RF Field Technician (Secret Clearance) (50% travel)

About the role

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking RF Field Technicians to support the U.S. Navy's drone network build in San Diego, CA. We are seeking a technician to support the team with the integration and testing of critical network communication systems across various sites globally.

Responsibilities

• Deliver on-site technical support for podded communication systems
• Serve as a technical liaison to supported military units and elements
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including test plans and procedures
• Configure systems to support testing and prototype development
• Develop troubleshooting guidelines and workaround documentation
• Perform system and subsystem testing
• Review system specifications and provide feedback on development, testing, and network documentation
• Install and configure Windows and Linux servers and capture, deploy, and manage system images
• Manage and maintain DNS, Exchange, and Active Directory services
• Administer virtual environments
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain network infrastructure—such as switches, servers, and firewalls—and resolve network issues

Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance (highly preferred)
• Bachelor's degree with 4+ years of relevant network communications, test, and integration experience
• Must be willing to travel up to 70% of the time (CONUS/OCONUS)
• Tactical Data Link familiarity (e.g. CDL, TTNT, L-16, SADL, etc.) required
• Live field testing, experience with military communication systems required
• Working knowledge on network security devices (e.g. firewall, NGFW, IPS, IDS)
• Working knowledge on event management systems

Compensation

Total compensation based on experience level - $105,000-$140,000+

Benefits

• PTO
• Holidays
• 401K
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Certification Reimbursement