Technical Control Facility Operator - Diego Garcia

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

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Technical Control Facility Operator to support a US government contract on Diego Garcia. You will manage circuits, satellite communications, and cryptographic equipment, ensuring systems meet DISA standards while providing reliable voice and data services to tenant commands.

The role requires hands-on electrical/electronic expertise, familiarity with security and SATCOM gear, and the ability to obtain/maintain a US Secret clearance for deployment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two+ years specialized experience in technical control facility operations and related electronics.
• Familiarity with security systems, antennas, multiplex equipment, and satellite communications.

Responsibilities

• Ensure circuits and systems meet DISA 310-130-2 thresholds and provide voice/data signals.
• Monitor data connectivity, activate circuits, and manage frequency databases.
• Maintain QC records and support on-call 24/7 deployment readiness.

Skills

Strong organizational skills

Ability to obtain Secret clearance

US passport holder

Electrical/electronic theory knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

AN/GSC 52B

M/20 JUNIPER

RT2200

KIV7M

Job description

Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking an Technical Control Facility Operator (TCF Operator) to support a government contract based on the island of Diego Garcia.

PURPOSE / SCOPE

The Technical Control Facility (TCF) Operator is responsible for ensuring circuits and systems will meet the management and performance threshold contained in DISA Circular 310-130-2. The TCF is responsible for providing voice and data signals, satellite communications, communications security, and telecommunications to tenant
commands.

TCF operations include but are not limited to: Managing communications equipment, monitoring data connectivity, activating new circuits and trunks, monitoring circuit and
trunk continuity, performing quality control checks, responding to emergent tasking’s, monitoring HF communications, managing frequency databases, and KMI local element accounts. The Contractor TCF Quality Control (QC) plan shall be IAW global, USG, Company, Program and PWS requirements and other directives. Maintain and record all QC activities that are scheduled and/or completed. Will perform other duties as assigned.

The TCF Operator will be available for on-call support as needed 24 hours/day, 7 days/week in this role.

QUALIFICATIONS

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Four (4) years general experience in communications. Within the last four years, two years specialized experience directly related to Technical Control Facility operations.
• Within the last four years, two years specialized experience in the theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory and of characteristics, functions, diagnosing, isolating and correcting malfunctions and performing organizational level maintenance on, but not limited to: AN/GSC 52B, M/20 JUNIPER, RT2200, KIV7M, and associated CRYPTO equipment; Fiber Optic Equipment, or two years specialized experience in operation and maintenance of the above equipment at a military or commercial communications center
• Familiarity with and the ability to monitor and operate a variety of communications and electronic equipment, as referenced in J-0200000-04, including, but not limited to:
• Security systems and monitors
• Antenna couplers
• Multiplex/de-multiplex equipment
• Line amplifiers
• Frequency standards
• High speed modems
• Power supplies
• Data terminal sets
• Alarms
• Signal converters
• Remote SATCOM monitors
• Various satellite, HF voice and data communication ancillary equipment and devices.
• 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.