Need to have Active Secret Clearance
Must relocate to Buford for training (relocate allowance is included)
The position will perform Support Engineer Subject Matter Export duties in Kuwait on Baseband and SATCOM equipment (SNAP) as well as other communications equipment.
The OCONUS Tactical Satcom Tech requires the individual has exceptionalknowledge of RF Communications Systems and an advanced knowledge of IPNetwork concepts to include routing and switching technologies. Candidate must be capable of training first-level troubleshooting and implementing RFCommunications Systems and basic networks as directed. Candidate must have knowledge of system encryption techniques. Previous work experienceshould include working with military or commercial RF CommunicationsSystems and conducting training in a formal environment. Candidate will need to have experience with Satellite and Line of Sight (LOS) transport methods(FDMA/TDMA/DAMA). Candidate will be required to be the Subject Matter Expert on all pieces of equipment that is being trained and/or supported.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
Provide training and field support on Satellite-Based Military andCommercial VSAT, LOS Radio, Routing & Switching Networking, and Wireless Communication Technologies.
Provide technical writing and training development for both technical and training documentation.
Establish documentation guidelines, procedures, templates, and developing/coordinating final production of deliverables as required by the customer.
Responsible for providing general maintenance, inspection, and repair of VSAT systems; providing timely responses to emergency site repairs and resolution of problems.
Responsible for supporting and training complex engineering activities to include defining system requirements and developing technical solutions to address those requirements, hardware / software selection, input to work breakdown schedules, and documentation, in support of customer requirements.
EQUIPMENT EXPERIENCE:
Operating/maintaining antenna controllers, power amplifiers(HPA/SSPA), up and down converters (LNA/LNB/BUC/BDC), FiberOptic/Coax/Ethernet Cable, FDMA/TDMA modems (satellite modems).
Experience and skill with commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures are required.
Minimum CCNA level knowledge of Routing and Switching protocols ispreferred.
Understanding, configuration and troubleshooting ability of DMVPN Architecture, Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, RIP), Switching fundamentals (VLANS, VTP, Port Security, Spanning Tree), CiscoEncryption Concepts within a DMVPN Architecture, and an understanding of TCP Acceleration over Satellite concepts is a plus.
Potential candidates with prior experience operating SNAP, TampaMicrowave, DTech, Klaus, and T2C2 systems are encouraged to apply.
SKILLS REQUIRED:
Applicants must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level required by each assigned task
Ability to operate TDMA and FDMA satellite modems.
Ability to configure Cryptographic encryption devices.
Ability to troubleshoot a VSAT Satellite terminal down to the lowest replaceable unit (LRU) to include knowledge of RF signal flow.
Knowledge of X, Ka, and Ku satellite bands.
Basic knowledge of TCP/IP accelerators, Routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP,RIP), and Switching fundamentals in conjunction with a SATCOM network.
Experience in procedures for accessing commercial and militarysatellites.
Ability to coordinate and execute operational requirements withminimal oversight.
Ability to meet eligibility requirements to access classified information.
Must possess interpersonal skills required to effectively and tactfully communicate with the customer and other team members.
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants must possess the ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance at the level required by each assigned task
Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
CCNA or relevant networking experience a plus
Other training/certifications applicable: A+, NET+, GVF Certifications aplus
Medical screening in conjunction with the US Army CRC (CONUSReplacement Center) guidelines.
Position is in Kuwait
Schedule is a 50-hour week, 5 days a week. 20% travel.
Must be US citizen
Need to have Active Secret Clearance
Job Types: Full-time, Contract
Pay: $100,800.00 per year
Schedule:
Application Question(s):
- Relocate to Kuwait as AOR
- Are you willing to relocate to Buford GA for training?
Education:
Experience:
- SATCOM: 2 years (Required)
Security clearance:
Work Location: On the road