Job Information
NANA Regional Corporation Shipboard Telecom Field Engineer in Suffolk, Virginia
Overview
Work Where it Matters
Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.
At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.
For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.
For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.
As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
Job Summary:
ASE is looking for a Shipboard Telecom Field Engineer needed for communication networks onboard United States Navy ships. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!
Job Responsibilities:
Researches, develops, designs, tests, and evaluates electrical components, equipment, and systems, applying principles and techniques of electrical engineering.
Designs electrical equipment, facilities, components, products, and systems for commercial, industrial, and domestic purposes.
Designs, and may direct engineering personnel in, fabrication of test control apparatus and equipment, and determines methods, procedures, and conditions for testing products.
Performs work under general supervision.
Handles moderately complex issues and problems and refers more complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses solid working knowledge of subject matter.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
Experience performing or assisting with new installations and/or life cycle upgrades for shipboard interior communications systems.
Experience performing repair activities in order to return equipment, system, or network to normal operational status.
Experience performing technical support related to the design, development, production, or testing of shipboard systems.
Experience in responding and updating trouble calls utilizing REMEDY or other applicable system as needed.
Experience in Interface with shipboard personnel, US Navy engineers, OEMs, and vendors to prepare equipment for installation, testing, and/or troubleshooting.
2-4 years' experience.
Current Secret clearance or ability to obtain is required.
Be willing to travel CONUS and OCONUS for ship support.
Knowledge of Telephony and Voice over IP systems including operation, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and network requirements.
Knowledge of IT networks and services.
Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing for technical briefs, project briefs, reports, and documentation.
Self-motivated with ability to work independently.
Bachelor' Degree or years or experience can be in lieu of education.
Knowledge of test instruments and their application to communications and IT network systems.
Prior experience with shipboard installations processes and controls.
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We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).
Job: Engineering/Design
Travel: Yes, 25% of the time
Organization: ASE - Akima Systems Engineering
Clearance: Able to Obtain Secret
Work Type: On-Site
Remote: No
ReqID: 2024-3681