Satellite Technician II

Req : RQ212086

Type of Requisition: Regular

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Public Trust/Other

Required:

None

Job Family: Network and Telecommunications

Skills: RF Equipment, Satellite Communications (SATCOM), Telecommunication Systems, Troubleshooting

Experience: 2 + years of related experience

US Citizenship

Required:

Yes

Job Description: Provides operational support for satellite and telecommunications systems by analyzing, maintaining, and troubleshooting RF communications infrastructure. Supports day‑to‑day operations, vendor coordination, and system optimization to meet mission requirements.

• Analyze, operate, maintain, and modify telecommunications and satellite communications systems in accordance with operational standards. Monitor performance of telecommunications systems and vendor‑provided services to ensure availability and reliability.

• Perform troubleshooting, testing, adjustment, and repair of telecommunications and satellite hardware.

• Assist with planning and coordination of telecommunications equipment moves, installations, and upgrades.

• Conduct system usage reviews and provide recommendations to improve efficiency and performance.

• Maintain technical documentation, system records, and prepare operational reports.

• Provide end‑user training and technical guidance on telecommunications features and functionality.

• Comply with all applicable security, safety, and program requirements.

• Associates’ degree in a related field or equivalent experience

• 2+ years of experience supporting telecommunications or satellite communications systems

• Experience with RF, modems, and basic SATCOM concepts preferred

Clearance:
Secret

• IAT Level I

• Super High Frequency (SHF) SATCOM Operator Course

• SHF Maintenance Course

• 401K with company match

• Comprehensive health and wellness packages

• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career

• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

• Cutting‑edge technology you can learn from

• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely hourly rate for this position is between $33.15 – $44.85. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Our benefits package for all US‑based employees includes a variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts, dental plan options, a vision plan, and a 401(k) plan offering the ability to contribute both pre and post‑tax dollars up to the IRS annual limits and receive a company match. To encourage work/life balance, GDIT offers employees full flex work weeks where possible and a variety of paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave.

To ensure our employees are able to protect their income, other offerings such as short and long‑term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance are provided or available. We regularly review our Total Rewards package to ensure our offerings are competitive and reflect what our employees have told us they value most.

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers consulting, technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber and application development.

Together with our clients, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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