Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist

Amentum; Garcia; Presencial; EUR 60.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum is seeking a Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist to support a US Navy program on Diego Garcia. You will install, maintain, inspect, troubleshoot, and repair antenna systems and related RF equipment to ensure readiness, safety, and reliability.

Qualifications include a high school diploma and at least three years of antenna maintenance experience, plus the ability to travel internationally and obtain visas and credentials. This role requires physical fitness and strict safety adherence.

Formación

• Must have practical knowledge of maintaining antenna systems and related equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including climbing and working at heights.
• Must be able to travel internationally and obtain visas as required.
• Familiarity with RF safety procedures and regulatory requirements.

Responsabilidades

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installation of antenna systems and associated hardware.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on HF, VHF, and other antenna systems.
• Work at elevated heights on antenna structures following safety regulations.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain antenna systems using specialized tools.
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged RF components, cables, reflectors, waveguides, and related equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and minimize radio frequency exposure hazards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and documentation of repairs.
• Ensure compliance with Radiation Hazard Safety requirements and complete related training.
• Evaluate materials, equipment, and tools needed for maintenance projects and procurement as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

Antenna maintenance understanding

Physical stamina

International travel

Safety procedures

Educación

High school diploma

Herramientas

Antenna maintenance tools

Descripción del empleo

Amentum is a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, trusted by the United States and its allies to address their most significant and complex challenges in science, security and sustainability. Our people apply undaunted curiosity, relentless ambition and boundless imagination to challenge convention and drive progress. Our commitments are underpinned by the belief that safety, collaboration and well-being are integral to success.

Amentum is seeking a Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist to support a unique US Navy program on the island of Diego Garcia. The Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist will be responsible for the installation, maintenance, inspection, troubleshooting, and repair of antenna systems and associated equipment, supporting government and military operations. The position ensures the readiness, safety, and reliability of radio frequency communication systems while adhering to established technical standards and safety protocols.

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance, inspections, repairs, and installation of antenna systems and associated hardware.
• Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on high frequency, very high frequency, and other antenna systems.
• Work at elevated heights on antenna structures while following all applicable safety regulations and fall protection requirements.
• Assemble, install, repair, and maintain antenna systems using specialized tools.
• Troubleshoot and repair damaged or malfunctioning antenna components, including cables, reflectors, waveguides, and related RF equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and implement best practices to minimize radio frequency exposure hazards.
• Maintain accurate maintenance records, work orders, inspection reports, and documentation of completed repairs.
• Ensure compliance with Radiation Hazard Safetly requirements outlined in the Antenna Maintenance High Frequency Manual.
• Participate in required Radiation Hazard safety training prior to performing antenna maintenance activities.
• Evaluate materials, equipment, and tools required for maintenance projects and recommend procurement as needed.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned that are consistent with the nature and level of the position.

Required Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in maintaining antenna systems and related equipment.
• Demonstrated experience using tools associated with antenna maintenance.
• Working knowledge of antenna systems, outside plant equipment, communications, and industry safety procedures.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including climbing and working at heights.
• Must be in possession of a valid passport and be able to travel internationally.
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas per the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide.
• Ability to successfully pass contract medical requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain facility credentials/authorization.
• Must read, speak, and comprehend English to the extent that they can perform the contract requirements and comply with installation emergency procedures.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in an austereOCONUS (Outside the Continental United States)environment with a multi-national workforce
• A valid driver’s license to legally operate a motor vehicle. Valid country driver’s license. and passport.
• Familiarity with the Antenna Maintenance High Frequency Manual.
• Completion of Radio Frequency Radiation Hazards safely training.

Other Responsibilities:

Safety:Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements, fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks, and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality:Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand their Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance:Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to the job.

Working Environment

This position is located on Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT), a remote overseas location supporting U.S. Government operations. Employees may work in office, industrial, warehouse, port, and airfield, and outdoor environments and may be exposed to high temperatures, humidity, inclement weather, noise, dust, and uneven terrain. Work schedules may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and extended hours based on operational requirements.

Physical Requirements

Requirements may include prolonged sitting, standing, walking, climbing stairs, and working in both indoor and outdoor environments. Must be able to meet all medical, security, and deployment requirements associated with assignment to a remote overseas location.