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Nightwing Communications Engineer (OIC) in Sterling, Virginia

Date Posted:

2024-09-04

Country:

United States of America

Location:

VA543: 22270 Pacific Blvd, Dulles 22270 Pacific Boulevard Building CC5, Sterling, VA, 20166-6924 USA

Position Role Type:

Onsite

On call/as needed position to travel OCONUS - may include hazardous/dangerous areas. Can live anywhere in the US since this is a traveling position. Provide temporary duty (TDY) communication support to overseas hardship locations. Operate and maintain customer telecommunication equipment. Send and receive messages via special communication systems. Administer small local area network(s). Act as the Officer-In-Charge of the communications facility.

Required Skills

  • Willingness to travel OCONUS to hazardous/dangerous areas.

  • Considerable knowledge of managing the installation, configuring, operating, testing, troubleshooting and maintaining of field unique automated information systems, transmission systems, and infrastructure support systems.

  • Considerable knowledge and ability to operate and maintain some or all of the following: LAN/WAN systems, message processing systems, Windows NT, Lotus Notes, automated document distribution systems, network systems, Automated Information Systems Hardware (servers, workstations, routers, etc.), network management tools, video teleconferencing and telephony and satellite system terminals.

  • Tactical Satellite systems and deployments. Familiar with UHF satellite operations, signal collection equipment and messaging relative to field operations using these type systems.

  • Ability to monitor and assess technical equipment for security vulnerabilities.

  • Knowledge of operation and maintenance of electrical, mechanical, and utility systems in support of information systems, transmissions systems, and infrastructure support systems.

  • Ability to adhere to security and safety standards and applicable communications policies and procedures.

  • Ability to manage accountable property accounts.

  • Ability to anticipate, effectively diagnose, isolate, and expediently resolve problems relative to telecommunications and information systems.

  • Ability to evaluate and recommend process improvements and new and emerging technologies to meet customer requirements.

  • Ability to perform site surveys for equipment/system installations.

  • Ability to explain personnel issues and technical procedures and processes, and results of site surveys clearly and accurately to both technical and non-technical audiences.

  • Ability to plan, set goals and determine strategies for accomplishing results.

  • Ability to research and write clear, concise and effective e written correspondence, procedures and briefings in accordance with current established policies.

  • Interpersonal skills to resolve complex problems and represent the organization in a professional manner.

Desired Skills

  • Previous Field and/or Base Station Experience in hazardous/dangerous areas.

  • Working knowledge of existing customer regulations.

  • Training: First-line customer support for installation, maintaining and operating equipment and understanding overseas security requirements.

  • Knowledge of customer equipment with unique experience in Telecommunications and Information Systems Installation, Operation and Maintenance.

Additional Requirements

  • Additional Technical and Specialty Training/Certifications Etc.

  • Years of Experience Required: 12+ Required Education Level/Major: Bachelors Degree

  • Equivalent Experience may be Substituted for Educational Requirement

  • Weapons Certification: Not required for hire, but must be willing and capable of becoming certified.

  • OCONUS TDY Required: Up to 50% OCONUS travel required, including hazard areas as required.

  • CONUS TDY Required: Up to 10% CONUS travel, as required.

Must have TS/SCI security clearance with Poly on day one and be eligible for crossover.

This requisition is eligible for an employee referral award. ALL eligibility requirements must be met to receive the referral award.

About Nightwing

Previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company and headquartered in Dulles, VA; Nightwing became independent in 2024 but continues to support the nation’s most mission impactful initiatives.

When we formed Nightwing, we brought a deep set of credentials and an unfaltering commitment to the mission. For over four decades, our team has been providing some of the world’s most technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence support services to the U.S. government on its most important missions.

At Nightwing, we value collaboration and teamwork. You’ll have the opportunity to work alongside talented individuals who are passionate about what they do. Together, we’ll leverage our collective expertise to drive innovation, solve complex problems, and deliver exceptional results for our clients.

Thank you for considering joining us as we embark on this new journey and shape the future of cybersecurity and intelligence together as part of the Nightwing team.

The salary range for this role is 105,000 USD - 221,000 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, location, education/training, and key skills.

Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement.

Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company’s performance.

This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply.

RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window.

RTX is An Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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