Job Description
<strong>Description </strong><p><br></p>Summary<p><br></p>Performs a variety of complex technical functions related to the installation, maintenance, and repair of various types of communications equipment (i.e., voice, data, network, satellite). Performs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) service of DRS owned equipment on-site. Technician will also be responsible for iDirect Network Operation augmentation support, as directed by the customer, and training of local technical staff.<p><br></p><strong> Primary & Essential Accountabilities </strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Support Field Service activities</li><li>Setup and support demonstrations</li><li>Support DRS equipment in operating environments at depots, training sites, and customer field operations with training, operation, or repair</li><li>Ability to lead a technical group independently</li><li>Provide budget, cost, and schedule input for design assignments</li><li>Communicate clearly (written and oral) with other company personnel and the customer as required</li><li>Participates in preparation of proposals</li><li>Provide technical knowledge and assistance to other engineers and support personnel</li><li>Lead and direct the work of others as assigned</li><li>Support, communicate, reinforce and defend the mission, values and culture of the organization</li><li>Attend appropriate engineering, customer or business meetings</li><li>Lead less experienced engineers</li><li>Other duties as assigned</li></ul><p><br></p>Qualification Requirements<p><br></p><ul><li>Bachelorβs degree in Engineering or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience</li><li>5+ years of directly related experience</li><li>Experience with iDirect TDMA hubs</li><li>Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills</li><li>Ability to work independently as well as cooperatively in a team-oriented environment</li><li>Strong analytic and problem-solving skills</li><li>Active DoD TS/SCI Clearance required</li></ul><p><br></p>SES Space & Defense is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. SES Space & Defense is committed to workplace diversity, equity & inclusion. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal law.