Communication and Lab Services Engineer

Amentum is seeking a Communication and Lab Services Engineer on Andros Island, Bahamas on the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) contract. AUTEC is a Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport's largest single team project, providing both deep and shallow water test and training environments. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

The Communication and Lab Services Engineer is responsible for coordinating modifications and system upgrades for both hardware and software of Site Telecommunications System.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Telephone Systems (PBX) including sub-systems (Voice Mail & Call Accounting).

• Tactical Radio Systems including Trunked LMR system (Base Stations/Repeaters).

• Vertical & Horizontal Backbone Topologies and associated standards.

• Coordinate modifications and system upgrades for both hardware and software of Site Telecommunications System.

• Digital Intercom Systems.

• Secure Wireless Networks.

• Fiber Optic and Copper Cable Plants/Infrastructure.

• CATV Systems and Distribution Networks.

• Cryptographic Systems and Handling of Classified Material.

• Vertical & Horizontal Backbone Topologies and associated standards.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS in Communication Engineering or 8 years of equivalent experience (Military or Commercial) will be considered in lieu of a degree.

• Ten (10) years related experience working in Communication Electronics environment.

• Understanding of computer networking and computer architecture.

• Experience providing technical assistance, training and guidance to department technicians.

• Experience with RF, HF, VHF, UHF Satellite and Microwave theory.

• Operate, troubleshoot, repair, and test a variety of complex Communication Systems.

• Experience in the use of TDR, OTDR, Spectrum Analyzers and communication.

• Ability to perform preventive and corrective equipment maintenance.

• Works well with no supervision. Excellent oral and written communication skills.

• Lift/carry/push up to 45 pounds.

• Reach above the shoulders and climb using legs and arms to perform tasks on moving vessels.

• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.

• Valid driver's license and U.S. passport are required.

• This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a U.S. Government Security Clearance; U.S. Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Juniper CTP, Aviat microwave, AVAYA CM6 digital telephone switch, Clearcom Eclipse digital audio switch preferred.

• Managing multiple ongoing projects simultaneously.

• Security + certification preferred.

• Active Government Secret Security Clearance preferred.