Telecommunications Specialist

Air National Guard Units • Gulfport, MS

5d

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 5 excepted service position with no military requirement. The Telecommunications Specialist (GS-0391-11) is part of the Mississippi National Guard and plans and designs the IT networks and telecommunications supporting the ACS Weapon System, with a focus on integrating tactical radar sites and other system participants. The position analyzes, monitors, and optimizes network performance, security, and capacity for peacetime and wartime operations, and provides IT and telecommunications services that support Air National Guard operations, training, and readiness.

The role coordinates customer requirements and designs data, video, and voice networks over satellite, tropospheric scatter, line-of-sight radio and laser, fiber-optic, and copper transmission systems. It configures and optimizes network connections and equipment, develops communication plans, obtains network resources, and coordinates operations with DISA, MAJCOMs, and other agencies. It also develops network procedures and applies joint standards; performs COMSEC duties; and may manage the squadron’s AFEKMS program.

The specialist develops and oversees training for work-center personnel, including drill-status guard members, and ensures personnel and equipment are ready for mobilization. Duties also include fabricating cables and connectors, documenting incidents and maintenance, and managing work-center records, equipment, logistics, hazardous waste, and safety procedures. Limited supervisory functions may include assigning and reviewing work, granting leave, making training and performance recommendations, and taking minor disciplinary actions.

The position requires the ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and successfully complete a probationary period. Irregular or overtime hours may be required for operations or contingencies. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory, and wearing the military uniform is prohibited while in technician status. The employee is responsible for maintaining awareness of environmental responsibilities.

Requirements

• At least 36 months of specialized experience planning and designing IT networks and telecommunications supporting the ACS Weapon System, including integration of tactical radar sites and other system participants, and analyzing, monitoring, and optimizing network performance, security, and capacity.
• Experience providing IT and telecommunications functions and services supporting Air National Guard operations, training, and readiness.
• Experience planning and coordinating mission accomplishments and training requirements for ACS members.
• Experience designing data, video, and voice networks over satellite, tropospheric scatter, line-of-sight RF and laser radio, fiber-optic, and copper systems.
• Experience designing, configuring, and optimizing router connections, switch trunking, ATM circuits, and military and commercial multiplexers.
• Experience developing communication plans for network priorities, configurations, circuits, and equipment architecture supporting in-garrison and deployed operations.
• Experience relating mission requirements to technology, policies, priorities, systems capabilities, operating procedures, equipment, and staffing requirements.
• Experience with local operating-frequency assignments and control programs; providing technical guidance on radio-frequency spectrum analysis; and determining frequency compatibility for military fixed and mobile radio, radar, satellite, and other systems.
• Ability to coordinate frequency assignments with unit and local spectrum managers, ANG Headquarters, MAJCOM spectrum personnel, and other agencies, and to use automated spectrum-management software.
• Experience conducting transmission-path analysis using computerized programs.
• Experience obtaining hardware and network configuration resources and coordinating operations with DISA, MAJCOMs, and other agencies.
• Ability to identify and correct network problems and transmission deficiencies.
• Knowledge of communications equipment, services, systems, transmission media, electronic communications concepts, policies, standards, and operational requirements.
• Knowledge of network and telecommunications technology and operations sufficient to design, plan, manage, install, integrate, test, maintain, or execute systems and services supporting mission requirements.
• Knowledge of how network and communications systems interact with and affect the overall weapon system.
• Comprehensive knowledge of IT concepts, principles, methods, and practices used to plan network services.
• In-depth knowledge of hardware, software, network operations, packet-switching protocols, and diagnostic tools for analyzing and resolving complex system and end-user problems.
• Ability to collect and analyze data accurately and efficiently; deliver formal training and briefings; interpret program materials; write reports and presentations; and communicate clearly in English.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the position’s appropriate security clearance.
• Must successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must meet applicable Lautenberg Amendment requirements; an individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent professional military education, supports a well-qualified result; transcripts or other documentation are required to support education claims.
• Applicants required to register under the Military Selective Service Act must be registered to be eligible for appointment.

Nice To Haves

• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university, or equivalent professional military education, supports a well-qualified result.

Responsibilities

• Plan and design IT networks and telecommunications supporting the ACS Weapon System, including integration of tactical radar sites and other system participants.
• Analyze, monitor, and optimize network performance, security, and capacity during peacetime and wartime operations.
• Coordinate customer requirements and design data, video, and voice networks across satellite, tropospheric scatter, line-of-sight radio and laser, fiber-optic, and copper systems.
• Design, configure, and optimize router connections, switch trunking, circuits, and military and commercial multiplexers.
• Develop and publish communication plans covering network priorities, configurations, circuits, and equipment architecture for in-garrison and deployed operations.
• Determine mission requirements and request hardware and network configuration resources from internal and external agencies.
• Coordinate network operations with DISA, MAJCOMs, and other agencies; prepare Gateway Access Requests and other formal requests.
• Develop planning procedures and practices for the effective use of MILSPEC and commercial off-the-shelf equipment; interpret and apply joint standards.
• Create or adapt guides and controls for networks, systems, and communications programs supporting operations and training.
• Perform COMSEC account duties and, as required, manage the squadron AFEKMS program.
• Develop and maintain work-center training programs; schedule tasks and training, conduct OJT, prepare lesson plans, and monitor personnel training status.
• Ensure mobilization readiness of section personnel and equipment.
• Fabricate cables and connectors to interface with commercial and military electronic systems and subsystems.
• Complete incident reporting and maintenance data collection and maintain technical-order and work-center files.
• Manage bench stock, logistics products, historical and training records, TMDE records, hazardous waste, and safety procedures.
• Perform limited supervisory functions, including planning, assigning, and reviewing work; granting leave; making training and performance recommendations; and taking minor disciplinary actions.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package; employees and their families have access to a range of benefits. Specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type; contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed