Telecommunications Specialist (SATCOM).

About the role

The incumbent serves as the Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Manager and Trip Lead for the entire spectrum of local and remote emergency operations.

Responsibilities

• Manages all Ku-band SATCOM and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems, including configuring these platforms to support mission requirements and overseeing all TFSO contracts related to Ku-band and LEO satellite services.
• Oversees High Frequency (HF), Very High Frequency (VHF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), and cellular communications systems in support of National Security/Emergency Preparedness (NS/EP) and contingency plans.
• Maintains overall responsibility for matters relating to the implementation of satellite Radio Frequency (RF) communications for IT transport and terrestrial radio networks.
• Performs bandwidth studies, gap analyses, and long-range telecommunications forecasts.
• Advises senior managers on emerging technologies and program enhancements.

Requirements

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access.
• Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
• Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt.
• Selective Service Requirement: Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
• Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities.
• This is an Expeditionary Civilian (EC) position designated as Non-Combat Essential (NCE). In the event of a crisis, the incumbent may be required to deploy within CONUS via temporary reassignment or stay in place to support contingency operations. The incumbent may also be required to take part in readiness exercises.

Qualifications

To qualify for a Telecommunications Specialist (SATCOM), your resume and supporting documentation must support specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector.

Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. Creditable specialized experience includes:

• Designing, integrating, and managing wide-area communications networks using commercial and DoD SATCOM platforms, including Ku-band, LEO systems, and Ground Entry Points (GEPs).
• Managing and configuring HF, VHF, UHF, RF-over-fiber, cellular, and terrestrial radio networks to support COOP/NSEP missions.
• Developing and implementing telecommunications plans, lifecycle strategies, Service Level Agreements (SLAs), contingency communication plans, and operational procedures.