MILSATCOM Technician

Overview

Job Summary:

The MILSATCOM technician will report directly to the MILSATCOM Lead or Senior Technician. This position is located at Pituffik Space Base, Greenland.

The MILSATCOM (MSC) technician is responsible for performing Operations and Maintenance (O&M) of the Military Satellite Communications functional areas, including Tech Control Facility (TCF), Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM), and Consolidated Communications HEMP Room (C2HR). The MSC technician will be responsible for the O&M of the equipment systems that comprise the Wideband Global SATCOM (WGS) satellite constellation, the AN/GSC-52B Modernized Earth Terminal, the AN/FRC-191 Family of Advanced Beyond Line-of-Site (FAB-T) Satellite System, and the Defense Information Systems Network (DISN). Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned to meet the changing needs of contract performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• The MILSATCOM technicians will cross train in all functional areas as listed in the basic functions.
• Conducts on-the-job training for other personnel.
• Is responsible for performing operations and maintenance, troubleshooting, fault isolation and repair actions as needed.
• Is responsible for the efficient operation of all assigned ancillary systems/equipment within the MILSATCOM work center (i.e. CPS, DRSN, AMDOTS, etc.).
• Performs Preventative Maintenance Inspections (PMIs), equipment checks, and meter readings daily.
• Documents Maintenance Data Collection (MDC) efforts using the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).
• Activates, changes, and deactivates circuits in accordance with Telecommunications Service Orders, including pre-activation circuit conditioning, testing and reporting.
• Works with Network Control Terminals (NCT), users, Network Operation System Centers (NOSC), and other facilities with timely troubleshooting and restoration of communications.
• Performs circuit action duties (service restoration, Implementation, Testing, and Acceptance [IT&A]) and documents actions and in accordance with applicable directives.
• Creates and submits appropriate reports (satellite equipment reports, outage reports, unscheduled event reports) as needed. Prepares, coordinates, and updates authorized and emergency service interruptions with all affected facilities.
• Processes messages within the guidelines of the Performance Work Statement and applicable directives.
• Operates and maintains the Communications Processing System in accordance with Air Force Space Command (AFSPC) directives.
• Conducts inventories of all COMSEC material on a shift, daily, weekly, or monthly basis. Completes crypto updates and verifies proper destruction practices are being followed and annotated on the correct forms. Executes the proper actions for incoming and outgoing classified documents and equipment. Ensures the proper documentation and packaging of these items is completed. Executes Emergency Action Plans (EAP) when directed to do so.
• Utilizes the appropriate operating instructions (COI), Technical Orders, Defense Information System Agency (DISA) Circulars, and commercial manuals in the operation and repair of equipment. Ensures operational availability requirements are satisfied in accordance with the PWS.
• Comprehends technical data and is able to use test equipment for system troubleshooting and repair.
• Accountable for supply point and bench stock inventories.
• Performs additional duty responsibility as directed by the MSC Lead or Assistant Lead.

Educational/Training Requirements:

• High school diploma and completion of civilian or military SATCOM training, Technical Control training or the equivalent.
• AFWET MET or MILSTAR or FAB-T experience a plus.
• COMPTIA Security + certification required.

Required Skills/Experience: 

• Excellent communication skills both written and verbally

Clearance Requirements:

• Currently hold or be able to obtain and maintain the proper US DoD issued security clearance, which requires US Citizenship. Security clearance eligibility may be discussed during the interview phase.
• Employment and start date are contingent upon the candidate receiving the required US DoD issued interim security clearance

Supervision:

• Works under the general supervision of the MILSATCOM Lead.

Work Environment:

• Must be able to lift or move items weighing up to 50 pounds and up to 100 pounds with assistance. Be able to walk at least 500 feet in extremely cold weather, negotiate multiple sets of stairs without assistance, and can distinguish colors. Rotation schedule will be 8 weeks on and 5 weeks off with possibility of adjustment. A 72-hour work week will be the norm.

Physical Demands:

• Walking, sitting, typing, bending and lifting items as required within position requirements

InDyne is a full-service military, civilian and commercial operations company. Our Mission is to provide tailored cost effective, quality services and solutions. Our Vision is to exceed customer expectations by delivering results through agility, flexibility and responsiveness. Our Core Values include integrity, trust and loyalty.

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