Tactical SATCOM Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Support at C3EL
Brussels, BelgiumFull-timeCommunicationsPosted 5 months ago
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<h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job">Overview:</h2>
<p><strong>Title: </strong>Tactical SATCOM Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Support</p>
<p><strong>Security Clearance:</strong> Secret</p>
<p><strong>Location:</strong> Brussels, Belgium</p>
<p><strong><em>(Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.</em></strong>)</p>
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<h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job">Description:</h2>
<p>C3EL is seeking a cleared and experienced professional to join our team in Brussels, Belgium. The Tactical SATCOM Operation & Maintenance (O&M) Support will support the day-to-day end users of tactical satellite systems to include but not limited to Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)/Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) Access Point (SNAP), Support Wide Area Network (SWAN), Inflatable SATCOM Antenna (ISA), and Wireless Point to Point Links (WPPL). </p>
<p><strong>Responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Operate tactical SATCOM systems based on formal training and certification.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Apply in-depth knowledge of network protocols and foundational network theory in daily operations.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN) architectures.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Implement and support routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Apply switching fundamentals such as VLANs, VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize Cisco encryption technologies within DMVPN environments to ensure secure communications.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Understand and apply TCP acceleration techniques to optimize performance over satellite links.</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":false,"134233118":false,"335559738":240,"335559739":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job">Minimum Qualifications:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Active, in-scope Secret clearance.</li>
<li>U.S. citizenship.</li>
<li>A minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with satellite terminal systems is required. </li>
<li>Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a tactical environment operating and maintaining key satellite components, including antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs), Low Noise Blocks (LNBs), up/down converters, and various cabling types such as fiber optic, coaxial, and Ethernet. Proficiency with FDMA and TDMA satellite modems is essential. </li>
<li>Demonstrated expertise in both commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures. Strong background in IP routing and switching, VoIP, Quality of Service (QoS), T1/E1 voice and data systems, and Foreign Exchange Server (FXS) configurations. Experience with MRT systems is preferred. </li>
<li>Knowledge and hands-on experience with Satellite Line of Sight (LOS) and Near Line of Sight (NLOS) communication methods.</li>
<li>Required Certifications:
<ul>
<li>An active CompTIA Security+ CE (or equivalent 8570 IAT Level II certification).</li>
<li>An active CompTIA Network+ CE (or CCNA/CCNP)</li>
<li>A relevant modem certification (e.g., iDirect, GVF training, Viasat)</li>
</ul>
</li>
<li>Able to travel to support mission up to 50%. </li>
<li>Must possess a valid U.S. passport.</li>
</ul>
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<h2 class="iCIMS_InfoMsg iCIMS_InfoField_Job">Education:</h2>
<ul>
<li>Associates degree preferred, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience. </li>
</ul>
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