About this role
Communications Technician
Overview
Communications Technician
LOCATION: San Diego CA
JOB STATUS: Full-time
CLEARANCE: Must hold or be eligible to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance CERTIFICATIONS: N/A
TRAVEL: Some travel may be required
SALARY RANGE: Estimated $75,000 - $85,000 USD annually
depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications
Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Communications Technician with COMSEC experience for the USV Operations and Sustainment program supporting Astrion Navy Division.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
5+ years’ experience as a technician for military communications equipment
Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing RF equipment
Experience operating, maintaining, and repairing Satellite Communications equipment
Able to work on small and large boats in a dynamic environment
Eligible for a Secret security clearance
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS
Current Secret security clearance
Radio Frequency (RF) wireless communication troubleshooting and repair experience.
Experience working onboard navy vessels as an EKMS and Communications technician
Experience with unmanned systems
RESPONSIBILITIES
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Install and operate line-of-sight and SATCOM digital communications equipment
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Support at-sea testing of unmanned systems for the US Navy.
What We Offer
Competitive salaries Continuing education assistance Professional development Multiple healthcare benefits package options 401K with employer matching Competitive time off policy along with a federally recognized holiday schedule
Who We Are
At Astrion, we innovate, elevate, and shape the world of tomorrow. At our core is our purpose to “Be the Difference”. This means we encourage our employees to take action and be the driving force for positive change. We foster an environment where innovative solutions flourish, and our company continuously evolves.
We have a culture of care, empathy, and making a tangible difference within our organization and communities. We embrace continuous learning, growth, and innovation, and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We promote collaboration and empowering our teams is at the core of our success.
Be the Difference
Astrion offers comprehensive services that boost preparedness, optimize performance, and ensure success across various domains, from Cyber to Digital, Mission and Systems, servicing our nation's Civilian, Defense and Space communities. We support customers with Centers of Excellence in Washington DC, Huntsville, AL and Burlington, MA with an additional 36 locations across the U.S.
Join Astrion and Be the Difference in your career and the world!
Astrion is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
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