Tactical SATCOM O&M Support

Job Title: Tactical SATCOM O&M Support
Location: Brussels, Belgium

The Tactical SATCOM O&M Support position will support the day-to-day end users of tactical satellite systems to include but not limited to Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)/Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) Access Point (SNAP), Support Wide Area Network (SWAN), Inflatable SATCOM Antenna (ISA), and Wireless Point to Point Links (WPPL).

• Operate tactical SATCOM systems based on formal training and certification.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of network protocols and foundational network theory in daily operations.

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN) architectures.

• Implement and support routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.

• Apply switching fundamentals such as VLANs, VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).

• Utilize Cisco encryption technologies within DMVPN environments to ensure secure communications.

• Understand and apply TCP acceleration techniques to optimize performance over satellite links.

• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (Interim Secret Clearance is acceptable).

• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet applicable DCWF DoD 8140 requirements for the assigned work role (441- Network Operations Specialist, Basic) through approved certifications, or education, or military training, or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CND, Network+, Security+, CCNA, or other DoD 8140-approved higher-level certifications aligned to the assigned work role.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with satellite terminal systems is required.

• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a tactical environment operating and maintaining key satellite components, including antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs), Low Noise Blocks (LNBs), up/down converters, and various cabling types such as fiber optic, coaxial, and Ethernet. Proficiency with FDMA and TDMA satellite modems is essential.

• Demonstrated expertise in both commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures. Strong background in IP routing and switching, VoIP, Quality of Service (QoS), T1/E1 voice and data systems, and Foreign Exchange Server (FXS) configurations. Experience with MRT systems is preferred.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with Satellite Line of Sight (LOS) and Near Line of Sight (NLOS) communication methods.

• Required Certifications: Network+ and Security+.

• Able to travel to support mission up to 25%.

• Associates degree preferred, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience.

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad–– whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.  

To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text ‘tracejobs’ to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com. #jointracesystems

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.