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Telecommunications Specialist Security Clearance
Job in
Salina, Saline County, Kansas, 67401, USA
Listed on 2026-01-07
Listing for:
Department of the Air Force
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-01-07
Job specializations:
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Engineering
Systems Engineer, Telecoms Engineering
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Duties As a TELECOMMUNICATIONS SPECIALIST GS-0391-11, you will design, deploy, install, operate, maintain, modify, and recover various types of communications transmission systems and their components. These systems transfer voice and data information within service component and to outside agencies and services. Responsible for maintaining currency requirements as a Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) Instructor or Evaluator. Joint Terminal Attack Controllers(JTAC) are the final authority in the sensor to shooter kill chain for U.S. and coalition airborne, ground and naval forces expending ground-to-ground and air-to-ground munitions in close proximity to friendly conventional and special forces.
Mission Ready currency requirements for the purposes of training entail performing duty while exposed to a variety of climates and in austere conditions. Incumbent plans and establishes tactical communications between all echelons of coalition land, sea and air forces to ensure joint air operations are conducted effectively and efficiently throughout the battlefield. Works with multi-service staffs to integrate and adapt existing systems and plans integration of future technologies to meet user requirements.
Provides technical assistance, guidance and training to users on all current and new equipment. Provides system design and equipment functionality defining user requirements to program managers and contractors (who manufacture tactical military ground-to-air or ground-to-ground telecommunications equipment). Instructs on all aspects of air support operations encompassing doctrine, theory, formal classroom, and field performance for joint terminal attack control tactics techniques and procedures.
Plans and controls air strikes in close proximity to U.S. and coalition forces. Develops instruction and techniques on Close Air Support doctrine, Tactics, Techniques and Procedures to other services. Develops, implements and executes all training and evaluation programs by complying with Major Command (MAJCOM), Air National Guard (ANG) and Air Force Instructions to include unit commanders training objectives, combat readiness reports, Joint Terminal Attack Control evaluations and currency requirements on any multi-purpose/bombing range.
Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment
* KANSAS AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
* This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
* Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
* Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
* Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
* Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
* May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
* Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
* Applicants must possess or be able to obtain a applicable Secret clearance within one year of appointment.
* Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas State driver's license prior to appointment Qualifications Military Grades: E-4 through E-7 Compatible Military Assignments: 1Z3X1 Must be willing and able to cross train into the compatible AFSC GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Experience, education, or training involving the knowledge of the needs of communications users; and experience using computer and automation systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Must have 1-year equivalent to at least next lower grade level. Experience, education and training that provided knowledge of communications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media; knowledge of electronic communications concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; application of specialized communications methods and analytical techniques; technical knowledge of the operational and performance characteristics of communications equipment, automated control and network management systems, transmission media, and the relationships among component parts of telecommunications systems;
and competencies in the subject matter or business processes associated with the DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force telecommunication programs. Physical Demands:
The work requires physical exertion such as bending crouching, stooping, stretching, reaching, and lifting of moderately heavy objects. Work Environment:
The work is performed in settings that requiring the use of laser safe eyewear, ear protection, or similar safety precautions involving everyday moderate risks or discomforts. Education If you are using education to qualify for this position, Undergraduate and Graduate
Education:
Major study -- electrical or…
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