Tactical Communications and Field Systems Engineer

Required

• At least five years of experience planning, installing, operating, and maintaining tactical communications as a military communicator or field service representative, including deployments with combat or combat support units.
• Hands-on experience with HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and mobile ad hoc or mesh networks, including configuration, encryption, link testing, and retransmission. Relevant systems include L3Harris AN/PRC-117G, AN/PRC-152, and AN/PRC-163; Motorola; TACSAT/MUOS; MPU5; Silvus; Doodle Labs; and Microhard.
• Working knowledge of RF propagation, antenna theory, and electromagnetic interference. Practical skills in RF cabling, connectors, grounding, field power, and soldering, with experience using spectrum analyzers, power and standing wave ratio meters, and multimeters.
• Proficiency in IP networking, including subnetting, DHCP, VLANs, routing, firewalls, VPNs, and Ethernet connections between radios, ground control stations, and payloads.
• Experience with COMSEC key handling and accountability, TRANSEC, emission control, spectrum coordination, and PACE planning in environments affected by electronic warfare or jamming.
• U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret clearance or eligibility for reinstatement. A valid U.S. passport, or the ability to obtain one, and the ability to meet deployment medical and processing requirements.
• Ability to travel up to 50%, including internationally and to combat zones; work nights and weekends as required; and lift up to 60 pounds in demanding field conditions.