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SATCOM Technician-December 2024
Fairfax
Dec 7, 2025
About SATCOM Technician

  SATCOM Technician

  Job Category: Information Technology

  Time Type: Full time

  Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

  Employee Type: Regular

  Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 50%

  Type of Travel: Outside Continental US

  


TEMPORARY ROLE - SET TO EXPIRE SEPTEMBER 2024

  What You’ll Get to Do:

  As a SATCOM Technician, you will be responsible for the installation of full satellite systems at various global locations. You will work as a member of a team to complete the build of all satellite subsystems including the indoor and outdoor equipment.

  More About the Role:

  Installation of full satellite systems at various global locations; including both outdoor dish assembly and indoor electronic rack assembly and configuration.

  Will be responsible for activating services, ensuring satellite acquisition from the terminal, verification of signal levels, fault isolation on any performance affecting issues, repair or replacement of satellite components that are deemed faulty, and/or peaking the system to the satellite to ensure that service is providing optimal performance.

  Provide global support for customer-required satellite Operations and Maintenance (O&M) activities; i.e. periodic PMI, circuit restorations, circuit activations, circuit troubleshooting, infrastructure repair; system relocations, etc.

  Responsible for the installation, termination, and testing of cable connections that support the satellite system during an installation or O&M project. These connections consist of both fiber and copper cables.

  Responsible for the installation of conduit, ladder racks, demarcation boxes, power runs, breaker panels, breakers, and any other infrastructure needs to support a satellite installation or O&M project.

  Responsible for interpreting and utilizing satellite interconnect (IC) drawings or wiring schematics to ensure that the system is cabled correctly between the dish and the internal electronics rack, and network management during an installation or O&M project.

  Responsible for providing effective communication of all activities, issues, concerns, and needs on a daily and/or weekly basis during a satellite installation or O&M project using formal and informal channels.

  Ensuring that all project documentation is filled out completely, grammatically correct, factual, and delivered in a timely and professional fashion. Further, the technician is responsible for communicating the details of any satellite installation or O&M activity to on-site customers before commencement and after all project activities.

  Responsible for cleaning and testing fly-away satellite terminal kits used for emergency service needs, temporary building relocation support, and disaster recovery.

  Responsible for providing site surveys that include such tasks as potential pad location, dish location, issues that may prevent proper installation of outdoor equipment, performing horizon profiles, identifying power requirements, cable distances, facility access issues, etc.

  Required Qualifications:

  TS/SCI and willingness to sit for a polygraph are required.

  Minimum of 6 years of related experience

  Must have the ability to lift, maneuver, and assemble satellite equipment of various weights and sizes (generally single-man lift of 70 lbs. and two-man lift of 150 lbs.)

  Must understand satellite signal flow and RF theory; additionally, the technician is responsible for maintaining satellite skills set and educational levels related to current customer satellite systems and potential emerging satellite technologies.

  Must be willing to travel at least 50%.

  General knowledge and experience regarding the X, Ka, C, and Ku-band satellite constellation

  Working knowledge of RF theory/technology

  Working knowledge of satellite terminal systems

  Experience and knowledge of satellite modems

  Experience working with Microsoft NT 4.0 and Windows operating system environments

  Experience with fiber-optic transceivers and L-band inter-facility link terminals

  Familiar with test and inspection equipment and troubleshooting techniques for satellite systems

  The ability to operate the following types of test equipment: Bit Error Test, Protocol analyzer, Multimeter, Spectrum Analyzer, Signal Generator, and Power Meter

  General knowledge of basic TCP/IP theory

  Personal computer-based equipment and network test applications.

  These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:

  Polygraph preferredWhat 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.

  For over 55 years, the principles of CACI’s unique, character-based culture have been the driving force behind our success.

  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, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

  Pay Range : There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, 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 (https://careers.caci.com/global/en/employee-benefits)

  The proposed salary range for this position is:

  $78,700 - $165,300

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