The United States Space Force (USSF) Space Operations Command (SpOC) at Peterson Space Force Base is searching for a Narrowband SATCOM Network Specialist / User Representative (NH-0391-03, GS 12/13 equivalent).
Ideal Candidate:
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent experience.
- Proven experience in IP networking and satellite communications as a Telecommunications Specialist or equivalent experience
- Well-rounded experience in SATCOM Systems and Network architecture
- Strong problem-solving skills and a keen attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, capable of collaborating across functional teams.
Description:
Come work for the US Space Force, Space Operations Command Delta 8. The incumbent serves as SATCOM Networking Specialist on the Narrowband Consolidated SATCOM System Expert (NB C-SSE) Engineering Team, responsible for large-scale and other complex or labor-intensive projects involving major Narrowband MILSATCOM (MUOS, UFO, etc.) and related network/information systems. Drives integration of networking capability and SATCOM resources to deliver capability to warfighters. This includes developing technical solutions, collaborating with the MUOS Program Office and terminal program offices, developing ops concepts, SOPs, TTPs, etc. Also supports NB C-SSE situational awareness efforts, anomaly support, as well as data and tools integration.
Serves as the Narrowband MILSATCOM expert on MUOS and related network security and key management (HAIPE, CDS, EKMS, Suite A/Suite B Algorithms, FFVS...), Multi-Level Security (MLS), client/server technologies, Internet Protocol, and Network/Cloud architectures.
Serves as User Representative, per CNSSI-4009, responsible for the development, preparation and coordination of MUOS SATCOM and related information systems security network operations processes, procedures, and system initiatives for the DoD or as directed by USSPACECOM. This includes the responsibility to guide all DoD users of MUOS in the technical areas of security and cryptographic integration, interoperability, and architectures.
Key Skills and Abilities:
1. Expert technical knowledge of satellite payload management, network management, and telecommunications systems.
2. Expert knowledge of policies, plans, objectives, requirements, and capabilities of SATCOM systems.
3. Experience in conducting studies involving both long-range and short-range plans involving the control aspect of satellite communications.
4. Skill in performing trend analyses for SATCOM terminals and satellite segments to determine technical supportability.
5. Ability to analyze technical work of satellite payloads and ground station architectures.
6. Ability to develop and maintain effective relationships and to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, including writing plans and technical documents, requirements, procedures, and technical analyses.
7. Ability to organize work, set priorities, and determine resource requirements; determine goals and strategies to achieve them; coordinate with other organizations; monitor progress, and evaluate outcomes.
8. Ability to identify problems and use sound judgment and decisions to generate and evaluate alternatives and make recommendations
Required to handle and safeguard sensitive and/or classified information in accordance with regulations to reduce potential compromise.
Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret w/SCI clearance.
This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
This position is eligible for situational telework, 2-4 days per pay period.
PCS and incentives are available.
Candidate must be able to acquire and maintain an IAM Level II Certification as outlined in DoDM 8140.03. IAM Level III is desired
Qualifications
The 0391 series has an individual occupational requirement that must be met and can be viewed here.
In addition to the above requirements you can view the experience level requirements here. Please scroll down to the 3rd section titled Administrative and Management Positions.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies as related to the series and grade of the position being filled. Final qualifications determinations will be assessed based on OPM's General Schedule Qualifications Standards found here:
Interviews: You will be contacted by e-mail and/or telephone if your application is identified as qualifying for a position being filled. An interview may be conducted. If interviewed, you will be asked to address the same knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies used to initially qualify your application for the position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
