Job Title: Tactical SATCOM O&M Support
Location: Brussels, Belgium

The Tactical SATCOM O&M Support position will support the day-to-day end users of tactical satellite systems to include but not limited to Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)/Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) Access Point (SNAP), Support Wide Area Network (SWAN), Inflatable SATCOM Antenna (ISA), and Wireless Point to Point Links (WPPL).

• Operate tactical SATCOM systems based on formal training and certification.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of network protocols and foundational network theory in daily operations.

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN) architectures.

• Implement and support routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.

• Apply switching fundamentals such as VLANs, VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).

• Utilize Cisco encryption technologies within DMVPN environments to ensure secure communications.

• Understand and apply TCP acceleration techniques to optimize performance over satellite links.

• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (Interim Secret Clearance is acceptable).

• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet applicable DCWF DoD 8140 requirements for the assigned work role (441- Network Operations Specialist, Basic) through approved certifications, or education, or military training, or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CND, Network+, Security+, CCNA, or other DoD 8140-approved higher-level certifications aligned to the assigned work role.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with satellite terminal systems is required.

• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a tactical environment operating and maintaining key satellite components, including antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs), Low Noise Blocks (LNBs), up/down converters, and various cabling types such as fiber optic, coaxial, and Ethernet. Proficiency with FDMA and TDMA satellite modems is essential.

• Demonstrated expertise in both commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures. Strong background in IP routing and switching, VoIP, Quality of Service (QoS), T1/E1 voice and data systems, and Foreign Exchange Server (FXS) configurations. Experience with MRT systems is preferred.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with Satellite Line of Sight (LOS) and Near Line of Sight (NLOS) communication methods.

• Required Certifications: Network+ and Security+.

• Able to travel to support mission up to 25%.

• Associates degree preferred, OR eleven (11) total years of recent specialized experience.

Trace Systems Inc. was founded to support and defend our nation's security interests at home and abroad-- whenever and wherever. We provide enterprise IT, engineering, full life-cycle communications, cybersecurity, cloud and virtualization services and solutions to the United States Department of Defense and other federal agencies.  

To Apply: We invite you to put your talents to work by joining a growing team of dynamic professionals here at Trace Systems! Be part of a culture at our leading-edge company where you can achieve great things while fostering a satisfying and rewarding career progression. To learn more about our current openings, text ‘tracejobs’ to 97211 or apply directly through our website at: www.tracesystems.com. #jointracesystems

Trace Systems is an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified candidates will be considered without regard to legally protected characteristics.

The Tactical SATCOM O&M Support position will support the day-to-day end users of tactical satellite systems to include but not limited to Secure Internet Protocol Router (SIPR)/Non-Secure Internet Protocol Router (NIPR) Access Point (SNAP), Support Wide Area Network (SWAN), Inflatable SATCOM Antenna (ISA), and Wireless Point to Point Links (WPPL).

• Operate tactical SATCOM systems based on formal training and certification.

• Apply in-depth knowledge of network protocols and foundational network theory in daily operations.

• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot Dynamic Multipoint Virtual Private Network (DMVPN) architectures.

• Implement and support routing protocols including OSPF, EIGRP, and RIP.

• Apply switching fundamentals such as VLANs, VLAN Trunk Protocol (VTP), Port Security, and Spanning Tree Protocol (STP).

• Utilize Cisco encryption technologies within DMVPN environments to ensure secure communications.

• Understand and apply TCP acceleration techniques to optimize performance over satellite links.

• Active, in-scope US Government issued Secret clearance (Interim Secret Clearance is acceptable).

• Due to the nature of the work and contract requirements, US Citizenship is required.
• Candidates must meet applicable DCWF DoD 8140 requirements for the assigned work role (441- Network Operations Specialist, Basic) through approved certifications, or education, or military training, or a combination thereof.
• Qualifying 8140 certifications may include CND, Network+, Security+, CCNA, or other DoD 8140-approved higher-level certifications aligned to the assigned work role.

• A minimum of seven (7) years of experience working with satellite terminal systems is required.

• Must have at least two (2) years of experience in a tactical environment operating and maintaining key satellite components, including antenna controllers, Solid State Power Amplifiers (SSPAs), Low Noise Amplifiers (LNAs), Low Noise Blocks (LNBs), up/down converters, and various cabling types such as fiber optic, coaxial, and Ethernet. Proficiency with FDMA and TDMA satellite modems is essential.

• Demonstrated expertise in both commercial and military satellite acquisition procedures. Strong background in IP routing and switching, VoIP, Quality of Service (QoS), T1/E1 voice and data systems, and Foreign Exchange Server (FXS) configurations. Experience with MRT systems is preferred.

• Knowledge and hands-on experience with Satellite Line of Sight (LOS) and Near Line of Sight (NLOS) communication methods.

• Required Certifications: Network+ and Security+.

• Able to travel to support mission up to 25%.