Satellite Operations Technician - Active Secret Clearance Requir

Five Rivers Analytics, an Akima company, is hiring a Satellite Operations Technician to support the Satellite Control Network Operations, Remote Site and Mission Partner Support (STORMS) contract at Diego Garcia, British Indian Ocean Territory (BIOT). The Satellite Operations Technician executes actions necessary to conduct satellite operations and maintenance required to sustain the operability of communications-electronics equipment located at the Remote Tracking Stations (RTS). To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• Configures, operates and maintains assigned systems during satellite support, test, and maintenance activities.
• Initiates, directs and verifies completion of all operational events during the acquisition, tracking and commanding functions of each operational support.
• Performs Senior Contract Representative (SCR) duties, as required.
• Maintains cognizance of station equipment status.
• Performs COMSEC duties as required.
• Assists with repairs and alignment of equipment IAW TOs/TMs or commercial manuals.
• Assists with Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) activities.
• Maintains vehicle folders.
• Prepares daily activity log entries in appropriate electronic systems.
• Performs all required systems administration on mission related equipment.
• May assist in providing on-the-job training to trainees as assigned or directed.
• Performs other collateral duties as assigned or directed.

Qualifications

• Active SECRET security clearance, or higher.
• Must be a US Citizen.
• Preferred associate degree in Electronics, or equivalent experience.
• Must be able to climb high ladders, work on elevated platforms and antennas.
• Must be able to perform strenuous physical work to include walking, lifting, pulling loads, bending, kneeling, sitting and reaching overhead.
• Must possess strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment.
• Must be able to read, write and clearly speak English.
• Must be familiar with the use of and be able to operate electronic test equipment to include multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, signal generators, power meters, and data analyzers.
• Position may require additional government certifications, as necessary.

Desired Qualifications:

• Must have one of the following DoD 8140.03 compliant certifications CompTIA Cloud+, GICSP, GSEC or SSCP or be able to obtain within 60 days of starting work.
• CompTIA Security Plus.

Pay Range (The pay range for this job level is provided as general guidance only, and is not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) the responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreements (if any), and other laws)

$27.42 - $46.69 Hourly
Benefits Description

Regular - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and eligible part-time employees.
Job ID

2024-13533
Work Type

On-Site
Company Description



Work Where it Matters

Five Rivers Analytics (FRA), an Akima company, is not just another federal IT contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At FRA, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, FRA provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, FRA provides full-spectrum capabilities including enterprise IT support services, satellite and communications IT operations and maintenance support, classified and unclassified base operations and administrative services, and more.

As an FRA employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.