Comm Elect Tech Iii

Job Summary:
**Purpose and Scope**:
Under mínimal supervision, the incumbent, should be able to lead a team to setup, pack-up, configure, operate and maintain Satellite Terminals (fixed and tactical) along with associated assemblies and provides technical assistance and training to users for the UASOCS program.

**Essential Responsibilities**:

- Lead lower level technicians
- Installs equipment according to manufacturer's specifications
- Interprets maintenance manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, and repairs equipment, utilizing knowledge of electronics and using standard test instruments and hand tools
- Converses with customer, co-workers or supervisor on equipment configuration and provides instruction on operation of equipment
- Consults with Unit co-workers to resolve unusual problems in system operation and maintenance
- May advise management regarding customer satisfaction, product performance, and suggestions for product improvements
- Prepare of report, correspondence or technical studies
- Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested

**Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands**:
Work is performed in both an office/shop environment as well as at erected satellite dish structures. Climbing ladders or towers and working 10-15 feet above ground is routine. Must be able to lift up to 30lbs frequently and up to 70lbs infrequently. Duties require intermittent standing, bending, stooping, kneeling, and crawling over a prolonged period of time (up to 10 hours). Requires constant use of eyesight, hearing and hand-eye coordination. Must be able to push/pull materials up to 100lbs. Observe and follow all safety rules and procedures.

**Other Responsibilities**:
Safety - Amentum enforces a safety culture whereby all employees have the responsibility for continuously developing and maintaining a safe work environment. As appropriate, each employee is responsible for completing all training requirements and fulfilling all self-aid/buddy aid responsibilities, participating in emergency response tasks and serving on safety committees and teams.

Quality - Quality is the foundation for the management of our business and the keystone to our goal of customer satisfaction. It is our policy to consistently provide services that meet customer expectations. Accordingly, each employee must conform to the Amentum Quality Policy and carry out job activities in compliance with applicable Amentum Quality System documents and customer contracts. Each employee must read and understand his/her Quality Management and Customer Satisfaction responsibilities.

Procedure Compliance - Each employee must read, understand and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures and policies pertaining to his/her job.

Minimum Requirements:

- Must possess an active DoD security clearance for hire and be able to obtain/maintain DoD Top Secret security clearance once hired (US citizenship required - no dual citizenship).
- Must be able to achieve and maintain Germany Technical Expert Status Accreditation (TESA) with a Bachelors Degree and 3 yrs relative experience OR Associates degree or major certification and 7 years relative experience OR High School diploma and 11 years relative experience, augmented by ongoing academic/technical/military training and/or certification programs specific to the work unit hardware/software tools.
- Possess minimum of 5-7 years experience in SATCOM Maintenance, with 1 year in a DoD operational C4ISR program preferred.
- Possess basic knowledge of electronics and hands-on troubleshooting.
- Ability to use test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers and volt meters.
- Knowledge in Air Force Supply System and Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS) is preferred.
- Possess Comp TIA Security+ Certification.
- Trained in information assurance to DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II.
- Ability to read and follow blueprints, schematics, manuals, and other specifications to determine installation procedures and perform troubleshooting.
- Ability to demonstrate technical knowledge and ability to effectively communicate such knowledge verbally and in writing.
- Must possess a current state issued driver’s license.
- Position may require travel.

Preferred Qualifications:
Prior experience in a Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) working environment.

Active DoD Top Secret security clearance