SATCOM Electronics Technician

Amentum; García; Presencial; MXN 1.550.000 - 2.153.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Amentum is seeking a SATCOM Electronics Technician for a government contract on Diego Garcia. The role involves setting up and maintaining satellite terminals, configuring equipment, and providing user training in a remote overseas environment.

Applicants must have two years of satellite communications operations experience and solid electronics knowledge, with the ability to obtain a US clearance and passport.

Formación

• Two years of specialized experience in satellite communications facility operations (within last four years).
• Two years specialized experience in electronic theory, diagnostics, and maintenance (within last three years).
• Must be able to obtain/maintain US passport and driver’s license; valid for at least one year.

Responsabilidades

• Set up, configure, operate, and maintain SATCOM terminals and related assemblies.
• Install equipment per manufacturer specs and troubleshoot using schematics and test instruments.
• Provide user training and guidance on operation and configuration of SATCOM equipment.
• Lead testing and tuning to achieve optimum performance; assist in problem resolution with engineering.

Conocimientos

SATCOM operations

Electronic theory

US clearance readiness

Passport/visa readiness

Educación

High school diploma

Descripción del empleo

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a SATCOM Electronics Technician to support a government contract based on the island of Diego Garcia.

PURPOSE / SCOPE

The SATCOM Electronics Technician is responsible for setting-up, packing, configuring, operating, and maintaining satellite terminals (fixed and tactical) along with associated assemblies and providing technical assistance and training to users.

Other duties may include, but not be limited to the following:

• Serves as a hands-on, working shift for configuration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of SATCOM Terminals.
• Installs equipment according to manufacturer's specifications - Interprets maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand tools.
• Converses with customer, co-workers or supervisor on equipment configuration and provides instruction on operation of equipment.
• Consults with unit co-workers to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance.
• May advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements.
• Assist co-workers in servicing and repairing SATCOM related equipment and/or items.
• Assists in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies.
• Consults with engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance.
• Leads testing, tuning, and adjusting equipment to obtain optimum operating performance.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in support of a safe working environment.
• Perform all other position related duties, as assigned, or requested

The SATCOM Electronics Technician will be available for on‑call support as needed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Within the last four years, two years specialized experience directly related to satellite communications facility operations
• With the last three years, two years specialized experience in the theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory and of characteristics, functions, diagnosing, isolating and correcting malfunctions and performing organizational level maintenance on communications and electronic equipment
• Must be familiar with current global, US, Program and PWS requirements
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US passport and driver's license throughout employment in this role
• Passport must be valid for a minimum of one (1) year or more at the time of hiring
• Ability to successfully pass the medical contract requirements and maintain compliance throughout the duration of deployment
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance
• Ability to obtain country‑specific visas as required by the U.S. Department of State Foreign Clearance Guide

WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Able to stand for long periods of time such as eight (8) to ten (10) hours, bend, kneel, and reach to store/retrieve supplies
• Able to lift, carry, and push supplies and boxes up to 50 pounds
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• May work in a typical office 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 offices, industrial warehouses, ports, 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.

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 and 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 his/her 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 job.

This position is pending contract award.