Communication and Lab Services Engineer

About the role

Amentum is seeking a Communication and Lab Services Engineer on Andros Island, Bahamas, under the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) contract. AUTEC is a Major Range and Test Facility Base of the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport, providing deep and shallow water test and training environments. The engineer coordinates modifications and system upgrades for the hardware and software of the Site Telecommunications System. U.S. citizenship is required to obtain a Secret clearance, and the ability to live in a remote location with limited medical facilities is needed.

Key responsibilities

• Coordinate modifications and system upgrades for the Site Telecommunications System, hardware and software.
• Telephone systems (PBX) including voice mail and call accounting.
• Tactical radio systems including trunked LMR base stations and repeaters.
• Vertical and horizontal backbone topologies and associated standards.
• Digital intercom systems and secure wireless networks.
• Fiber optic and copper cable plants and infrastructure.
• CATV systems and distribution networks.
• Cryptographic systems and handling of classified material.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Required profile

• BA/BS in Communication Engineering, or 8 years of equivalent military or commercial experience; 10 years of related experience in a communication electronics environment.
• Understanding of computer networking and computer architecture.
• Experience providing technical assistance, training and guidance to department technicians.
• Ability to work independently with no supervision and lift or carry up to 45 pounds.
• Valid driver's license and U.S. passport; eligibility for a U.S. Government security clearance.

Required skills

• RF, HF, VHF, UHF satellite and microwave theory.
• Operating, troubleshooting, repairing and testing complex communication systems.
• Use of TDR, OTDR and spectrum analyzers.
• Preventive and corrective equipment maintenance.
• Preferred: Juniper CTP, Aviat microwave, AVAYA CM6 digital telephone switch, Clearcom Eclipse digital audio switch, Security+ certification and an active Secret clearance.