What are the responsibilities and job description for the Telecommunications Specialist - Project Manager position at Swift?
The Swift Group is looking for a Telecommunications Specialist - Project Manager to provide Senior level project management, administrative and engineering support for our client's communications-based projects. Experience working in an embassy environment and the willingness to travel are required.
Required Qualifications :
- Six (6) or more years direct experience with client's tactical communications projects and design including ICOM / Motorola / Harris equipment and its use.
- Direct experience with systems including BASIS, GENESIS, approval memos and message preparation.
- Solid background in and understanding of current installation procedures (CIP) and field training of personnel.
- Ability to explain technical procedures and processes and results of site surveys clearly and accurately.
- Strong knowledge of tactical systems
- Ability to completely understand and respond to customers comprehensive tactical requirements
- Ability to give details to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Ability to adhere to security and safety standards, counter-intelligence and applicable communications policies and procedures
- Knowledge of procurement processes
- Ability to independently perform specialized equipment and system installations, modifications, and upgrades.
- Ability to test, identify, and resolve most tier 1 and tier 2 equipment and system problems
- Willingness to perform extended TDYs in dangerous / hostile environments
- Ability to be medically and administratively cleared for travel
- Ability to successfully qualify for weapons training
- Working knowledge of policies and regulations related to the completion of assigned work
- Ability to excel independently and in a team environment
- Ability to work at heights and successfully complete Fall Protection training.
- BA / BS Degree or five or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a degree.
- US Citizenship and an active TS / SCI with Polygraph security clearance required.
Desired Qualifications :
The Swift Groups is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action 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, or any other protected class.
