Communications & Lab Services Tech III

Amentum is seeking a Communications & Lab Services Tech III to support the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) Mission in Andros Island, Bahamas. AUTEC is a Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) and the Naval Undersea Warfare Center, Division Newport's largest single team project, providing both deep and shallow water test and training environments. The Communications & Lab Services Tech III is responsible for operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, testing and the installation of a variety of complex Communication & Tracking Systems installed throughout the AUTEC project, and at CONUS sites as required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance. Note: U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

Please note this is for a future opportunity that will become available in several months.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform in depth troubleshooting of electronic equipment to component level and complete and documents repairs.
• Utilize antenna testers, WATT Meters, VOMs, pulse generators, Communications Test Sets, dynamic signal analyzers and other various test equipment.
• Train lower-level techs as required.
• Install and verify operation of electronic tracking devices aboard U.S. Navy vessels and aircraft.
• Perform Administrative actions for and maintenance of PBX.
• Perform installation of Telephones and CATV drops.
• Assist in new equipment installation and Operational Acceptance Testing.
• Able to maintain shipboard communications installations.
• Perform analysis of equipment and systems on a daily basis to assess performance.
• Perform administrative record keeping and spares inventories for maintenance of assigned systems.
• Perform on Call Communications duties as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• Associates degree in electronics or military electronics training or the equivalent in additional experience on a two year experience for one year education exchange basis.
• At least eight (8) years’ experience in installation, repair and maintenance of complex communications systems and subsystems required.
• Proficient with various types of test equipment required for in-depth analysis of equipment and telecommunication systems.
• PC literate to maintain databases, create spreadsheets, and word processing skills required.
• Must be able to work aboard ships at sea.
• Able to lift and carry up to 45 pounds of equipment. Reach above the shoulders and climb using legs and arms to perform tasks.
• Ability to distinguish basic colors codes for communications cables.
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Must be able to reside in remote location with limited medical facilities.
• Valid passport and Driver’s license required.
• This position requires the individual to be eligible to obtain a US Government security clearance; US Citizenship is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in Crypto installation and repair, to include KY-100M.
• Aviat Microwave maintenance and operations.
• Avaya PBX experience with ISP and OSP.

Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran’s status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran 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.