Electronics Technician Maintenance II CBSP (SATCOM) with Security Clearance

Centurum; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Centurum is seeking an Electronics Technician Maintenance II in San Diego to apply technical knowledge to solve routine SATCOM-related problems. The role involves interpreting manuals, planning work sequences, and testing with various instruments under supervision.

You will work with shipboard hardware installation, cabling, and network configurations, including Cisco devices and the KG-175 TACLANE, while ensuring safety and compliance with STIGs and security guidelines.

Qualifications

• Must have completed formal system-specific training on CBSP variants (ULV/FLV).
• Must understand electrical safety, RAW AC/DC power handling, and HERP/RF protection.
• Must read/execute steps in SOVT documents with safety measures.
• Must read shipboard installation drawings (IRD/SID/SHIPALT/LAR).
• Experience with shipboard hardware installation, cable management, and inspections.
• Hands-on configuring Cisco routers/switches.
• Experience configuring KG-175 TACLANE cryptographic equipment.
• Solid understanding of TCP/IP, routing, ACLs, VPNs.
• Familiarity with STIGs and vulnerability scans.

Responsibilities

• Apply basic to advanced knowledge to solve routine problems using manuals.
• Read and interpret system verification test documents and ensure safety measures.
• Configure and verify settings on Cisco routers and switches.
• Inspect shipboard installations for cable management and secure mounting.
• Prepare detailed technical documentation and final status reports.

Skills

CBSP system training

Electrical safety & HERP/RF

SOVT documents interpretation

Shipboard drawings (IRD/SID/SHIPALT/L

Shipboard hardware installation

Cable management

Cisco routers & switches config

KG-175 TACLANE configuration

Networking: TCP/IP, routing, ACLs, VPN

STIGs & vulnerability scans

SATCOM architecture knowledge

Technical documentation & reporting

Digital Multimeter usage

Spectrum Analyzer usage

BERT usage

LAN Cable Tester usage

PuTTY & Tera Term

Education

HS Diploma

Tools

Digital Multimeter

Spectrum Analyzer

BERT

LAN Cable Tester

PuTTY

Tera Term

Router management GUI

KG-175 TACLANE

Job description

Duties And Responsibilities

The Electronics Technician Maintenance (ETM) II applies basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents. Work requires familiarity with the interrelationships of circuits and judgment in planning work sequence, in selecting tools, testing instruments, and is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices. This technician works under immediate supervision and achieves technical guidance, as required, from a supervisor or higher-level technician. REQUIRED SKILLS/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

Duties And Responsibilities

The Electronics Technician Maintenance (ETM) II applies basic and some advanced technical knowledge to solve routine problems by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents. Work requires familiarity with the interrelationships of circuits and judgment in planning work sequence, in selecting tools, testing instruments, and is reviewed for compliance with accepted practices. This technician works under immediate supervision and achieves technical guidance, as required, from a supervisor or higher-level technician. REQUIRED SKILLS/YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

The ETM II will demonstrate the following core technical capabilities and system-specific experience:

• Mandatory System Training in Commercial Broadband Satellite Program (CBSP): * Must have completed formal system-specific training on either of the following variants: Unit Level Variant (ULV) AN/USC-69(v)3/A(v)3/B(v)3/C(v)3 Force Level Variant (FLV) AN/USC-69(v)2/A(v)2
• Must have complete understanding of electrical safety, raw AC/DC power handling, and Hazards of Electromagnetic Radiation to Personnel (HERP/RF radiated power) protection.
• Must have the ability to read, interpret, and execute steps in System Operational Verification Test (SOVT) documents, including all safety and security measures.
• Must have proficiency in reading and interpreting shipboard installation drawings, including Installation Requirements Drawings (IRD), Ship Installation Drawings (SID), Ship Alterations (SHIPALT), and Liaison Action Requests (LAR).
• Must have demonstrated experience with shipboard hardware installation, high-standard cable management, and conducting thorough physical inspections (checking for cable damage, correct labeling, and secure equipment mounting).
• Must have hands-on proficiency in configuring and verifying settings on Cisco routers and network switches.
• Must have experience configuring and managing cryptographic equipment, specifically the KG-175 TACLANE.
• Must have a solid understanding of networking protocols, including TCP/IP, basic routing, Access Control Lists (ACLs), and Virtual Private Networks (VPNs).
• Must have familiarity with core cybersecurity principles, the purpose and application of Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs), and standard vulnerability scans.
• Must have understanding SATCOM architecture (ship/shore), SATCOM modem settings
• Must have the ability to deliver detailed technical documentation and final system status reports upon project completion to ensure smooth cross‑functional handoffs.
• The ETM II must be competent in operating the following specialized tools to troubleshoot SATCOM links and electronic components:
• Digital Multimeter: Perform basic AC (single-phase and 3-phase) and DC power verifications, alongside DC‑bias troubleshooting of sub‑level electronic components.
• Spectrum Analyzer: Setup and display the Signal Of Interest (SOI), interpret reference levels, bandwidth, Carrier‑to‑Noise (□(C/N)) ratios, distinguish between dBm and dB readings, and perform/analyze Insertion Loss (□(S_□21 )) and Voltage Standing Wave Ratio (VSWR) measurements.
• Bit Error Rate Tester (BERT): Clear understanding of the differences between Serial and Ethernet BERT, with the ability to configure and utilize Serial and/or Ethernet BERT to troubleshoot active SATCOM links.
• LAN Cable Tester: Capability to test Ethernet cables for proper pinout, continuity, and wiring verification.
• Software Tools: Proficient with terminal emulators (e.g., PuTTY, Tera Term) and GUI‑based management interfaces to configure and diagnose routers, modems, and Ethernet switches.

Education: HS Diploma

Travel Required: 25%

Work Location: San Diego, CA

This position is required to have and maintain a Secret US DoD security clearance.

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Desired System Experience - STtNG Experience: Direct, hands‑on experience or familiarity with the Satellite Terminal (Transportable) non‑geostationary (STtNG) Increment 1 is highly desired.
• Fleet Support and Testing: Demonstrated experience performing shipboard testing, specifically including the execution of System Operational Verification Tests (SOVT).
• Navy Modernization: Proven experience supporting Navy modernization initiatives, installation cycles, and system upgrades for C4I systems.
• Networking and Virtualization: Hands‑on experience configuring and maintaining Virtual Cisco Routers.
• Industry Certifications: Possession of current CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, and CCNA certifications.

REMARKS

Must be able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. Must be able to interface effectively with all levels of technical and management personnel. Compensation: $44 - $52 an hour.

Compensation for positions at Centurum vary depending on a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, location, responsibilities, skill set, and level of experience. This labor category is a hard to fill position. EOE M/F/Disability/Veteran