Tactical Communications/Avionics Specialist

Essential Job Function

The incumbent will be required to conduct requirements analysis, contribute to design reviews, develop and execute system evaluation procedures for laboratory/integration events, characterize/document anomalies, troubleshoot/verify system and subsystem anomalies, and document integration activities throughout the lifecycle of the product in a Science and Technology (S&T) environment.

• Support the setup, maintenance, troubleshooting, and demonstration of military communication systems in test environments.
• Aid in the development of work estimates for new and continuing work.
• Develop and manage requirements for new products and services.
• Aid in the development of test cases.
• Sustain system test and verification procedures.
• Document deficiencies.
• Support installation and upgrades.
• Support business development activities.
• Share knowledge/expertise and insight to support planning, reviews, and Agile ceremonies (as necessary).

Required Skills

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• A high school diploma with 12 plus years of relevant experience.
• An associates/trade school with 10 plus years of relevant experience.
• Minimum of 5 years prior military or government/military contractor experience with tactical communications systems.
• A basic understanding of encryption management and RF transmission principles.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information level clearance for continued employment.

Desired Skills

• Five years’ hands-on experience with relevant tactical communications systems.
• Experience with tactical communication systems and secure communications networks, including loading, initializing, and configuring communications software.
• Experience in installing and troubleshooting aviation subsystems.
• A working knowledge of DoW guidelines for encryption.
• Previous experience with DoW command control and communication systems.
• Excellent problem solving, communication, and interpersonal skills and able to communicate effectively (written/oral).