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Satellite Communications Technician

DT Professional Services is looking for a Satellite Communications Technician to support the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) in Corona, CA. The ideal candidate will work independently or alongside Ku Band engineers and Information Systems Technicians to provide systems technical support for hardware acquisition, configuration, testing, and implementation of state-of-the-art antenna, RF, digital, and micro-electronic technologies. Additionally, you support systems integration and testing, data processing and data management, and IP based network architecture, design, and performance analysis. This role is for an early career engineering technician with an active DoD Secret Clearance and requires an estimated 50%+ travel per year (travel locations include Navy ships in the US).

Responsibilities:

• Install, operate, maintain and repair strategic satellite communications terminals and antennas.
• Install, configure, operate, align, conduct performance testing, and perform unit and direct support maintenance on satellite communications equipment and associated devices.
• Conduct stressed and unstressed network operations.
• Perform quality control tests on circuits, trunk groups, systems, and ancillary equipment.
• Install, operate, and maintain communication security devices.
• Operate and perform maintenance and services on Ku Satellite communications equipment.
• Provide technical assistance in the operation and maintenance of satellite communication systems.
• Perform complex and multifaceted tasks associated with stressed and unstressed network operations.
• Perform alignment, control functions, and direct support maintenance on assigned communications equipment.
• Ensure backup equipment, spares, and repair parts are available to sustain system operations.
• Compile system and network statistics for reports.
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Active DoD Secret clearance.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Basic computer and electronics skills.
• Minimum 1 year of networking experience.
• CompTIA Security+ or CASP certification, or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Ability to travel 50%+ annually, including travel to U.S. Navy ships.
• Knowledge of or experience with Ku/X/C/Ka-band satellite communications systems.
• Formal training and experience installing, operating, troubleshooting, and repairing RF systems.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, manuals, and schematics.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in varied environments.
• Strong customer service, interpersonal, and communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate technical issues and solutions to customers, DoD sponsors, vendors, and technical teams.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, take direction, and interact effectively across organizational levels.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, adapt quickly to changing requirements, and perform effectively under pressure.
• Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, sit, and lift up to 80 lbs.
• Capability to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of network design, voice, and data communications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Training or experience with Windows Server 2016 and/or Windows 10.
• Experience configuring RF equipment, including satellite modems, spectrum analyzers, BUCs, FSK modems, antenna control units, LNBs, band-pass filters, and GPS antennas.
• Experience configuring networking equipment, including routers, switches, and PCs.
• Academic and/or work experience should include exposure to satellite communication systems, RF and digital hardware design, baseband and digital signal processing, waveform design, signal detection and estimation, and synchronization theory.
• Knowledge of fiber optic, Cat 5, and serial cable termination.
• Knowledge of RADHAZ requirements and calculations.
• Knowledge of HERO/HERP testing and analysis.
• Knowledge of Earth Station support and encryption devices.
• Knowledge of Cisco devices and network analysis tools such as Wireshark.

The compensation for this position: $33.00 hourly.