Telecommunications Technician Professional - Ascension Island

Amentum is seeking   a  Telecommunications Technician Professional    – Ascension Island   to support the Space Force Range contract.    Key Responsibilities   Perform electrical, mechanical and RF troubleshooting to  determine  problems in equipment   Dismantle, adjust, repair, calibrate, align,  assemble  and  operate  equipment   Responsible for property inventory, control of supply parts and tools, and quality assurance   Responsible for working with Depot Property Manager to ensure calibration of Eastern Range test equipment   Maintain station logs, documentation, and records   Working knowledge of computer networks and  serial to  ethernet conversion.   Operate timing CS-5 count distribution equipment, Time comparison with US Naval Observatory atomic clock (TWSTT), IRIG time codes and distribution, and GPS receivers   Perform technical duties in Tech Control environment   Support routine test operations, checkouts, and modifications   Operate and maintain TMS-3000 multiplexors, Orion DRCS, AUTODIN, ATM networking equipment, and various KG devices   Support other duties as assigned in above areas   Train in all areas of Ascension Communications and  assist  in the training of other employees   Perform other duties as assigned   Minimum   Requirements:   AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience   Two (2) years of communications operations and maintenance experience    Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Products; Word, Excel, PowerPoint,  Access  and Outlook   Experience  utilizing  test and diagnostic measurement equipment,  Fireberd  digital test set, network analyzers, multi- meters  and oscilloscopes   Experience with troubleshooting of electronic equipment/systems   Knowledge, understanding, and familiarity with the operation and maintenance of military satellite communications equipment including the antenna system, RF  transmit  and receive subsystems, and satellite modems and digital interface equipment, preferred   Knowledge, understanding, and familiarity with the operation and maintenance of Tech Control, data transmission systems, digital switching equipment, patch panels, audio amplifiers, and signal conditioning equipment, preferred   Working knowledge of U.S. Air Force Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS), preferred   Additional Eligibility Qualifications   Ability to move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds     Ability to ascend/descend and traverse work areas at heights of 20 feet or more     Ability to drive manual transmission   The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements   Must be able to obtain and   maintain   a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship   Valid U.S. Driver’s License   Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within   60 days   of hire   Compensation Details: $68,000 - $71,000 annually         The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws. Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid time off and holidays Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching) Educational reimbursement Parental leave Employee stock purchase plan Tax-saving options Disability and life insurance Pet insurance Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits. Original Posting: 07/15/2026 - Until Filled Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs. Amentum is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, ancestry, United States military or veteran status, color, religion, creed,  marital or domestic partner status, medical condition, genetic information, national origin, citizenship status, low-income status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law. 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