Communications Technician

Sagamore

Job Description Job Description . InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

Note: The duties specified in this position description are not intended to be all-inclusive. Other reasonable and job-related duties may be assigned at the supervisor’s and/or manager’s discretion. Please use a bullet-point format in all areas.

Job Summary: If you thrive on challenge, travel, and making a difference, then we want YOU to join our team!

The Communications Technician must have the demonstrated ability to operate and maintain satellite earth station systems. These systems include SATCOM terminals, Tech Control Facility (TCF) equipment, Cryptographic equipment, Security Systems, Telephone Systems and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment. Specific experience operating and maintaining Digital Communications Sub- Systems (DCSS), Defense Satellite Communications System (DSCS), AN/GSC-52B (V5), Family of Advanced Beyond Line-of-Sight Terminals (FAB-T) and Defense Information Systems Network (DISN).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Installs, troubleshoots, and repairs fiber optic cable as required, including the LAN Fiber Optic Cable. Maintain LAN backbone equipment to include Hubs, Bridges, Routers, and Remote Access Servers.

Maintains all LAN cable runs, including copper, and documents all runs. Demonstrates knowledge of electronic fundamentals, to include analog, digital, RF theory and basic soldering and cable fabrication.

Uses standard electronic test equipment including multi meters, power meters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, sweep generators, frequency counters, oscilloscopes, Bite Error Rate Test Set and Protocol Analyzers.

Maintains site telephone system, Defense Red Switch Network (DRSN) instruments, Intrusion Detection Alarm Systems (IDAS) system, performs secure system maintenance and performs Communications Operator functions as needed.

Performs user maintenance and calibration of TMDE. Submits required reports in accordance with DISA circulars. Submits required Quality Deficiency Reports and Technical Data Change Requests in accordance with applicable Air Force directives.

Performs preventive and corrective maintenance on satellite communications equipment including high voltages, LNAs, waveguide, cabling, and antennas.

Programs and installs LMR base stations, repeaters, mobile radios, and key loaders. Installs antennas, multi-couplers, duplexers, and combiners.

Maintains work center technical data library.

Uses Air Force Standard Base Supply System (including GPC card purchases and CLIN Purchases) to order parts and materials, assigns proper supply priorities, and maintains supply point and bench stock.

Enters MDC data into IMDS. Practices proper physical, operational and communications security to include proper use and control of COMSEC material.

Performs other duties not limited to general housekeeping, safety and environmental practices, requisitions parts, monitors bench stock and supply point, maintains data/logs/files, complies with security policies and PWS directive publications, completes ancillary training and participates in exercises.

Review, verify, and validate required DoD RMF documentation and artifacts in accordance with DoD Instruction 8510.01, RMF for DoD Information Systems and applicable federal or military RMF Process Guides (RPG)

Performs operations of equivalent level involving the same type of work requiring the same skills, effort, and responsibilities under the same working conditions as mission requirements change. Monitors, operates E-mail and other messaging systems. Forwards, prints, or otherwise distributes messages.

Able to work various shifts.

Performs other duties as required.

Educational/Training Requirements:

High school graduate or equivalent.

DoD 8570 IAT Level II (Security +) certification required

Required Skills/Experience:

Two (2) years experience operating/maintaining terminals, systems and equipment as described above. Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance.

Work Environment:

Work assignments can be both indoors and outdoors under various environmental conditions.

Required to lift, pull, or carry items of weight and size commensurate with job requirements.

Physical Demands:

Required to lift, pull, or carry items of weight and size commensurate with job requirements. Some travel required. Additional duties may be assigned to support contract/mission support requirements in job related areas such as environmental, safety, security, and general housekeeping. May be required to handle hazardous material and/or collect hazardous waste. Some bending, stooping, walking, and lifting may be required.

Other Skills and Abilities: (i.e., communication and mathematical skills, reasoning ability, etc.)

Schedule: Full-time

Travel: Yes, ****InDyne is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Any person with a disability needing special accommodations to the application process please call our Human Resources department.