[]{#_Hlk123639765}This position is for a Satellite Communications Operator & Maintainer (SC with a company located in Madison, MS.

Summary: In performance of this mission, Vertex Sensors & Advanced Solutions division is seeking a Satellite Communications Operator & Maintainer (SCO&M).  This position will require personnel to live and work for extended shifts/periods onboard the SBX-1 platform within the PCAOM AOR.

Duties & Responsibilities Include: Monitoring hardware performance and satellite link connectivity Performs pro-active monitoring of network elements alarms and alerts to identify those components/elements that may lead to or already are causing network degradation or failure. Accomplishes this through use of network management system(s) and associated assets on a continuous (rotating shifts) basis. Interfaces with functional users as well as remote operations centers in both routine and reactive monitoring situations. (Network Operations Center)  Performing preventive and corrective maintenance Supporting on-board and shore-side engineering analysis Reporting of failures, degradation of services, and maintenance which impact SBX-1 operational readiness and mission support services Provide support for rack drawings and topologies via red-line updates if required because of equipment replacement and/or technology refresh. Monitor In-Flight Data Telecommunications (IDT) shelter conditions, perform housekeeping, corrosion monitoring, and assessments to support shore side analysis.

Requirements & Qualifications Include: 10 years of experience working in an Operational Environment supporting military missions. Active SECRET clearance Prior experience performing operations and sustainment on AN/USC-69 SATCOM antennas or other similar SATCOM systems. Experience providing drawing changes and red-lining drawings for updates. Experience deconflicting schedules in a complex operating environment and many different organizations. Excellent written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities is a must. Applicants must be able to work well alone and as part of a team. Leadership and mentoring experience with proven results. Experience working in a maritime environment. Defense Security CompTIA CertMaster CE Security+ Certification Requirement.

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