Facility HF Communications Technician / Specialist

Position Overview

The HF Communications Technician/Specialist provides fixed site installation and maintenance support for a variety of telecommunications systems. This role involves installation, testing, and exercising of radio systems along with protective measures against hazards such as EMP, lightning, power surges/sags, and electrical noise. You will also troubleshoot and repair operational and technical issues, execute preventative maintenance programs, and operate equipment including LF, MF, HF, LMR, Satellite, Wi-Fi, microwave, and telephone (PBX). This position is based in Arlington, Virginia with some travel within the National Capital Region. Please submit a cover letter and resume to employment@eagle-horizon.com.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide fixed site installation and maintenance support for communications systems.
• Install, test, and exercise radio systems and protective measures (EMP, lightning, power surges/sags, electrical noise, etc.).
• Troubleshoot and repair operational and technical issues.
• Execute preventative maintenance programs.
• Operate telecommunications equipment including LF, MF, HF, LMR, Satellite, Wi-Fi, microwave, and telephone (PBX).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• HF radio license
• Experience with HF radio systems

Preferred Qualifications

• TS clearance and current or recent SCI (sponsorship available if needed)
• Knowledge of Continuity/Resilient communications
• Understanding of electromagnetic interference, including Electromagnetic Pulse countermeasures