Lead SATCOM Electronics Technician - Diego Garcia

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

Job summary

Amentum is seeking a Lead SATCOM Electronics Technician to lead the SATCOM Electronics Team in setting up, configuring, operating and maintaining satellite terminals on Diego Garcia. The role requires hands-on troubleshooting, training, and coordination with customers and engineering.

The position is a 24/7 on-call leadership role that may require security clearances, international travel, and deployment readiness. Strong electronics knowledge and prior SATCOM experience are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Successful completion of US Navy Electronics Technician SATCOM C school or equivalent training in electronics providing skills to maintain satellite uplink/downlink and related equipment.

Responsibilities

• Leads SATCOM Terminal configuration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.
• Interprets manuals/schematics and uses test instruments and hand tools.
• Trains and mentors users and teammates; provides input to management on product performance.

Skills

SATCOM systems

Electronics troubleshooting

Team leadership

On-call readiness

Customer communications

Education

US Navy Electronics Technician SATCOM C school

High school diploma

SATCOM technician training

Tools

Test instruments

Hand tools

Crypto restart procedures

Job description

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

PURPOSE / SCOPE

The Lead SATCOM Electronics Technician is responsible for leading the SATCOM Electronics Team in setting-up, packing, configuring, operating, and maintaining satellite terminals (fixed and tactical) along with associated assemblies and providing technical assistance and training to users.

Other duties may include, but not be limited to the following:

• Serves as a hands-on, working shift for configuration, operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of SATCOM Terminals.
• Installs equipment according to manufacturer's specifications - Interprets maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand tools.
• Converses with customer, co-workers or supervisor on equipment configuration and provides instruction on operation of equipment.
• Consults with unit co-workers to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance.
• May advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements.
• Training, mentoring, scheduling and participating in recruiting, operational and separations as required for department.
• Assist co-workers in servicing and repairing SATCOM related equipment and/or items.
• Assists in preparation of reports, correspondence, or technical studies.
• Consults with engineering personnel to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance.
• Leads testing, tuning, and adjusting equipment to obtain optimum operating performance.
• Perform general housekeeping duties in support of a safe working environment.
• Perform all other position related duties, as assigned, or requested.

The Lead SATCOM Electronics Technician will be available for on-call support as needed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Successful completion of US Navy Electronics Technician SATCOM C school or equivalent training in electronics that provides skills and knowledge necessary to acquire and maintain satellite uplink/downlink, perform crypto restarts, perform organizational level repairs to up converters, down converters, power amplifiers, servo systems and ancillary equipment with emphasis on corrective and preventative maintenance is desired
• Six years general experience having progressively responsible technical or craft experience in electronics, electricity, engineering, communication, physics, or in a similar field that provided technical knowledge and background that could be applied in the testing, evaluation, installation, maintenance or repair of electronic systems and equipment
• Within the last six years, four years specialized experience in theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory and of characteristics, functions, diagnosing, isolating and correcting malfunctions and performing organizational level maintenance on communications and electronic equipment
• Must be familiar with current global, US, Program and PWS requirements
• 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
• Living and working conditions at the assignment location could be remote and uncomfortable
• May work in a typical office environment
• 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.