Telecommunications Specialist

Koniag Emerging Technology, a Koniag Government Services company, is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist with an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility to support KET and our government customer in Adelphi, MD.

We offer competitive compensation and an extraordinary benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401K with company matching, flexible spending accounts, paid holidays, three weeks paid time off, and more.

Koniag Enterprise Technology (KET) is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to be responsible for performing electronic and communications engineering responsibilities for the customer. This position requires active Top Secret clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) eligibility. This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and growth opportunities within our organization.

Essential Functions, Responsibilities & Duties may include, but are not limited to:

• Build and assemble electrical and electronic component prototypes and systems using engineering drawings and schematics, drawings data, and knowledge of electronic principles, instruments, and tools
• Build and/or modify prototypes, parts, assemblies, cables, wiring, or electromechanical systems using basic hand tools and/or fixtures
• Conduct circuit construction to include through-hole, surface mount, and freeform techniques
• Perform testing to the component level with basic tools such as meters, analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment
• Perform component identification, selection, and implementation
• Prepare and build CAT 5e, Coax, D-Subminiature and Military Style data cables
• Perform schematic entry and printed circuit board layout, primarily using Altium design software
• Configure and maintain RF Military Line of Site communications systems
• Set up and maintain standard UHF Military Line of Site and Satellite communications and Mobile Adhoc Network (MANET) radio communications
• Support Cisco network architectures and operations, including but not limited to Routers, Switches, VLANs, and Routing Protocols as required
• Support Special Operations Missions, Tactics, and Capabilities to meet customer requirements
• Assist in developing solutions and recommendations for existing, emerging, and future technologies
• Contribute to team efforts in completing telecommunications projects on time and within specifications

Education and Experience:

Required:

• Associate's degree in Electronics, Telecommunications, Computer Science, or related technical field
• 2+ years of experience in telecommunications, electronics, or related field
• Experience with electronic component assembly and prototype building
• Familiarity with circuit construction and testing
• Experience with cable construction and installation

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Current Top-Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
• Ability to build and assemble electronic components and prototypes using engineering drawings and schematics
• Proficiency with basic hand tools and fixtures for building/modifying prototypes, parts, assemblies, and cables
• Experience with through-hole, surface mount, and freeform circuit construction
• Ability to perform component-level testing using meters, analyzers, oscilloscopes, and other test equipment
• Skills in component identification, selection, and implementation
• Experience constructing various types of cables including CAT 5e, Coax, D-Subminiature, and Military Style
• Knowledge of schematic entry and printed circuit board layout, specifically with Altium software
• Understanding of RF Military Line of Sight communications
• Familiarity with UHF Military Line of Sight, Satellite communications, and MANET radio communications
• Basic knowledge of Cisco network architectures, including routers, switches, VLANs, and routing protocols
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work on sensitive projects
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
• Good communication skills and ability to work in a team environment

Our Equal Employment Opportunity Policy
The company is an equal opportunity employer. The company shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity (except where gender is a bona fide occupational qualification), national origin or ancestry, age, disability, citizenship, military/veteran status, marital status, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We are committed to equal employment opportunity in all decisions related to employment, promotion, wages, benefits, and all other privileges, terms, and conditions of employment.

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Koniag Government Services (KGS) is an Alaska Native Owned corporation supporting the values and traditions of our native communities through an agile employee and corporate culture that delivers Enterprise Solutions, Professional Services and Operational Management to Federal Government Agencies. As a wholly owned subsidiary of Koniag, we apply our proven commercial solutions to a deep knowledge of Defense and Civilian missions to provide forward leaning technical, professional, and operational solutions. KGS enables successful mission outcomes for our customers through solution-oriented business partnerships and a commitment to exceptional service delivery. We ensure long-term success with a continuous improvement approach while balancing the collective interests of our customers, employees, and native communities. For more information, please visit www.koniag-gs.com .

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