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Gilat DataPath

Electronics Technician (54102)

Gilat DataPath, Duluth, Georgia, United States, 30155

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Overview DataPath is a global leader in satellite-based communications solutions that solve our customers’ toughest communications challenges in urgent time frames and under extreme conditions. We specialize in enabling complex communication networks that are critical to the operations of the Department of War, civilian government and commercial markets. DataPath is a dynamic and growing company where we pursue excellence, innovation and speed — and our employees who embrace these values are the greatest contributors to our continued success. We want creative talent to help assure the continued growth of our innovative technology to develop solutions to help our customers connect anywhere, anytime.

We are currently recruiting for a position to support our US Government contract sustaining fielded V1 and V2 AN/TSC-198 systems of Very Small Aperture Terminals (VSAT’s) in our Duluth, Ga facility. The candidate would perform intermediate repair of system components, ensure mission capable status of spares/demo equipment, and support worldwide fielded units as required.

Roles & Responsibilities

Troubleshoot and diagnose technical issues related to SATCOM terminals

Demonstrate progressively increasing responsibility in installation, troubleshooting, and maintenance of communications and electronics equipment in support of the VSAT terminals

Capability to distinguish between hardware and software problems in multi-vendor systems

Planning and performing installation, test, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair for communications and electronics equipment

Ensure operational status of spare units

Provide depot-level support to field personnel; work with world-wide field sites to troubleshoot and repair SATCOM systems

Perform assigned tasks in a professional manner and IAW established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)

Apply comprehensive technical knowledge to solve complex problems

Read and interpret engineering drawings

Communicate technical information clearly both verbal and in writing

Document all work performed and maintain accurate records

Provide technical reports as necessary

Perform other duties as assigned.

CONUS and OCONUS travel possible

Minimum Qualifications

Must be a U.S. citizen.

Must possess good written and verbal communication skills.

Active US Department of Defense (DoD) Secret clearance

Will consider certain candidates without a clearance if candidate is able to acquire one

High school diploma or equivalent

4-years military experience in related fields with advanced commercial certification instead of education can be used to substitute the high school diploma

Minimum three (3) years-experience with repairs or refurbishment of SATCOM or SATCOM related equipment.

Knowledge of SATCOM networks and terminals

Strong grasp of satellite communications operational theory

Highly Desired Qualifications

Mid-level RF technician with at least 5 years of experience

Ability to troubleshooting RF networks

Ability to use a Spectrum Analyzer

Full spectrum testing of HPA’s and LNB’s

Plotting and capturing test data

Ability to use a Power Meter, for bench testing output of HPA’s

Ability to use TDMA and FDMA modems

Experience with creating diagrams for signal flow, wiring and cabling

Ability to Build signal and RF cables

Soldering experience, cables and circuit boards

Component level troubleshooting and repair of electronic/communications items.

Familiarity with SATCOM components

Antenna Control Unit (ACU), satellite acquisition

SSPA/HPA, LNA/LNB - Low Noise

Fiber/Coax/Ethernet Cable Work

FDMA/TDMA modems (satellite modems)

Up-converters, down-converters

Ka & Ku-band Satellite Terminals

DataPath is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse global culture that values teamwork, integrity, innovation, leadership, and an unwavering commitment to our customers.

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