Communications Center Operator - Mobile Sensors Vessel-Remote

Vertex Aerospace LLC; Orlando (FL); Remote; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Communications Center Operator for a full-time position on a forward-deployed vessel. This role involves managing Navy message systems and ensuring complex radar and communication systems are fully operational. Candidates must possess an active Top Secret Security Clearance and meet maritime medical requirements. Join a dynamic team that operates 24/7 to support critical mission operations, offering an exciting opportunity to work on the cutting edge of maritime technology.

Qualifications

• Ability to manage Navy message systems and extended shifts onboard.
• Must meet maritime medical and CENTCOM AOR requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manage standard Navy message systems in the Message Processing Center.
• Operate and maintain ship-based radar and communication systems.

Skills

Operation of ship-associated communications-electronic equipment

Active Top Secret Security Clearance

Current U.S. Passport

Education

High School Degree

US Navy's A-Schools for Operations Specialists

Defense Security CertMaster CE Security+ Certification

Job description

Description

This position is contingent upon award.

The Mobile Sensors program performs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) on ship-based mobile radar/communication systems that are complex, multi-mission systems with elaborate command, control, computer, and communications interfaces and support sub-systems. These systems, and the program's assigned employees, primarily operate in the Pacific Command's (PACOM) area of responsibility (AOR). Our program team members are required to operate and keep these radar and communication systems fully mission capable (FMC) 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, capable of supporting mission operations on short notice.

In performance of this mission, Mobile Sensors is seeking a Communications Center Operator(s) to be assigned within the Message Processing Center (MPC) and/or Mission Communications Center (MCC). The duties include managing standard Navy message systems and additional tasks as required. The position requires personnel to live and work extended shifts onboard a ship operating in/out of overseas ports. Candidates must meet maritime medical physical and CENTCOM AOR medical requirements.

This position, although V2X, is represented by the International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IBEW), Local 2088, with pay and benefits per the Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Required Skills:

• Ability to operate ship-associated communications-electronic equipment, including embedded communications systems, data communications, data processors, desktop computers, and ancillary equipment, COMSEC equipment (data and voice encryption devices), multiplexers, and modems.
• Active Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Current U.S. Passport with 3 blank pages.

Other Requirements:

This is a full-time, at-sea position on a forward-deployed vessel. Candidates must not be hindered by motion sickness and must pass and maintain Maritime Medical Exam IAW CENTCOM Mod 15 requirements.

Desired Skills:

• Knowledge of working with US Air Force COMSEC accounts.

Desired Education:

• US Navy's A-Schools for Operations Specialists or equivalent civilian training.
• Defense Security CertMaster CE Security+ Certification.

Education Requirements:

• High School Degree.

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