Satellite Technician, Springfield, VA Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Springfield, VA (Job ID 49346)

Description

PRO-telligent, LLC, a Tetra Tech Company is seeking a Satellite Technician to provide technical support to a Department of State's (DoS) program. Requires a Secret clearance (interim secrets are accepted). The clearance will be upgraded to a final Top Secret upon hire. The technician will travel internationally 15%-35% of the time, depending on world events. When stateside, the satellite tech will work in the office in Springfield, VA. DT/EI/NT/GTC - REACH The Project (Department of State / Bureau of Diplomatic Technology / Enterprise Infrastructure / Network Technologies Office / Global Tactical Communications Division - REACH)

• Tetra Tech has supported DT (formerly IRM) for more than 25 years
• Dress code is casual dress attire

The Position

• Work with tactical Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT)
• Perform site surveys, satellite acquisition, installation, configuration, and troubleshooting of VSATs
• Test and configure VSATs and other crisis/contingency communications equipment
• Work with customers to gather communications requirements and provide solutions
• Work with other DT offices to configure, test and deploy systems
• Troubleshoot systems both in person in the field and also by phone
• Move heavy equipment when needed and help maintain accurate inventory

Benefits and Leave

• Medical, Dental, and Vision
• 401K, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and Annual Salary Reviews
• 23 days paid leave (10 days of holiday and 13 days of vacation/sick time)

Requirements

• US Secret Clearance required (interim clearances will be accepted), after you are hired, we will upgrade you to a Top Secret
• Advanced knowledge of satellite communications, including iDirect satellite modems, ISCP, and ISCP technologies
• Exposure to multiple IT disciplines, enterprise IT architecture principles and methods sufficient to determine the capabilities and compatibilities of equipment and systems
• Ability to adapt to changing environments and to work independent of supervision when needed

Next Steps

• Apply to the position through this site
• Complete the pre-screening question

  If this is not the position for you, please feel free to share this position with anyone you know. We also have Network Engineer and VMware System Administrator positions posted if you know anyone who might be interested.   Company Information Tetra Tech is a leading provider of consulting, engineering, and technical services worldwide. Our reputation rests on the technical expertise and dedication of our employees—30,000 people working together across disciplines and time zones to provide smart, sustainable solutions for challenging projects. We are proud to be home to leading technical experts in water, environment, infrastructure, resource management, energy, and international development. Tetra Tech combines the resources of a global, multibillion dollar company with local, client-focused delivery in over 470 locations around the world. We offer a competitive full range compensation package including; company subsidized medical, vision, dental and prescription coverage; company paid life insurance and long-term disability; 401 (k); employee stock purchase plan and so much more!

For more information on our company, please visit our website at www.tetratech.com. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter on the Careers portion of our website at www.tetratech.com/careers.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

At Tetra Tech, health and safety play a vital role in our success. Tetra Tech's employees work together to comply with all applicable health & safety practices and protocols, including health orders and regulations that are mandated by local, state and federal authorities.

Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.

EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability - No calls or agencies

Additional Information

• Organization: 174 PRT

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