Telecommunications Specialist

ABSC is seeking a Telecommunications Specialist to work on-site in Northern, VA.

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Provides Senior level project management, administrative and engineering support for Sponsor communications-based projects.

Required Skills:

• TS/SCI w/ FSP
• Six (6) or more years direct experience with Sponsor tactical communications projects and design including ICOM/Motorola/Harris equipment and its use.
• Bachelors Degree
• Achieve level 1 sponsor certification within 1 year of start date
• 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.
• Strong 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.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• Knowledge of RF concepts