Duties:

• Operate and perform unit and field-level maintenance and emergency interventions on the Satellite Anchor Component and associated communications facilities, and terrestrial links (DLOS, Fibre) terminating at the SAC site.
• Maintain SAC site logs and ensure proper outage reporting.
• Activate circuits in accordance with circuit work orders.
• Operate and maintain data networks to provide reach-back/backhaul anchoring for deployed NATO forces.
• Provide feedback to the Chief Technician and Station Engineers for internal training program improvements, ensuring maintenance personnel comply with prescribed procedures.
• Participate in On-the-Job-Training (OJT) programs to complement official NCIA Academy training programs.
• Perform all duties requested by Station Command related to the daily functioning of the site and its position within NCIA, NATO, and the local community.
• Deputize for higher-grade staff, if required.
• Perform other duties as may be required.

Requirements:

• Higher vocational training in a relevant discipline with 2 years of post-related experience, or a secondary educational qualification with 4 years of post-related experience.
• At least 2 years' experience in the operation or maintenance of satellite ground terminals/stations, or related systems such as radars or Line-Of-Sight.
• Essential experience in:
  • Antenna sub-systems (radome, feed horn, reflector, pedestal, waveguides, tracking receiver, servo, and drive equipment), including fault diagnosis and repair.
  • Transmit and receive chains (up and down converters, Low Noise Amplifiers, High Power Amplifiers).
  • MODEMs, cryptographic equipment, routers, and switches.
  • Computer-assisted Monitor and Control System (M&CS) for system supervision.
  • GPS-disciplined Frequency Reference Standards and associated distribution systems.
  • Fibre Optical cables and other tails systems.
• In-depth knowledge of digital techniques.
• Knowledge of TCP/IP fundamentals, video transmission principles, and telecommunications quality assurance practices.
• Experience in testing and maintenance of modern communications systems.
• Proven ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, with tact and diplomacy, and strong briefing skills.

Desirable:

• Experience in online performance, accounting, fault, security, and configuration management of digital networks and associated transmission systems, including packet switching systems supporting voice & data transfer.
• Prior experience working in an international environment with both military and civilian elements.
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT.