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Telecommunications Engineer

Arcfield

Newport, Rhode Island

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Artificial Intelligence (AI), Atmospheric Sciences, Avaya Software, Cloud Computing, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, CompTIA Security+, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), Design Services, Documentation, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Equipment Specification, Establish Priorities, Federal Contracts, Federal Government, Government, Government Contracts, Identify Issues, Internet Security, Machine Learning, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Product Family, Microsoft Visio, Military, Multitasking, Network Administration/Management, Network Performance/Analysis, Operational Support, Operations, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Reporting Skills, Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Simulation, Speech Technology, System Operations, Technical Analysis, Technical Delivery, Technical Writing, Telecommunications, Telephony, Testing, Time Management, Trend Analysis, Unified Communications, VoIP (Voice over IP), Willing to Travel
LOCATION
Newport, Rhode Island
POSTED
30+ days ago
Arcfield Overview: Arcfield was purpose-built to relentlessly protect the nation and its allies from today’s national security threats. We have nearly 70 years of proven expertise and excel in space superiority, hypersonic defense and nuclear deterrence, digital transformation, and surface and undersea warfare domains. Our solution areas include space mission engineering, atmospheric science, digital engineering, mission assurance, and advances in modeling and simulation that together with our enterprise-wide adoption of artificial intelligence and machine learning, lead to better systems and timely, reliable decision-making. Headquartered in Chantilly, VA with 18 North American offices, Arcfield employs 2,200 engineers, scientists, analysts, IT specialists and other professionals who challenge the status quo to deliver an efficient technological advantage to our national security and defense partners. Responsibilities:
  • Expertise carrier class telecommunication engineering practices and standards in system designs and operation.
  • Familiarity with cloud-based communications systems with enterprise grade voice, IM/messaging, meetings, conferencing and collaboration
  • Support voice engineering initiatives for all project-related and ongoing operations support for voice communications services
  • Support infrastructure that is relied upon on a 24x7 basis
  • Actively monitor and conduct trend analysis for telecommunication networks to proactively identify performance issues ensuring highest availability of critical network.
  • Conducts engineering studies; prepares technical reports; compiles data evaluating and justifying requests for equipment and services. Produce and maintain relevant documentation and drawings for all telecommunication systems and projects.
  • Evaluates telecommunications systems and requirements and recommends modifications and/or new equipment; analyzes technical problems and recommends appropriate corrective measures.
  • Conducts technical field surveys to develop detailed system design criteria; prepares equipment specifications and evaluates equipment to determine compliance with DISA specifications.
Qualifications:
  • HS and 6-8 tears experience
  • Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing on technical subjects to technical and non-technical people (all levels)
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task
  • Proficient with installation and management of Avaya Aura Communication Manager 8 or higher
  • Design experience with Avaya Unified Communication products
  • Installation, configuration, upgrade, and troubleshooting of Avaya G450 Gateways
  • One (1) of the following Avaya Certifications is required:
    • Avaya Certified Solutions Architect (ACSA) or...
    • Avaya Certified Solution Specialist (ACSS) or...
    • Avaya Certified Implementation Specialist (ACIS)
  • CompTIA Security+ Certification
  • Experience with Cybersecurity configurations and security implementation tools
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office products such as Visio for documentation and drawings
  • Position requires the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance with the US government
  • Ability to obtain a US passport, active passport preferred
  • Travel Requirements: Some travel may be required within United States and Internationally. (Roughly 5%)

Additional Skills of interest (not required):

  • Experience with VoIP phone systems preferred, including installing, troubleshooting, and maintaining network-based telephone equipment and supporting daily telecommunications operations.
  • Active Secret security clearance
  • Military or government experience preferred but not necessary
Equal Pay Act: This is the projected compensation range for this position. There are differentiating factors that can impact a final salary/hourly rate, including, but not limited to, Contract Wage Determination, relevant work experience, skills and competencies that align to the specified role, geographic location (For Remote Opportunities), education and certifications as well as Federal Government Contract Labor categories. In addition, Arcfield invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Arcfield ’s benefits offerings include, dependent upon position, Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, Short Term and Long-Term Disability, Retirement and Savings, Learning and Development opportunities, wellness programs as well as other optional benefit elections. Min: $60,750.38 Max: $105,633.13 EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and federal government contractor. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment as protected by law.

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