Our NORAD Operations GroupSelected by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center’s Strategic Warning and Surveillance Systems Division for Operations, Maintenance, and Sustainment (OM&S) of critical mission systems for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC), we support the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II).Since 2020, through the (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II), has provided: Operations, maintenance, and Sustainment of current and legacy systems for the surveillance and cataloging of manmade objects in space. Mitigation of orbital conflicts. Threat warnings and control from airborne, land-based, and space-based systems for threat activities. Operations and maintenance of classified communications. Software development and integration.NISSC II supports the classified communications and processing for Command and Control (C2) capability and legacy space C2 systems located at: Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), Colorado Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), Colorado Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska Vandenberg Space Force Base, California Numerous sensor and forward operator sites around the worldDescription of Duties:The Cable Technician supports North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) on the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II). The candidate will: Install and maintain underground, buried, copper core, and fiber-optic cables supporting systems for command and control, communications, and computers. Plan, maintain, and install all cable and communication conveyance systems. Process formal customer requests and develop technical solutions. Maintains cable installation records and schematics using a database. Performs configuration control for all communications cables and conveyances for CMSFS. Focal point for any/all questions concerning authorized access to the CMAFS bellows; maintains access list, log all information on the master station log, alarm/de-alarm, and maintain combinations. Resolve project installation and maintenance troubles by using project sketches, drawings, project directives, diagrams, and Technical Orders. Follow project installation and maintenance actions and repair procedures. Conduct system tests to assess cable capabilities and serviceability. Coordinate operations with using activities. Install, inspect, and evaluate cable installation, and maintenance actions. Evaluate inspection reports and analyze survey and test results. Process Civil Engineer work clearance requests; locate mark and record underground communication cables. Operate and maintain special tools, test equipment, auxiliary equipment, and special vehicles. Troubleshoot, repair, and replace fiber optic, transceivers, and modems. Knowledge/certification of mechanical and fusion fiber optic splices/connectors.The successful candidate will:This position will be filled and work onsite at Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station, in Colorado Springs, COResumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as one of our teammate companies.Basic Requirements: Clearance Requirements: Active Secret Clearance Educational Requirements: H.S. Diploma or GED 2 years of directly related experience. 4 years of general work history Experience planning, maintaining, and installing all cable and communication conveyance systems.Desired Requirements: Experience working with an Air/Space Force customer in a high-paced environment. Experience with Air/Space Force processes/tools for tracking projects, maintenance schedules, and updating cable equipment and facing records. A good working knowledge of EIA 568A/B cabling standards.This position is expected to pay $67,000 - $77,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.#cjpostThe position for which you are applying requires a US Department of Defense security clearance. This is to advise you that if you possess dual citizenship (i.e., a citizen of the US and another country), to be granted a clearance, you will be required to relinquish your citizenship in the foreign country.Essential Functions:Communication Will need to have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Position may require you to communicate verbally, and/or in writing, with a variety of government, military, and contractor personnel at all levels.Work Environment Work will be performed inside a large facility. Work environment may be a cubicle (considerations: close quarters, low to moderate noise, bright or dim lighting). Work assignments vary based on client requirements. Outside work may include various environmental conditions including hot, dusty, cold, icy, and windy climates.Physical Requirements Position will require extended periods of sitting while on PC/laptop or phone. Position will require lifting and carrying boxes of supplies or files up to 25 lbs. Position will require climbing, working at heights, and in small, confined spaces such as under raised floors, inside closets, and server racks. Position will require sitting, stooping, kneeling, and/or crouching for long periods of time. Position will require work in noisy areas with hotter and colder temperatures than standard office environmental conditions. Position will require lifting and/or transporting equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. There is a possibility that due to parking availability and the location of work, traveling moderate to long distances may be required.Equipment and Machines General office equipment, which includes telephone, fax machine, copier, PC/laptop, and other miscellaneous office equipment. Servers, switches, routers, and other computer equipment that supports the network environment. Operating hand tools, power tools, ladders, and test equipment. May require operating motor vehicles.Attendance Regular attendance following the established work schedule is mandatory. Shift Work is required to support operations. The candidate chosen for this position will work varying shifts It is important to be able to work any shift/designated hours required. You may be asked to continue performance during inclement weather or other conditions when others are not permitted to work. Position may require night and weekend work and could include travel with the military to participate in operations/exercises located in areas with field conditions You may be asked to continue performance in support of a war, contingency, or exerciseTravel Commuting between locations may be required daily (30-minute drive). May require operating motor vehicles for commuting between locations.Other Essential Functions Candidate must exhibit professional behavior that promotes teamwork, fosters cooperation, and enhances productivity in the workplace. Must be well organized with the ability to coordinate, prioritize, and execute multiple tasks simultaneously in a high-pressure environment. Grooming and dress are usually business casual but dependent on the client’s standards. Must not pose a safety hazard to employees working in the same general area.
