Telecommunications Specialist (SATCOM)
Job Location:
Sterling, MA - USA
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Job Summary
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- Incumbent serves as the Satellite Communications (SATCOM) Manager and Trip Lead for the entire spectrum of local and remote emergency operations.
- Manages all Ku-band SATCOM and Low Earth Orbit (LEO) satellite systems managing and configuring these platforms to support mission requirements including management and oversight of all TFSO contracts related to Ku-band and LEO satellite services.
- Oversee High Frequency (HF) Very High Frequency (VHF) and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) and cellular communications systems in support of National Security/Emergency Preparedness (NS/EP) and contingency plans.
- Maintains overall responsibility for matters relating to the implementation of satellite Radio Frequency (RF) communications for IT transport and terrestrial radio networks.
- Performs bandwidth studies gap analyses and long-range telecommunications forecasts.
- Advises senior managers on emerging technologies and program enhancements.
- Must be a U.S. citizen
- Tour of Duty: Set Schedule
- Security Requirements: Non-Critical Sensitive with Secret Access
- Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination where reciprocity cannot be applied; unfavorably adjudicated background checks will be grounds for removal.
- Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt
- Selective Service Requirement: Males born aftermust be registered or exempt from Selective Service.
- Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized
- Bargaining Unit Status: No
- Selectees are required to have a REAL ID or other acceptable identification documents to access certain federal facilities. See for more information.
- Expeditionary Civilian (EC): Non-Combat Essential (see Qualifications section for additional details)
To qualify for a Telecommunications Specialist (SATCOM) your resume and supporting documentation must support:
A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-14 level applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service military or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes:
- Designing integrating and managing wide-area communications networks using commercial and DoD SATCOM platforms including Ku-band LEO systems and Ground Entry Points (GEPs).
- Managing and configuring HF VHF UHF RF-over-fiber cellular and terrestrial radio networks to support COOP/NSEP missions.
- Developing and implementing telecommunications plans lifecycle strategies Service Level Agreements (SLAs) contingency communication plans and operational procedures.
To be found well-qualified as an ICTAP applicant individuals need to demonstrate experience such as: Experience designing integrating and managing wide-area communications networks using commercial and DoD SATCOM platforms including Ku-band LEO systems and Ground Entry Points (GEPs). Experience managing and configuring HF VHF UHF RF-over-fiber cellular and terrestrial radio networks to support COOP/NSEP missions. Experience developing and implementing telecommunications plans lifecycle strategies SLAs contingency communication plans and operational procedures.
This is an Expeditionary Civilian/Emergency Essential (EC/EE) position. The incumbent will be designated Non-Combat Essential (NCE). In the event of a crisis the incumbent may be required to deploy within CONUS only via temporary reassignment or be required to stay in place to support contingency operations. The incumbent may be required to take part in readiness exercises. This position cannot be vacated during a national emergency or mobilization without seriously impairing the capability of the organization to function effectively; therefore the position requires the incumbent to be screened from military recall.
Military Reservists selected for an EE position must arrange for a military deployment waiver from the Reserve Unit which will remain in effect while assigned to the EE position. This requirement must be met prior to placement in an EE position. An NCE employee could be deployed to support emergency operations humanitarian missions disaster relief or other expeditionary missions in the continental United States that are not considered combat locations. Deployment will be via Temporary Duty (TDY) orders. Deployment may entitle the employee to additional monetary compensation dependent upon the deployment location.
Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.
As required by 5 C.F.R. 302.106 DLA will provide Section 508 conformant ICT to employees with disabilities. All ICT interfaces with the public related to vacancy announcements and career transition opportunities must conform to the applicable requirements in the current ICT Standards and Guidelines (36 C.F.R. 1194).
For Important General Applicant Information and Definitions go to: Annuitants: This position does not meet criteria for appointment of Reemployed Annuitants. The DoD criteria for hiring Reemployed Annuitants can be found at: Workplace Policy
The Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) is committed to maintaining a safe drug-free workplace. All DLA employees are required to refrain from illegal drug use on and off duty. DLA conducts pre-employment reasonable suspicion post-accident and random drug testing.
Applicants tentatively selected for employment in testing designated positions will undergo a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment. Refusal to undergo testing or testing positive for illegal drugs will result in withdrawal of the tentative job offer and a six-month denial of employment with DLA from the date of the drug test. Employees in drug testing designated positions are subject to random drug testing. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e. start date). The selectees inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment. You may be required to sign a Drug Test Statement of Understanding if you are selected for this position.
The DLA drug testing panel tests for the following substances: marijuana cocaine opiates heroin phencyclidine amphetamines methamphetamines fentanyl norfentanyl methylenedioxymethamphetamine (MDMA) methylenedioxyamphetamine (MDA) and opioids.
ADVISORY: Use of cannabidiol (CBD) products may result in a positive drug test for marijuana. DLA employees are subject to Federal law and under Federal law Marijuana is illegal.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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The Defense Logistics Agency is a combat support agency in the United States Department of Defense, with more than 26,000 civilian and military personnel throughout the world.
