Satellite Technician Job Listing at SAIC in Springfield, VA (Job ID 2507446)

Description

Description

This is a communications specialist position assigned to the U.S. Department of State's (DoS) crisis response communications office.  This role requires 4 days/week onsite in Springfield, VA and allows 1 day/week of telework when not traveling.  Travel can range from 15%-50%, depending on world events.

Description of Duties:

• Serves as a satellite and network technician.
• Tests and configures VSATs and other crisis/contingency communications equipment.
• Works with customers to gather communications requirements and provide solutions.
• Works with other IRM offices to configure, test and deploy systems. 
• Deploys, often with little notice, to Department priority locations throughout the world.
• Troubleshoots systems both in the field and remotely by phone. 
• Helps maintain accurate inventory. 
• Job will require heavy lifting at times.
• Administrative tasks as assigned.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Education & Experience: 

•  Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering and 7+ years' experience in Information Systems and Technology Management;  AS and 9+ years; or high school and 11+ years.
• Experience with site surveys, satellite acquisition, installation, configuration and troubleshooting tactical VSAT.
• Advanced knowledge of satellite communications to include iDirect satellite modems, ISCP, and ISCP technologies. 
• Advanced knowledge of information systems, concepts and methods. 
• Exposure to multiple IT disciplines, enterprise IT architecture principles and methods sufficient to determine the capabilities and compatibilities of equipment and systems.
• Excellent communications skills and well versed with Microsoft Office software. 
• Candidate will work closely with company, contractor personnel, and Government personnel to conduct operational activities and must work well in a team environment.
• Technically capable, fast learner, quality minded, adaptable, self-motivated, and able to work independent of supervision.
• Detail-minded with an extraordinary work ethic.

Required Clearance:

• US Citizenship.
• Active Secret clearance with the ability to obtain a Top Secret clearance.