Antenna Maintenance Supervisor

Amentum; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Amentum is seeking an Antenna Maintenance Supervisor to oversee maintenance, installation, and repair of HF antenna systems on Diego Garcia for a US government contract. You will ensure PM/AIMP execution and compliance with the PWS and QMS, while coordinating with government personnel.

The role requires climbing, working at height, coordination of multi-national teams, and readiness to deploy to a remote BIOT site.

Qualifications

• Engineer or technician with antenna and outside plant experience in varied HF antenna systems.
• Completion of Basic Corrosion course within six months or equivalent training.
• Five years’ antenna maintenance and operations experience.
• Three years’ supervisory experience in austere OCONUS environments with multinational teams.
• Proficient computer skills, especially Microsoft Office.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a US passport and driver's license.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Citizenship required.
• Ability to obtain country-specific visas as required.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and perform antenna maintenance, installation, and repair in compliance with PWS and QMS.
• Inspect and maintain designated HF antenna structures and related systems.
• Coordinate corrosion control, climb towers, and work at full height in accordance with OSHA.
• Lead a multi-national team and ensure timely PM/AIMP execution.
• Maintain safety, security, and access in secured areas with government personnel.

Skills

Antenna maintenance

Supervisory experience

Security clearance (Secret)

US passport

Climbing / working at height

MS Office skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical certification in related field

Tools

MS Office

Job description

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

PURPOSE / SCOPE

The Antenna Maintenance Supervisor (AMS) is responsible for supervision and performance of antenna maintenance, installation and repair, ensuring PM / AIMP execution. AMS will be responsible for accompanying personnel in secured areas with NCTS. Will perform duties to ensure compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Amentum ISO 9001 Quality Management System (QMS).

Additional responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Inspection and maintenance of designated fixed and semi-fixed antenna structures (i.e. communications, bore sight, and Lightning Protection System (LPS).
• Perform minor and surface corrosion during preventive maintenance activities for facilities, equipment, infrastructure (including antenna structures), and system components.
• Perform corrective maintenance and corrosion control on facilities, systems, infrastructure, towers, and equipment consistent with the Program maintenance plans and crane / tower management plans
• Perform corrosion control on antenna structures and towers at AAAF, which will involve climbing and working at full height IAW required OSHA standards
• Conduct heavy metal sampling and sample analysis before facility renovation or demolition and maintain a database of sample results
• Maintain tower structural reliability by inspecting to full height
• Inspect the Lightning Mitigation System (LMS) and certify for operational effectiveness
• Inspect facility grounding at facilities assigned to the Contractor and shall report results as directed by Program leadership and PWS
• Maintain aircraft safety warning lights and associated hardware on all towers
• Maintain antennas, antenna structures and towers that are individually supported by, located on top of, or attached to facilities and structures
• Perform other duties as assigned

The Antenna Maintenance Supervisor will be available within 30 minutes to meet with Government personnel and / or Program leadership as required 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Engineer or technician with antenna and outside plant experience in varied types of High Frequency (HF) antenna systems with emphasis on antenna maintenance, installation, testing and documentation of results.
• It is required that the antenna supervisor will successfully complete before or within six months of assignment, "Basic Corrosion," a five-day course of instruction sponsored by the National Association of Corrosion Engineers (NACE) International Institute or equivalent training or technical expertise in corrosion control methods and procedures.
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Five years’ experience in Antenna Maintenance and Operations as outlined
• Three years’ experience in a supervisory role in an austere OCONUS environment with a multi-national workforce
• Strong computer skills, particularly in Microsoft Office products
• 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
• Work includes facilities, towers, antennas, security control and locks, cranes and hoists, corrosion control, heavy metals in paint, and asbestos removal and disposal services
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• Long hours, exposure to weather and hazardous conditions
• Personnel should be aware of moving on short notice and under adverse conditions
• 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.