and apply it in practice

Language: ideally Swiss German or German and English

A driver's license and a car are required

Work location: Bern (office), but predominantly in Thun and Kreuzlingen

Desirable:

Accreditation as A+, Linux+ or Cisco Certified Network Associate

Certification as an IT technician (e.g., CompTIA A+, Microsoft Certified IT Professional...)

Basic understanding of Docker, containerization, and microservices (as an administrator, not as a developer)

We offer:

Access to state-of-the-art software and IP-based radio technologies used in the military sector, along with the associated training

Receive on-the-job training from your supervisors or other experienced technicians. This training helps technicians learn the specific procedures and processes of the organization

As we also support internships, technicians gain practical experience in a radio center

Sounds exciting? We think so too – and look forward to receiving your compelling application documents including salary expectations and your earliest possible start date. We are eager to meet you!