SilverEdge
Telecommunications Specialist-TCS
SilverEdge, Herndon, VA
Overview
SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a Telecommunications Specialist-TCS to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a pivotal role in supporting Sponsor communications-based projects and providing engineering expertise to meet mission-critical requirements.
Role Overview
The Telecommunications Specialist-TCS will provide senior-level project management, administrative, and engineering support for tactical communications-based projects. The role involves direct engagement with Sponsor systems and procedures, ensuring high-quality installation, training, and support in both CONUS and OCONUS environments, including potentially hazardous areas.
Primary Duties
Required Qualifications
Desired Qualifications
About SilverEdge
SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world's most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies. SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
SilverEdge is a premier provider of innovative cyber, software, and intelligence solutions, addressing mission-critical challenges for the Department of Defense (DoD), Intelligence Community (IC), and beyond. We are dedicated to delivering impactful results to meet mission goals through cutting-edge technology and expertise. We are seeking a Telecommunications Specialist-TCS to join our dynamic team. This individual will play a pivotal role in supporting Sponsor communications-based projects and providing engineering expertise to meet mission-critical requirements.
Role Overview
The Telecommunications Specialist-TCS will provide senior-level project management, administrative, and engineering support for tactical communications-based projects. The role involves direct engagement with Sponsor systems and procedures, ensuring high-quality installation, training, and support in both CONUS and OCONUS environments, including potentially hazardous areas.
Primary Duties
- Provide senior-level project management and engineering support for Sponsor communications-based projects.
- Work directly with Sponsor tactical communications systems, including ICOM, Motorola, and Harris equipment.
- Manage and implement systems, including BASIS and GENESIS, and prepare approval memos and messages.
- Conduct comprehensive site surveys and clearly document results.
- Perform installations, modifications, and upgrades of specialized equipment and systems.
- Conduct testing, identification, and resolution of Tier 1 and Tier 2 equipment and system issues.
- Adhere to security and safety standards, counterintelligence protocols, and communications policies.
- Explain technical procedures and results to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Train personnel in current installation procedures and field operations.
- Respond to customer tactical requirements with clear and actionable solutions.
- Oversee procurement processes and maintain compliance with relevant policies and regulations.
- Perform extended TDYs in hazardous environments as required.
- Complete Fall Protection training and work safely at heights.
Required Qualifications
- Clearance: TS/SCI with Polygraph.
- Bachelor's degree (equivalent experience may be substituted for education).
- Minimum of 6 years of professional experience in tactical communications projects and design.
- Direct experience with Sponsor systems, including BASIS, GENESIS, and related processes.
- Solid knowledge of tactical systems and strong understanding of current installation procedures (CIP).
- Proven ability to independently perform specialized equipment and system installations, modifications, and upgrades.
- Strong knowledge of RF concepts and tactical systems.
- Ability to adhere to security and safety standards and perform in both independent and team environments.
- Medically and administratively cleared for OCONUS travel, including hazardous areas.
- Willingness and capability to qualify for weapons training.
Desired Qualifications
- Tower Climbing Certification or willingness to complete Fall Protection training.
- Strong knowledge of procurement processes and related regulations.
- Ability to clearly articulate technical procedures and results to diverse audiences.
- Experience in training personnel on communications systems and procedures.
- Achieve Level 1 Sponsor Certification within one year of hire.
- Tower Climbing Certification (or willingness to obtain).
- Fall Protection training.
- Up to 50% OCONUS travel, including potentially hazardous areas, as required.
- Up to 10% CONUS travel, as required.
- Travel requirements are subject to the needs of the Customer and may vary.
About SilverEdge
SilverEdge Government Solutions was founded on the belief that nurturing talent and collaborating closely with our customers enables us to think big and deliver the best for our country. Our mission is to bring top technology talent together to solve the world's most challenging problems while protecting the United States and our allies. SilverEdge Government Solutions, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and applicants receive lawful consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.