Satellite Technician III

Serves as a senior-level satellite communications subject matter expert responsible for advanced installation, configuration, troubleshooting, and sustainment of complex SATCOM systems. Provides technical leadership and oversight for mission-critical communications infrastructure.

• Lead the installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of advanced satellite communications systems supporting voice, video, RF, and data networks.
• Design, configure, and optimize SATCOM solutions in accordance with mission and task-order requirements.
• Diagnose and resolve complex technical issues involving satellite terminals, modems, and RF systems.
• Provide technical leadership, mentorship, and oversight to junior technicians.
• Exercise independent judgment in resolving system-level issues and implementing corrective actions.
• Support coordination with vendors, engineers, and government stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with all security, safety, and operational standards.
• Maintain detailed technical documentation and reporting for systems and activities.

Clearance: secret

Certifications

• Must meet certification requirements specified in the applicable SPIN-C or individual task order.

General Experience

• 5+ years of hands-on experience supporting installation, maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of communications systems. Demonstrated ability to solve complex technical problems and understand interrelationships of communications circuits and systems.
• Experience providing technical leadership and supervision.

Specialized Experience

• Expert-level experience with DSCS or commercial satellite terminals, including:
• X-, C-, Ka-, Ku-band and Tri-band satellite terminals
• FDMA, TDMA, and IP-based satellite modems

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Work Requirements