SATCOM Field Technician

1 month ago


Colorado Springs, Colorado, United States Kratos Defense & Security Solutions Full time
Job Description:

Kratos Defense & Security Solutions is seeking a highly skilled SATCOM Field Technician to join our team. As a key member of our operations team, you will be responsible for planning and executing satellite communications teleport installations, supporting satellite communications operations, and conducting preventative and corrective maintenance on satellite communications ground and teleport systems.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Plan and execute satellite communications teleport installations
  • Support satellite communications operations to provide service to the KGSN and its customers
  • Conduct preventative and corrective maintenance on satellite communications ground and teleport systems
  • Generate varied site design products such as system & sub-system specifications, CONOPS diagrams, site, system drawings and test plans/reports
  • Act as a self-starter in creating quality and responsive solutions meeting company and customer satellite communications technical and operational network performance requirements
  • Actively participate in and/or lead projects as assigned to achieve company goals
  • Plans and executes shipping and related logistics tasks to support field development activities
  • Work closely with KGSN network operations staff to ensure availability for customers
  • Engage and coordinate with 3rd party vendors to acquire material and/or service solutions required to meet buildout requirements
  • Execute antenna system setup, configuration, and testing
  • Conduct system anomaly investigation and resolution to support network operations
  • Create and maintain user and in-house technical documentation
  • Create and maintain knowledge base articles / technical notes as solutions are identified
  • Performs work center additional duties
  • Provide training and guidance to new team members
  • Prioritize time and projects, working independently
Requirements:
  • 5 or more years required experience in SATCOM systems design, installation, operations, test, and sustainment
  • Hands on experience installing, operating, and sustaining SATCOM RF components (LNBs, power supplies, network analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, etc.)
  • Possess a practical understanding of Radio Frequency (RF) communications technology, systems, practices, and tools
  • Experience in designing and implementing supporting SATCOM antenna infrastructure, i.e., foundation/structure support, electrical service installation, network access
  • Knowledge of SATCOM network operations with an understanding of best practices
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to troubleshoot system issues in a timely manner with minimal assistance
  • Requires analytical and problem-solving skills to analyze data, do research, diagnose, and solve problems
  • Experience working with Microsoft office suite tools
  • Aptitude to understand and adopt online collaboration tools
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively with others, particularly in Teams
  • Strong work ethic and flexibility to work as required to meet company milestones
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented and organized
  • Availability and willingness to travel up to 50% in support of site buildout, operation, and sustainment activities
  • Ability to obtain Secret Clearance is required
  • On-Call
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Military veterans and spouses are highly encouraged to apply
  • Bachelors of Science degree in technical field
  • Active Secret Clearance
  • 10 or more years of related experience

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