Communications Specialist (Aegis Ashore Poland)

The Aegis Ashore Internal Communication Specialist is the Technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Aegis Ashore Internal associated communication systems. Supporting the US Navy's Aegis Ashore site in Redzikowo, Poland providing corrective and preventative maintenance, repair, alignments and assessments, monitor and analysis of IC system conditions and assist their military counterparts in maintenance and training engineering requirements. Will provide SME expertise in troubleshooting system issues and implementing upgrades as needed. Will play a supporting role in achieving the U.S. Navy's goals by providing expertise assisting to resolve CASREPs and during CMAV's and SRAs. This position plays a critical role in NATO's integrated missile defense architecture conducting operations to counter evolving ballistic missile threats.

CORE FUNCTIONS / JOB DUITES


Works mostly independently to:


Coordinates and maintains Internal Communication resources and related systems


Coordinates with the external stakeholders for reach back technical support to resolve communication systems issues as required.


Configures, maintains, and troubleshoots various Navy Internal Communication systems, in support of operational/test connectivity for tactical communications systems.


Coordinates equipment operations to include radio system problem isolation/detection and resolution efforts of respective equipment.


Ensures operational readiness (initialization, configuration, mode selection) of internal communications systems to support scheduled test events.


Maintains accurate repository of internal communications documentation in support of data link architectures and test events.


Provides operations analysis feedback and troubleshooting expertise in support of test events, including remote support for off-site participants.


Assesses and analyzes the Radio Frequency communications and TDL architecture performance to support the potential corrective actions or resolutions required, and to provide information regarding new equipment acquisition.


Clearly defines, describes, and lists steps and processes required to identify problems and determine corrective actions for internal communications interfaces.


Repair Fiber optic and video/display operations/maintenance, as needed.


Qualifies and provides support as a CMS custodian, as needed.

SKILLS & ABILITIES


Has a deep understanding of or experience with:


Troubleshooting of Internal communications systems architectures and hardware/software configurations


Compiling and analyzing information regarding the installation, testing, and training of advanced Internal communications systems


Cable fabrication, hardware installation, and repair of internal communications systems


Advanced knowledge and experience with Navy Internal Communication Systems and associated interfaces.


Briefing to high-level government personnel


Internal communications systems for tactical data systems, and associated interfaces, and computer control equipment.


Use of Multi-meters, oscilloscopes, Bit Error Rate Testers (BERT), Spectrum Analyzer, Cable & Fiber testers, and associated communication systems test equipment.


Cable fabrication, hardware installation, and repair for Internal communications systems.


Schematics and wire diagrams


Fiber optic repair, preferred


WAN/LAN Network Architectures, preferred

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS


GED and/or equivalent years of experience


IAT LV II Required


CompTIA Security + Required


OSHA Hazwoper certified Required after start


Red Cross CPR Required after start

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS


General office environment


Computer/Equipment lab


100% OCONUS Expatriate Status

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS


May be expected to lift upto 25 lbs


Frequent use of keyboard and typing


Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE


5/40


The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE


$85,000.00 to $95,000.00 annually, DOE, plus additional allowances due to expatriate status

U.S. Citizenship is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE


Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer