Deployable Programmer

MANTECH; Alexandria (VA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

MANTECH seeks a motivated Deployable Programmer to join our team in Alexandria, VA, with flexibility to work at Philadelphia, PA or Chandler, AZ. This hybrid role requires 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week, focusing on hands-on radio programming deployments for tactical communications equipment.

You will coordinate field reprogramming efforts for APX radios, maintain compliance with government standards, and provide critical updates as required.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of relevant IT/Network experience or equivalent
• Proven experience as Network & Systems Administrator or IT Systems Engineer
• Hands-on experience with field reprogramming of radios (Motorola)
• Ability to work collaboratively across cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with TACCOM Regional Program Managers to execute field reprogramming for APX8500/APX8000 radios
• Ensure field activities and programming workflows align with government practices and agency standards
• Provide technical support and execution for APX Next programming updates as required
• Follow standardized procedures and maintain documentation for deployment accuracy

Skills

Network administration

Systems administration

Radio programming

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science / Network Engineering

Master's degree in Information Technology / Computer Science

Associate degree in related field

High School diploma

Tools

Motorola radios

APX radio programming

Field reprogramming

Job description

MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Deployable Programmer to join our team in Alexandria, VA, Philadelphia, PA or Chandler, AZ. This is a hybrid position with 3 days onsite and 2 days remote per week. In this role, you will perform hands-on radio programming deployments and support the coordination of critical software updates for tactical communications equipment. Your focus will be on executing technical procedures and maintaining consistent operational compliance across all field locations.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Support Field Operations: Coordinate with TACCOM Regional Program Managers to execute comprehensive field reprogramming efforts for APX8500 and APX8000 radios
• Maintain Operational Standards: Diligently align all field activities and programming workflows with established government practices and agency standards
• Support Advanced Systems: Provide critical technical support and execution for cutting-edge APX Next programming updates as required.
• Follow Standardized Procedures: Utilize technical processes, standard operating procedures, and documentation to maintain team efficiency and deployment accuracy

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Network/Telecommunications Engineering or a related discipline AND 4+ years of experience, OR Master's and 2+ years of experience, OR Associate and 6+ years of experience, OR High School diploma/GED and 8+ years of experience
• Professional Experience: Proven track record working as a Network & Systems Administrator or an IT Systems Engineer
• Hardware Expertise: Demonstrated hands-on experience establishing field reprogramming initiatives and providing critical software updates specifically for Motorola radios
• Teamwork: Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams to ensure successful project delivery and operational excellence

Preferred Qualifications

• Documentation Skills: Advanced experience drafting precise technical processes and clear operational procedures
• Framework Familiarity: Prior experience executing workflows within federal operational practices and compliance guidelines

Security Clearance Requirements

• U.S. citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain agency suitability prior to starting this position
• Position may require the ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance

Physical Requirements

• The person in this position must be able to remain in a stationary position 50% of the time
• Occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, or to communicate with co-workers, management, and customers via email, phone, and/or virtual communication, which may involve delivering presentations