Communications Specialist

MANTECH; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a Communications Specialist to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia, performing on-site installation, configuration, and maintenance of HF/VHF/UHF and SATCOM systems, with hands-on testing and troubleshooting of RF equipment.

You will work with engineers on challenging technical problems, perform field validations, and travel up to 50% CONUS/OCONUS as required. US citizenship and a Secret clearance are prerequisites.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of communications experience.
• Experience with HF/VHF/UHF installation and troubleshooting.
• Experience with RF connectors.
• Hands-on knowledge of test equipment including Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Optical analyzers, power meters, bench power supplies, multimeters, etc.
• Must possess a current Sec+ Certification.

Responsibilities

• Support team members and perform required communication equipment integration or installation of communication systems equipment, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and use of test equipment as required.
• Install, configure, integrate, troubleshoot, and manage HF, UHF, SATCOM, radio communications suites and associated network and cryptographic equipment deployed.
• Demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.
• Performance of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting or assessment of electronic equipment.
• Working alongside engineers to design, build and test solutions to a variety of technical problems.
• Analyzing operations and offering suggestions for improvement.
• Perform field validations of various watercraft and equipment.
• Perform work between customer sites, shore sites, and/or on ships.
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS as needed up to 50%.

Skills

Communications experience

HF/VHF/UHF installation

RF connectors

Test equipment knowledge

Security+ Certification

Education

Associate's degree in related field

NAVSEA Fiber Optic Termination certification

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Network Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Optical analyzers

Power meters

Bench power supplies

Multimeters

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Communications Specialist to join our team in Norfolk, Virginia. This is an onsite position.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Support team members and perform required communication equipment integration or installation of communication systems equipment, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and use of test equipment as required
• Install, configure, integrate, troubleshoot, and manage HF, UHF, SATCOM, radio communications suites and associated network and cryptographic equipment deployed
• Demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a cohesive team
• Performance of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting or assessment of electronic equipment
• Working alongside engineers to design, build and test solutions to a variety of technical problems
• Analyzing operations and offering suggestions for improvement
• Perform field validations of various watercraft and equipment
• Perform work between customer sites, shore sites, and/or on ships
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS as needed up to 50%

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years of Communications experience
• Experience with HF/VHF/UHF installation/troubleshooting
• Experience with RF Connectors
• Hands-on knowledge of test equipment including but not limited to Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Optical analyzers, power meters, bench power supplies, multimeters, etc.
• Must possess a current Sec+ Certification

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with ANY of the following radio systems: (KOR 24A, PRC 117 series, Vortex, ARC-231 a plus), SATCOM equipment, radio networks (HPW, Link-11, Link -16, BFT/FBCB2), cryptographic equipment, keying data transfer devices (DTD’s), RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers), basic electronic principles, a firm knowledge of networking equipment, IP networking and sub-netting
• Experience with JIRA/Confluence
• Associate's degree in related field
• NAVSEA Certified in Fiber Optic Termination

Clearance Requirements

• US citizenship required and an active Secret clearance
• Must be eligible to obtain a CAC card

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move equipment weighing up to 50 Lbs
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position up to 50%
• Be able to ascend and descend ladders as required for installations
• Must be able to position oneself to install communications systems, server racks, or potentially running transmission lines as required.