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This home-based position at JEB Little Creek in Virginia Beach, VA, involves in-port maintenance, troubleshooting, system readiness checks, and mission equipment repair, with a primary focus on SATCOM and RF systems.\nCandidates with Navy IT/ET backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.\nEssential Responsibilities:\nPerform Level 2 troubleshooting and maintenance for SATCOM and RF systems, including WSC-6 terminals, RF paths, antennas, modems, BUCs, UHF/HF transmitters/receivers, and related equipment.\nConfigure satellite modems, WSC-6 components, RF equipment, COMSEC devices (e.g., TACLANE), and IP routers for secure, reliable operations.\nMonitor satellite link performance, detect signal degradation or interference, and apply corrective actions to maintain optimal system functionality.\nAssist in system upgrades, acceptance testing, and configuration verifications.\nProvide technical guidance and training to SURTASS O&M technicians.\nMaintain detailed documentation of troubleshooting, repairs, system configurations, and testing results.\nMinimum Qualifications:\n\nFive or more years of hands-on experience with SATCOM and RF systems, including WSC-6 terminals, antennas, modems, RF paths, and UHF/HF equipment.\nStrong knowledge of SATCOM fundamentals (X/Ka/Ku/C bands) and proficiency with test equipment such as spectrum analyzers, power meters, and signal generators.\nSkilled in WSC-6 terminal operation, maintenance, configuration, and troubleshooting.\nBasic networking knowledge, including IP fundamentals, VLANs, and subnetting.\nFamiliarity with COMSEC devices such as TACLANE (KG-250) or equivalent.\nGraduate of Navy Electronics “C” School or equivalent civilian technical training; Associate’s degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or related field (or equivalent experience).\nStrong problem-solving abilities and capability to work effectively under pressure, with minimal supervision.\nAbility to train shipboard technicians and operate in arduous environments supporting shipboard deployment cycles.\nUnderstanding of COTS maintenance, open architecture systems, and Navy 3M maintenance administration.\nCurrent DoD Secret clearance with ability to obtain Top Secret.\nValid U.S. passport (or ability to obtain), valid driver’s license, and willingness to obtain an international driving permit if required.\nAbility to pass a mariner’s physical per COMSCINST 6000.1.c and maintain medical fitness.\nPreferred Qualifications:\nProfessional certifications such as CompTIA Network+, Security+, or GVF SATCOM credentials.\nExperience with SURTASS systems, including arrays (TL-29A Twin Line, LFA, CLFA, HFM3) and subsystems such as ICP, UNIX/Linux, Windows, GCCS-M, GPS, SHF, UHF SATCOM, LOS, HF, secure voice/data systems, KMI, SIPRNET, and ADNS.\nKnowledge of satellite link budgets, beam alignment, interference mitigation, and tactical SATCOM operations.\nPrior experience in civilian or military operational environments.\nCompensation Details:\n$56,000 MinimumThe compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.\nBenefits Overview:\nOur health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:\nHealth, dental, and vision insurance\n\nPaid time off and holidays\n\nRetirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)\n\nEducational reimbursement\n\nParental leave\n\nEmployee stock purchase plan\n\nTax-saving options\n\nDisability and life insurance\n\nPet insurance\n\nNote: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.\nOriginal Posting:\n09/23/2026 - Until FilledAmentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.\nAmentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed, marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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