Commercial Broadband Satellite Program; CBSP Specialist

Overview

Centurum is seeking a highly skilled Commercial Broadband Satellite Program (CBSP) Specialist to support critical U.S. Navy shipboard communication systems. This role is essential to ensuring the readiness, reliability, and modernization of CBSP systems across the fleet. The ideal candidate will bring hands‑on technical expertise, strong troubleshooting ability, and experience supporting shipboard RF communication systems. An active Secret clearance is required due to the sensitive nature of the work and direct support to Navy operations.

• Provide full lifecycle CBSP Program of Record sustainment, modernization, and engineering support, including Modernization efforts, Software Loading, System Operation Verification Testing (SOVT), Pre‑Installation Testing Check‑Out (PITCO), Pre‑Installation and Checkout (PICO), and support for Trouble Tickets and CASREPs.
• Support Combat Systems, Command, Control, Communications, and Computer Readiness Assessment (C5RA), INSURV, System Grooms/Repairs, Total Ship’s Readiness Assessment (TSRA), DGSIT, System Operational Testing (SOT), On‑Board Technical Assist (OBTA), Distant Support, Technical Assist Visit Report (TAVR) preparation, and above‑deck equipment refurbishment.
• Conduct CONUS/OCONUS on‑site technical assist visits to troubleshoot system issues, test and verify system performance, identify failed components, and support existing lab assets.
• Provide on‑site support for software installation and system turnover, including system production and assembly, testing, staging, shipping, installation, SOVT, training, and operational cutover.
• Deliver clear task status updates and oral briefings to senior Navy personnel, and develop technical instructions, procedures, schematics, and system documentation.

Education:

• Technical training in a relevant technical or engineering field, or formal electronics training from a Technical School or Class A/B Military Electronics or Communications School.

Experience:

• Minimum of five years of hands‑on Radio Frequency Communication Systems experience.
• Demonstrated in‑service sustainment engineering experience including design, development, testing, evaluation, and maintenance supporting Navy CBSP or comparable shipboard communication systems.

• Active Secret Clearance.
• Ability to distinguish colors, perform fine motor tasks, stand for extended periods, and lift or carry up to 50 lbs.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and verbal.
• Ability to engage professionally and effectively with technical and management personnel.

• Candidates must show extensive hands‑on experience with:
• Physical and functional network configuration
• Diagnostic and troubleshooting processes
• Current CBSP system variants and installations
• CBSP‑specific test equipment
• Technical documentation and troubleshooting aids
• End‑to‑end architecture for each CBSP system variant

Full‑time employees are eligible for the following benefits enrollment from their date of hire:

• Health Insurance – Centurum provides insurance for employee and dependent in a comprehensive package. Coverage for vision care is included. This option is available on a cost‑sharing basis.
• Dental Insurance – Available in conjunction with Health Insurance for an additional cost. Provides oral maintenance care for employee and dependent.
• Basic Life Insurance – Company provided benefit for all full‑time employees.
• Supplemental Life Insurance – Optional life insurance coverage to employees at group rates.
• Dependant Life Insurance – Optional coverage for dependents at a group rate.
• Long Term Disability Insurance – Optional coverage available to employees at group rates.
• Vacation and Sick Leave – Leave accrual is determined by length of service.
• Holidays – The company observes ten paid holidays each year.
• Retirement 401(k) Plan – Centurum’s corporate benefits package includes 401K with a company bi‑weekly match and a year‑end profit‑sharing company match for all eligible employees. Investments can be made into selected funds under this plan.

Centurum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing employment opportunities for all persons without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, marital status, citizenship or any other characteristic protected by U.S. law. Centurum makes reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities.