Engineering Technician (Mid-Level) in Vandenberg Air Force Base, CA at honor foundations

Date Posted: 8/21/2024

Job Snapshot

Job Description

Job Profile:

Engineering Technician II

JR Type:

Evergreen

Job Category:

Service Contract Act

Minimum Clearance Required to Start:

Secret

Percentage of Travel Required:

Up to 10%

Type of Travel:

Local, Outside Continental US, Outside Continental US - Hazard

Program/Opportunity Name:

Opportunity | USSF SCN Tracking Station Operations and Mission Partner Support (STORMS)

Referral Bonus Plan:

* * *

Job Description:

CACI has a great opportunity for a Vandenberg Space Force Base (VSFB) SATCOM Lead to provide Mission Essential support to the Satellite Control Network Tracking Station Operations Remote Site and Mission Partners (STORMS) contract which operates and maintains the SATCOM terminal at VSFB. 

What You'll Get To Do:

  • Performs operations and corrective/preventive maintenance on telecommunications equipment and circuits, RF equipment, secure communications equipment and computerized systems.
  • Documents operations, performance testing, troubleshooting and maintenance activities in job registers and databases.
  • Completes paperwork for equipment and spares inventories, and reports.
  • Occasionally ascends/descends a ladder on antenna towers, at heights of 40 feet or more, and constantly positions self to work on equipment mounted lower in racks.

You’ll Bring These Qualifications

  • Education:  AA/Vocational/Tech plus 3 years of experience (7 years of experience in lieu of degree) with managing/overseeing geographically separated Air Force/DoD contract operations, maintenance, and base operations functions
  • Satellite Control Network (SCN) knowledge
  • Interfacing with active-duty military and civil service personnel
  • Must be a US Citizen
  • Must be have active Secret security clearance

Required Skills:

  • Technically competent
  • Self-motivated
  • Attention to detail
  • Ability to work independently
  • Effective, professional interpersonal skills
  • Strong team player
  • Hardworking

Preferred Additional Skills: 

  • CompTIA Security+ certification 
  • Experience in troubleshooting at a system and circuit card / module level, coordinating and participating in RF and telecommunications troubleshooting efforts, and customer service for the Department of Defense. 
  • Background in operations and maintenance of DSCS/WGS satellite communications equipment. 
  • Background maintaining communications / electronics equipment. 
  • Previous experience supporting government and/or Department of Defense customers. 

What We Can Offer You:

  • We’ve been named a Best Place to Work by the Washington Post.
  • Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives.
  • We offer competitive benefits and learning and development opportunities.
  • We are mission-oriented and ever vigilant in aligning our solutions with the nation’s highest priorities.

Company Overview:

CACI is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

This posting is for a position covered by the Service Contract Labor Standards (SCA). The pay and benefits provided for this position will meet or exceed the minimum required amounts detailed in the wage determination issued by the Department of Labor and made applicable to this position, as incorporated into CACI’s government contract for the work location.

Minimum Required Hourly Wage:

$23.05

There are a host of other factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographical location, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits. Learn more here.

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