BAE Systems is hiring: Shipboard Radio Communications Systems Technician in Ches

**Job Description**

The selected candidate will test, troubleshoot, repair, and operate installed Radio Communications Systems on various classes of US Navy and US Coast Guard ships. Shipboard testing is in support of CSSQT, BMD, CSAT, Aegis Modernization, and during ships training and operational cycles.

The selected candidate must have an in-depth knowledge of US Navy communications architecture, applications, and equipment/systems configuration, and troubleshooting procedures.

Systems/equipment testing includes (but not limited to) the following:

AN/WSC-3 (V)

DMR

HFRG, URT-23, HFDAG

NMT

Link 16 (LOS, STJ, MTJ, UTJ)

SA-2112 SAS/BAS and Red Phones

TVS

Crypto Systems

NAVMACS

CDLMS

Couplers and Antenna Systems

JTIDS/MOS

This position requires travel up 25%. Travel locations include (but not limited to) San Diego, CA, Pacific Northwest, Mayport FL, Honolulu HI, Japan, Spain, Scotland, and Greece. May also require getting underway on US Navy and US Coast Guard ships for short periods of time.

The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate for Tech IV $27.42/hour.

This position is located in Chesapeake VA.. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to Chesapeake VA or surrounding areas.

**Required Education, Experience, & Skills**

High school diploma and at least 4 years of related experience

US Navy ET with shipboard/submarine experience

US Navy A School

Ability to set-up and operate complex US Navy communications systems

Ability to effectively train and interact with shipboard personnel

Ability to travel (up to 25%)

Ability to get underway on US Navy and US Coast Guard ships

Ability to work in an industrial environment and wear all required PPE

Ability to work at heights

Able to work independently or as part of a team

**Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills**

Valid US passport

Experience as a technical instructor

Shipboard Communications equipment maintenance experience

CG, DDG, CVN, LCS ship class experience

Navy Computer and Telecommunication Station

**Pay Information**

This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.

Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.

**Shipboard Radio Communications Systems Technician**

**105349BR**

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