Fset - Radio Frequency (Rf) Engineer (Mid-level)

  • Rota
  • Serco North America
Position Description: Join Serco in support of the Fleet Systems Engineering Team - known as the FSET. This is a Rota, Spain based position supporting Navy Information Warfare Systems Command (NAVWAR) Fleet Readiness Directorate (FRD). The FSET program facilitates the effective operation of all NAVWAR afloat and ashore C4I systems throughout the entire Operational Fleet Readiness Plan (OFRP) cycle. The FSET program is responsible to supply senior technical advisors and system engineers that provide end-to-end C4I systems engineering support to all Numbered Fleet Command ships, Carrier and Expeditionary Strike Groups (CSGs, ESGs), Amphibious Ready Groups and at global locations that support forward deployed Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) ships throughout each OFRP phase. The FSET program provides systems engineering and technical support for the rapid introduction of new capabilities into the Fleet through fleet experimentation and operational fleet exercises in-port and underway. FSET program support is focused on OFRP phases that start at initial workup through deployment, and during maintenance and upkeep periods. FSET engineers also provide technical C4I and systems engineering support services to Shore facilities. Fleet Systems Engineers (FSE) conduct on-site troubleshooting and maintenance assistance for problems that cross multiple Navy Command, Control, Communications, Computers, Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance (C4ISR) systems, provide over-the-shoulder training, and assist Fleet customers with executing various system-of-systems technical processes. FSEs also observe C4I system performance and provide critical feedback regarding computer network defense status and to ensure Navy C4I systems are expeditiously restored in the event of system malfunction, attack, cyber-attack, or other system impacting incident. FSEs coordinate and provide repair of installed C4I systems and other systems engineering services as required. In this role, you will: - Be a Radio Frequency (RF) Engineer for the FSET providing support to NAVWAR C4I Program of Record (POR) RF and networking systems. - Interface with senior military and government leadership through regular communications and active engagement. - Provide systems level engineering expertise to support NAVWAR POR RF systems and networking auxiliary systems (e.g., NMT, WSC-6, CBSP, EHF, DMR, URT-23) - Be deployable to support Navy operational requirements, Navy exercises and other NAVWAR FRD specific projects. - This is a non-supervisory position. Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you will have: - Bachelor of Science degree in Information Technology or Communications Technology fields or equivalent experience. - Two (2) years of direct working knowledge with the operation and maintenance of Navy satellite systems (e.g., NMT, WSC-6, CBSP). - Two (2) years of direct working knowledge with the operation and maintenance of Navy line of sight systems (e.g., DMR, URT-23, URC-131) - An active Secret clearance with eligibility to upgrade to Top Secret. - Travel will be required up to 25% primarily underway on Navy ships or to CONUS and OCONUS locations. - Must hold valid US passport. - Must be located within one hour from Naval Station Rota, Rota, Spain. If you are interested in supporting and working with our U.S. Department of Defense and a passionate Serco team Military Veterans and Spouses encouraged to apply! Company Overview: Serco Inc. (Serco) is the Americas division of Serco Group, plc. Serco serves every branch of the U.S. military, numerous U.S. Federal civilian agencies, the Intelligence Community, the Canadian government, state and local governments, and commercial clients. We help our clients deliver vital services more efficiently while increasing the satisfaction of their end customers. Headquartered in Herndon, Virginia, Serco Americas has over 9,000 employees and is part of a $4 billion global business that helps transform government and public services around the world. At Serco, our employees are our most valuable asset - we listen, respect and support them throughout their career at Serco. We invite you to become part of our dynamic team. Serco is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversifying our workforce (Race/ Color/ Sex/ Sexual Orientation/ Gender Identity/ Religion/ National Origin/ Disability/ Vets). COVID-19 Regulations: Serco complies with all applicable COVID-19 requirements. This may require employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19, provide attestations regarding vaccination status and/or COVID-19 testing, or satisfy other conditions of employment that Serco deems appropriate, and employees may be required to show proof of vaccination and/or negative COVID-19 test results as a condition of employment (except in limited circumstances where an employee is legally entitled to an accommodation).