Communications Engineer

Responsible for the overall operation of the Land Mobile Radio network; currently ASTRO 25 and WAVES Mass Notification System (MNS). Manage and support the Land Mobile Radio System (LMRS), and act as the primary POC for all user generated support issues. Responsible for requesting and managing frequency allocations. Responsibilities:

1. Manage the daily operations of the Land Mobile Radio system and Mass Notification System.
2. Ensure all Audio-Visual Department Performance Work Statement (PWS) requirements IAW with established department guidelines and procedures.
3. Participate in all internal and external audits.
4. Check all conventional repeater sites that support the LMRS radio network.
5. Fleet-map frequency and channel usage for all network users; reprogram radios, over the air rekey (OTAR), and troubleshoot all associated equipment.
6. Supervise all Technicians/Engineers who work on the LMRS and WAVES Mass Notification System.
7. Work with outside agencies concerning the system and provide escort services when needed.
8. Provide training for the Communication Engineers to ensure their skills are up to date on current equipment.
9. Provide fleet map annually and as directed by the COR or ACO.
10. Act as the primary POC for all user generated issues relating to the LMRS and WAVES Mass Notification System.
11. Identify improvements and make recommendations for enhancements and upgrades to the overall performance of the systems.
12. Request, manage, and allocate frequencies from the designated USG representative on behalf of the COR.
13. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

1. A valid driver’s license and the ability to obtain a U.S. Government Motor Vehicle Operator’s License and host nation Driver’s License is required.
2. Host nation Heavy Duty Driver's License.
3. High School Diploma.
4. College degree or equivalent experience.
5. Must be a U.S. Citizen.
6. Must be able to obtain and maintain valid Secret clearance.
7. Meets requirements outlined in AR 25-2 for NIPRNET access.
8. DoD Information Assurance Awareness Training.

Experience: 3-5 years experience with frequency management and fleet mapping. 3-5 years experience with radios and electronics. Skills: Capable of effectively communicating technical information in English, both written and verbal. Customer service training. Must possess a professional demeanor. Work effectively with all levels of employees, including top, middle and other supervisory levels of management. Exercise direction and good judgment, possess high-level organizational and planning skills. Supervisory Responsibilities: Supervise all Technicians/Engineers who work on the LMRS and WAVES Mass Notification System. Working Conditions: Must be capable of working in extreme weather conditions with temperatures exceeding 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Indoor and/or outdoor environment with very adverse and harsh conditions (i.e., hot, dry, desert environment with average temperatures of 30 degrees in the winter and 130 degrees in the summer months). Includes some industrial production environment conditions as well. Physical Requirements: Light work. Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. #J-18808-Ljbffr