Radio Communications Specialist

Nightwing

Today
Top Secret/SCI
Unspecified
Polygraph
VA (On-Site/Office)

Nightwing provides technically advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration and intelligence mission support services to meet our customers' most demanding challenges. Our capabilities include cyber space operations, cyber defense and resiliency, vulnerability research, ubiquitous technical surveillance, data intelligence, lifecycle mission enablement, and software modernization. Nightwing brings disruptive technologies, agility, and competitive offerings to customers in the intelligence community, defense, civil, and commercial markets.

Nightwing is seeking an experienced and cleared Radio Communications Specialist in support of USG in the Herndon area. This position requires occasional travel to the Springfield or Warrenton areas. The right candidate will provide Senior level Program Management, Administrative, and Engineering Support for our Customer communications-based projects in the Herndon and Warrenton, VA.

Qualifications and Required Skills:

Six (6) or more years direct experience with Sponsor tactical communications projects and design including ICOM/Motorola/Harris equipment and its use.
Direct experience with Sponsor systems including BASIS, GENESIS, approval memos and message preparation.
Solid background in and understanding of current installation procedures (CIP) and field training of personnel.
Ability to explain technical procedures and processes and results of site surveys clearly and accurately.
Excellent knowledge of tactical systems
Ability to completely understand and respond to customers comprehensive tactical requirements
Ability to give details to both technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to adhere to security and safety standards, counter-intelligence and applicable communications policies and procedures
Knowledge of procurement processes
Ability to independently perform specialized equipment and system installations, modifications, and upgrades.
Ability to test, identify, and resolve most tier 1 and tier 2 equipment and system problems
Willingness to perform extended TDYs in dangerous/hostile environments
Ability to be medically and administratively cleared for travel
Ability to successfully qualify for weapons training
Working knowledge of policies and regulations related to the completion of assigned work
Ability to excel independently and in a team environment
Ability to work at heights and successfully complete Fall Protection training.

Additional Requirements:

Up to 50% travel OCONUS including hazard areas, and 10% travel CONUS, as required and based on customer needs
Not required, but must be willing and capable of getting weapons certification
Tower Climbing Certification, Achieve level 1 Sponsor Cert. within 1 year of start date
Occasional travel within WMA

Required Education:

Bachelor's Degree and a minimum of six (6) years of experience
Eight (8) years of experience will be considered in lieu of a degree for a total of fourteen (14) years of experience

Required Clearance:

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.

RTX Corporation is an Aerospace and Defense company that provides advanced systems and services for commercial, military and government customers worldwide. It comprises three industry-leading businesses - Collins Aerospace Systems, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon. Its 185,000 employees enable the company to operate at the edge of known science as they imagine and deliver solutions that push the boundaries in quantum physics, electric propulsion, directed energy, hypersonics, avionics and cybersecurity. The company, formed in 2020 through the combination of Raytheon Company and the United Technologies Corporation aerospace businesses, is headquartered in Arlington, VA.

To realize our full potential, RTX is committed to creating a company where all employees are respected, valued and supported in the pursuit of their goals. We know companies that embrace diversity in all its forms not only deliver stronger business results, but also become a force for good, fueling stronger business performance and greater opportunity for employees, partners, investors and communities to succeed.

The following position is to join our RTX Corporate, Enterprise Services, Research Center or BBN team:

What We Offer: Whether you're just starting out on your career journey or are an experienced professional, we offer a robust total rewards package with compensation; healthcare, wellness, retirement and work/life benefits; career development and recognition programs. Some of the benefits we offer include parental (including paternal) leave, flexible work schedules, achievement awards, educational assistance and child/adult backup care.

Requires expert or mastery level knowledge of work area, typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience.
May have deep knowledge of project management. Advanced knowledge of related disciplines within work area and
ability to identify links and potential impact on projects, programs
or systems.
Typically requires:
A University Degree or equivalent experience and minimum 10 years
prior relevant experience, or An Advanced Degree in a related field and minimum 7 years experience Engineering/Other Technical Positions: Typically requires a degree
in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience unless prohibited
by local laws/regulations.

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.

Nightwing 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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Nightwing is the intelligence solutions company that continually defines the edge of possible to keep advancing our national security interests. With more than 2,200 employees working across 8 locations, we deliver the most advanced full-spectrum cyber, data operations, systems integration, and intelligence services for government agencies, businesses, and organizations. Nightwing is proud to partner with government and commercial customers to protect their most critical information, systems, and operations with breakthrough technology and work-class talent. Headquartered in Dulles, VA. and previously part of a leading Fortune 100 company, Nightwing because independent in April 2024.

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