Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Senior Technician

Modern Technology Solutions Inc • Colorado Springs, CO

7d • $75,000 - $115,000 • Onsite

About The Position

MTSI is looking for a Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Senior Technician with deep, authoritative knowledge and extensive experience in the SATCOM field while supporting Space Force assets worldwide. Support includes both in-garrison and deployed technical expertise and manual labor for setup, operation, maintenance, teardown, packing, and transport of advanced communications systems.

Requirements

• Associate of Science in STEM field.
• 4+ years of experience with setting up and maintaining deployable and fixed antenna systems and associated RF equipment.
• Technical experience with RF, satellite communication systems, and signal analysis.
• Perform communications system alignments using precision test equipment.
• Ability to install, align, and diagnose antenna drive system components and failures.
• Able to explain detailed signal flow and components in the transmit and receive paths.
• Ability to configure and operate test equipment including signal analyzers/generators, oscilloscopes, satellite link emulators, signal filters, amplifiers, and distribution switches.
• Creating, reading, and interpreting blueprints, schematics, and wiring diagrams.
• Ability to communicate technical details and plans including interaction and presentation to team members at all levels.
• Ability to multi-task and adjust priorities based on customer needs.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs. above the head repeatedly.
• Position requires an active TS/SCI clearance.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in STEM field.
• Site survey experience; verifying technical, physical, and environmental feasibility for installing satellite antennas and equipment along with signal analysis/interference.
• Experience in training personnel on antenna systems and related RF components.
• Military mobility and commercial logistics experience.
• Basic understanding of network fundamentals and IP based systems.
• Familiarity with assembly and disassembly of various shelter systems, including inflatable tents, modular structures, and containerized units.
• Basic knowledge of fixed and deployable AC Power generation and distribution systems.
• Fork/Boom Lift operator; 6k, 10k, electric/gas powered, all-terrain.
• Active or ability to obtain commercial driver’s license to support delivery or movement

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, maintain, and operate fixed/deployable antenna systems.
• Install, configure, maintain, and operate RF components to include but not limited to modems, frequency converters, high-powered amplifiers, test equipment, etc.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees