Job Description

Overview

+ Provides operations and maintenance (O&M) support as required for the satellite sites. Supports day-to-day operations to include circuit troubleshooting, outage reporting, publications, and record keeping. Coordinates with outside agencies in the engineering and troubleshooting of satellite trunks. Conducts systems engineering provisioning for all communications circuits and directs operations. Coordinates with the local RNOSC for upgrades, modifications, activations, and deactivations of all satellite trunks, circuitry, equipment, software and hardware. Drafts revisions to the station Standard Operating Procedures to comply with RNOSC requirements. Program: OMDAC - SWACA

You must satisfy all host country requirements to legally work in the host country in order to be qualified for this position.

Responsibilities

+ Completes training required for site Satellite communications technicians.

+ Follows work-center operating procedures.

+ Performs security, SATCOM operations, and maintenance (routine and outages).

+ Assists with TMDE calibrations with the TMDE coordinator ensuring there is ample test equipment available to perform day-to-day operations.

+ Completes the facility maintenance according to appropriate rules and regulations.

+ Follows proper key control for facilities and equipment as required.

+ Responsible for all COMSEC duties as custodians and coordinates with the COMSEC custodians as necessary.

+ Monitors site power and supervises PMCS accordingly.

+ Maintains configuration management documentation.

+ Responsible for overall safety and cleanliness of the work site.

+ Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

+ Minimum Qualifications:

+ Education/Certifications: One year related experience may be substituted for one year of education, if degree is required.

+ Education:

+ High school diploma required. Some college preferable.

+ Microwave or SATCOM maintenance courses preferred.

+ Applicants selected will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

+ Applicant must be able to work rotating shift schedules which provide 24 hours per day/7 days per week coverage.

+ Experience:

+ Requires a minimum of seven (7) years' operating experience in Satellite Communications.

+ Working Environment:

+ Working environment will be 90% indoors and 10% outdoors. Individual should be able to lift up to 40 lbs unassisted. The SATCOM facility exposes you to moderate noise levels due to cooling and other equipment. The outside work environment will also be very hot due to conditions within the region. Personnel will also be required to stand for long periods of time.

We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual. This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace. Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability. EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.