Field Engineer Sr SATCOM - Ex Pat JAPAN - Secret

Lockheed Martin Corporation•Bethesda, MD

42d•Onsite

About The Position

Our Team, the Command and Control, Battle Management and Communications (C2BMC) team, is engineering, developing and integrating new capability for the Missile Defense System. Lockheed Martin is a renowned leader in the defense technology industry, known for our commitment to innovation, mission success, and cutting-edge solutions. We foster a collaborative and dynamic work environment where our employees are driven by a shared passion for excellence. The selected SATCOM technician will provide technical services support of a Secure Internet Protocol Router Network/Non-secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR/NIPR) Access Point (SNAP) small transportable satellite terminal in Kyogamisaki, Japan. Responsible for operating, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting, and repair of Satellite Terminal systems, including connectivity to local and wide area networks, end-to end telecommunications, circuit switching systems, and Long-Haul communications/Transmissions systems, in Kyoto, Japan. Analyzes capabilities and performance, identifies problems, takes corrective actions to ensure the most efficient operations of the SATCOM equipment. Monitors status and performance of Transmission/Receive systems. Quickly responds to circuit outages and coordinates with distant end facilities and local Systems/Users, when necessary, in order to restore communications services. A successful candidate must understand and be dedicated to the C2BMC Mission. The successful candidate will need to utilize good communication skills and good organizational skills to facilitate collaboration across the many organizations necessary to accomplish challenging missions. Be part of a dedicated team working on state-of-the-art technology that has a direct impact on national defense and security. Join a company that values innovation and encourages employees to push the boundaries of what is possible. Collaborate with a group of talented engineers and professionals in a stimulating and challenging work environment. Enjoy opportunities for career development and advancement within a forward-thinking organization.

Requirements

Active DoD Secret Clearance required prior to starting
Must meet DoD 8140 certification requirements for IAT II (Security + CE, CCNA Security, etc.)
Must have strong skills and background in SATCOM principals, operations, maintenance, and repair.
Skilled in utilizing common SATCOM test equipment.
Must understand signal flow and end-to-end configuration diagrams for circuits
Knowledge of Network System Administration
Experience working with Microsoft operating system environments/platforms
Familiarity with CISCO routers
HEMP hardening maintenance and HEMP hardening testing experience

Nice To Haves

Prior military satellite communications technician US Navy ET NEC 1465, US Air Force AFSC 2E1X1, US Army MOS 31S/25S, or US Marine Corps MOS 2827
Familiarity with TACLANE encryption devices and Crypto Device Loaders such as SKLs
A self-starter with strong communications skills and Windows, Unix, Networks System Administration experience
Should be proficient with signal cabling standards, (fiber, TFOCA, CAT5, CAT6, SVOIP, VOIP) with the ability to install cabling systems to support network operations.
Familiarity with MET and SNAP SATCOM Terminals
A mix of strategic and tactical satellite communications experience
Basic Linux or RedHat-based server administration experience
Basic experience with operations, preventative maintenance and basic troubleshooting on generators
EBEM experience

Responsibilities

operating, maintaining, monitoring, troubleshooting, and repair of Satellite Terminal systems, including connectivity to local and wide area networks, end-to end telecommunications, circuit switching systems, and Long-Haul communications/Transmissions systems, in Kyoto, Japan
Analyzes capabilities and performance, identifies problems, takes corrective actions to ensure the most efficient operations of the SATCOM equipment
Monitors status and performance of Transmission/Receive systems
Quickly responds to circuit outages and coordinates with distant end facilities and local Systems/Users, when necessary, in order to restore communications services