Satellite Communications Technician (2009-2010) Raytheon Polar Services - Experience Antarctica!





Seeking a unique adventure as well as employment? How would you like to be one of the few people on the planet to have the opportunity to live and work at or near the geographic South Pole? Raytheon Polar Services Company is the primary contractor through the National Science Foundation (NSF) for the United States Antarctic Program . We are currently seeking Satellite Communications Technicians to deploy to McMurdo, South Pole or Palmer Antarctic Research Station for various periods of time beginning in approximately August/October of 2009. If you are interested in further pursuing this opportunity please apply online today at www.rayjobs.com/rpsc !





We are seeking both PRIMARY & ALTERNATE employees to fill all contract positions. The



primary is first in line for the position and the



alternate is next in line to deploy should the primary person be unable to meet position and/or deployment requirements.













Responsibilities:











The



Satellite Communications Technician is responsible for installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of satellite communications systems. These systems include Power Amplifiers, Antenna Controllers, Up/Down Converters, Satellite Modems, Monitoring and Control software, telemetry systems, analog/digital microwave, Direct to Line Multiplex equipment. Other responsibilities may include documentation and tracking of system changes/updates, emergency communications and disaster recovery support, supporting radio equipment and antennae, and general electronics bench work. The ability to read schematics and use a broad range of test equipment is a must.







Additional Responsibilities Include:







* Responsible for installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of C-Band, S-Band, L-Band and Ku-Band RF/Satellite communications equipment







* Maintains telemetry and antenna tracking equipment







* Maintains analog/digital microwave radio equipment, multiplex and order wire systems







* Troubleshooting and maintenance of analog to digital and digital to analog interface equipment







* Maintains electronic equipment supplies and inventory; Assists Stations and RPSC Headquarters with annual inventory re-supply order







* Provides emergency communications and disaster recovery support

* Provides RF/Satellite antenna support, repair and maintenance







* Provides general electronics support







* Performs additional duties as assigned by Communications supervisor













Qualifications:















REQUIRED SKILLS:









* High school diploma or equivalent







* Minimum of six years experience with satellite communications equipment







* Ability to troubleshoot and repair at the system level







* Strong computer skills to include experience with monitoring and control software







* Strong communication skills







* A broad range of knowledge in electronics/communications

















PREFERRED SKILLS:





* Continued education in technical courses pertaining to communication electronics







* Experience with analog/digital microwave, multiplex equipment and communication equipment power systems













Additional Polar Information:





All contract positions include competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package. For the time you are in Antarctica compensation also includes travel to and from the ice, room & board, and you are eligible for a performance-based bonus upon successful completion of your contract. FYI - Only authorized personnel are allowed on station and you need to remain on station for the duration of your contract except in case of emergency. Check out our website at www.rpsc.raytheon.com . All applicants must be able to provide proof of U.S. or New Zealand citizenship or permanent residency once employment is offered and pass strict physical, dental, and psychological (for winter-over positions) examinations in order to qualify for deployment. Offers of employment are also contingent upon ability to pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check. Failure to meet these requirements may result in withdrawal of employment offer or other employment action. All employees must also comply with applicable safety, environment, health, and waste management policies and procedure.







If you like to live on the edge and are interested in this once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, please visit www.RayJobs.com/rpsc and apply today!

Raytheon is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status, or any other protected factor.