SATCOM Operator- OCONUS (Kuwait)

If you are looking for an exciting career opportunity in the IT, engineering, software development, logistics, and project management fields, Linchpin Solutions is the place to be! We are currently hiring for a dynamic and experienced SATCOM Operator.

Clearance: Active DoD Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: Onsite

Role Overview:

This position will support the day-to-day end users of tactical satellite systems including but not limited to SNAP, SWAN, ISA, Micro VSAT, tactical SATCOM radio, and WPPL to include Air Force Nuclear Command and Control & Communications Weapon System (AN/USQ-225) nodes, with maintenance and or operational support. The candidate will also provide onsite support and perform maintenance in the field as required by the Government.

General Skillset

• Experience with Microsoft Office
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work both collaboratively and individually
• Critical Thinking Skills
• Ability to give presentations and briefings as needed

Specific Skillset

• Formal operator training for tactical SATCOM systems.
• Protocol/Network Theory Experience.
• Understanding, configuration, and troubleshooting ability of DMVPN Architecture.
• Be able to perform routing protocols (OSPF, EIGRP, RIPand RIP).
• Switching fundamentals (Virtual Local Area Network System (VLANS), VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, Spanning Tree).
• Know Cisco Encryption Concepts within a DMVPN Architecture.
• Know Transmission Control Protocol (TCP) Acceleration over Satellite concepts.
• Install, operate, and maintain Tactical VSAT systems.
• Install, operate, and maintain the SIPR/NIPR Access Point (SNAP) terminal.
• Install, operate, and maintain the Inflatable Satellite Antenna (ISA) terminal.
• Install, operate, and maintain the Micro VSAT terminal
• Install, operate, and maintain the tactical SATCOM radio.
• Install, operate, and maintain the LINKWAY® Master Reference Terminal (MRT)/Network Controller.
• Install, operate, and maintain iDirect modems or Hub terminals.
• Configure Time Division Multiple Access (TDMA) networks for Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Networks (DMVPN).
• Install, operate, and maintain the WPPL B and D systems.
• Configure and integrate COMSEC equipment i.e. KG -175D, KG-175 Classic, KG-250X, and KG-175E into all tactical SATCOM systems.
• Manage and maintain telecommunication installation supplies.
• Maintain daily on-hand inventories.
• Provide training on tactical SATCOM equipment when required.
• Configure Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA) network modems
• Handle other duties as assigned

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field

Experience Requirements

• 3-7 years of experience with Satellite Communications
• 2 years experience operating in a tactical environment operating/maintaining antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifier (SSPA), Low Noise Amplifier (LNA), Low Noise Block (LNB), up and down converters, Fiber optic/Coax/Ethernet Cable, Frequency Division Multiple Access (FDMA)/TDMA modems (satellite modems).
• Experience and skill with commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures, IP routing and switching, Voice over Internet Protocol (VOIP), Quality of Service (QoS), Voice and Data - T1/E1, Foreign Exchange Server (FXS), and commercial TDMA/FDMA modems required. Experience with the MRT desired.
• Experience with Satellite Line of Sight and Near Line of Sight transport methods.

Build your career with us!

Linchpin Solutions’ professional services organization is committed to delivering qualified candidates that meet or exceed clients’ technical and management expectations. Our growth means exciting career opportunities for talented professionals in IT, engineering, software development, logistics, project management, and other key areas. We provide personnel that become valuable assets to the organizations they serve and contribute to the overall skill diversity and strength of the Linchpin Team.

Career choices

Linchpin’s success comes from the talent and commitment of our professionals. As one team, we share the challenges and rewards that come from growing the company, which reinforces our culture of ownership. All of our professionals benefit from the value we collectively create.

Benefits

Linchpin Solutions, Inc. offers paid vacation time, sick time, and holidays. We offer a 401K plan with matching, as well as health, dental, and vision insurance. We also provide Short-Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life insurance which is funded by Linchpin Solutions.

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We are an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $87,000.00 - $97,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Referral program
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Signing bonus

Experience:

• Satellite Communications: 3 years (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $87,000 - $97,000