Description
The satellite communication systems specialist supervises, installs, operates and maintains tactical through strategic multichannel satellite communications ground terminals, systems, networks and associated equipment. Supervises, installs, operates and maintains strategic earth terminal complexes to include associated antennas, ground terminals, technical control facilities, multiplexing and COMSEC equipment. Performs engineering quality control and continuity testing of circuits, trunks, links, systems, and facilities.
Core Skills
- satellite communications operations
- SATCOM terminal installation and maintenance
- RF and antenna theory
- link budget and path analysis
- multiplexing and signal routing
- technical control operations
- COMSEC handling and key management
- fault isolation and troubleshooting
- quality control and continuity testing
- documentation and technical reporting
- team supervision and training
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco CCNA
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Network Engineer Associate
- GVF (Global VSAT Forum) VSAT Installation & Maintenance Certification
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Civilian Career Paths
- SATELLITE COMMUNICATIONS
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- RADIO FREQUENCY ENGINEERING
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