Communications Engineer Professional

Amentum • Vandenberg AFB, CA

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About The Position

Amentum is seeking a Communications Engineer Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) Key Responsibilities: Administer Range Interface Units (RIUs) software and configurations Recommend changes to improve systems/system configurations and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes Configure and test serial data circuits including: T1, DS1, DS3, RS232, RS530 and 422 signals Work with GPS receivers, Time Generators and NTP servers Support Network Administrators with IPv6 protocols, Data, and Telemetry Transports Plan, coordinate, and implement system security measures to protect data, software, and hardware Plan, coordinate, and execute continuous monitoring to maintain system Authorization to Operate (ATO) Support leadership in estimating, reporting, and planning network administration tasks Participate in Risk Management Boards (RMB) and identify network risks Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety, security, and timekeeping Perform other tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in technology related Science, Technology, Engineering or Math (STEM) field
• 3+ years experience with WPN Systems
• Experience in voice/data/analog and digital video systems configuration, operation and maintenance
• Current DoD 8140 Certification or be able to obtain within (6) months
• Experience with test equipment such as FIREBERD Bit Error Rate Testers, OTDR, Oscilloscopes, Signal Analyzers and DB loss Fiber Meters
• Hands-on Experience with network hardware (e.g. Cisco, Palo Alto, Juniper, Cornet, Net Acquire, RT Logic, IPTec)
• Experience responding to Cybersecurity incidents and solving technical problems
• The flexibility to work non-duty hours to support specific project and mission requirements
• Ability to lift up to 50lbs
• Ability to support occasional travel
• Experience with communications systems administration and maintenance on Vandenberg Space Force Base or other military installations.
• Experience with or knowledge of serial data communications, fiber optics, multiplexing, data switching, digital voice systems and Time Division Multiplexing (TDM) technologies
• Experience with IPv6 solutions
• Experience working with circuit over packet, encrypted data streams, and IPv6 hardware
• Experience with relevant industry software products like MS Office, MS Project, MS SharePoint, etc
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance.
• Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.
• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

Responsibilities

• Administer Range Interface Units (RIUs) software and configurations
• Recommend changes to improve systems/system configurations and determine hardware or software requirements related to such changes
• Configure and test serial data circuits including: T1, DS1, DS3, RS232, RS530 and 422 signals
• Work with GPS receivers, Time Generators and NTP servers
• Support Network Administrators with IPv6 protocols, Data, and Telemetry Transports
• Plan, coordinate, and implement system security measures to protect data, software, and hardware
• Plan, coordinate, and execute continuous monitoring to maintain system Authorization to Operate (ATO)
• Support leadership in estimating, reporting, and planning network administration tasks
• Participate in Risk Management Boards (RMB) and identify network risks
• Adhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety, security, and timekeeping
• Perform other tasks as assigned

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level