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Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented Communications (COMMs) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our team in the Virginia Beach. This is an onsite position.
Summary:
The candidate will support teams performing installs, maintenance, repairs, overhauls, troubleshooting, and the tests of electrical, electronic, and/or mechanical equipment and related devices. The candidate will apply their technical knowledge to assist junior team members with the completion of assigned tasking.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Support team members and perform required communication equipment integration or installation of communication systems equipment, maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, and use of test equipment as required
Install, configure, integrate, troubleshoot, and manage HF, UHF, SATCOM, radio communications suites and associated network and cryptographic equipment deployed
Demonstrate a good attitude and ability to work as a member of a cohesive team
Performance of preventative maintenance and troubleshooting or assessment of electronic equipment
Working alongside engineers to design, build and test solutions to a variety of technical problems
Analyzing operations and offering suggestions for improvement
Perform field validations of various watercraft and equipment
Perform work between customer sites, shore sites, and/or on ships
Minimum Qualifications:
Associate degree in related field and 4 years of experience or equivalent education and years of experience in lieu of degree
Technical experience with AC/DC circuits
Experience with HF/VHF/UHF installation/troubleshooting
Experience with RF Connectors
Basic knowledge of test equipment including but not limited to Spectrum Analyzers, Network Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Optical analyzers, power meters, bench power supplies, multimeters, etc.
Knowledge of the basic fundamentals of AC/DC circuits as it pertains to the installation of communications electronic equipment.
Familiar with Department of Defense (DoD) services at both Contiguous United States (CONUS) and Outside Contiguous United States (OCONUS) locations
Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS as needed up to 50%
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with HF/VHF/UHF radio systems (KOR 24A, PRC 117 series, Vortex, ARC-231 a plus), SATCOM equipment, radio networks (HPW, Link-11, Link -16, BFT/FBCB2), cryptographic equipment, keying data transfer devices (DTD’s), RF test equipment (oscilloscopes, power meters, spectrum analyzers), basic electronic principles, a firm knowledge of networking equipment, IP networking and sub-netting is required
Experience with JIRA/Confluence
NAVSEA Certified in Fiber Optic Termination
Tower Climber Certified
Possess excellent writing and verbal skills
Ability to work individually and as part of a team, both internally and with external resources
Clearance Requirements:
Must be US Citizen and have an active Secret Security Clearance
Must be eligible to get a CAC card
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift and carry 50 Lbs.
Work extensive time in stationary positions.
Climb and descend ladders.
Must be able to balance, bend, carry, crouch, stretch and kneel
Must be able to push, pull, and reach
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