Jobs › Companies › Amentum › SATCOM Technician - Ascension Island

About this SATCOM Technician - Ascension Island role at Amentum

Amentum · Onsite · OCONUS-Accension Island

Amentum is seeking a SATCOM Technician for Ascension Island to support the Space Force Range contract (SFRC).


Key Responsibilities: 

  • Operate, maintain, and troubleshoot satellite communication systems in alignment with MET training standards. 
  • Conduct routine and emergency SATCOM maintenance, including RF subsystem, antenna systems, and power distribution units. 
  • Perform AFWET diagnostic procedures and testing on wideband SATCOM terminals and associated equipment. 
  • Monitor system performance, detect anomalies, and implement corrective actions to ensure uninterrupted communications. 
  • Maintain accurate technical records, logs, and reports in accordance with Space Force protocols. 
  • Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior personnel and cross-functional teams.  
  • Perform other duties as assigned 

Minimum Requirements: 

  • AS Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
  • 5+ years and proficient with DSCS/AFWET/WGS SATCOM Earth Terminal equipment and operations. 
  • Army MET certification preferred.
  • Familiarity with military communication protocols, encryption, and cybersecurity standards preferred. 
  • Previous deployment or assignment in austere or forward-operating locations preferred. 

Additional Eligibility Qualifications: 

  • Frequently move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds 
  • Ability to drive manual transmission 
  • The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements 
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship 
  • Valid U.S. Driver’s License 
  • Valid U.S. Passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire 
Ready to apply to Amentum?
Apply to Amentum

About Amentum

Amentum has become aware of unauthorized individuals who are falsely using the Amentum name and /or logo in an attempt to solicit fees from potential job seekers. These deceptive and unauthorized individuals are soliciting money, promising placement in a position with Amentum. Please note any communication requesting any amount of money in exchange for employment with Amentum is fraudulent. These communications do not originate from Amentum and are not associated with the recruitment process. Amentum and its affiliates never charge candidates fees or payments of any kind in order to secure employment. As a precaution, we recommend you do not disclose personal or financial details to anyone a

See all jobs at Amentum →

Similar jobs

Amentum
Steam Main Propulsion Technician - Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-VA-Norfolk Onsite $64,085–$64,085
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 11h ago
Amentum
Steam Main Propulsion Technician - Gas Turbine Systems Tech Mechanical
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-VA-Norfolk Onsite $64,085–$64,085
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 11h ago
Amentum
Senior SUBLAN Technician
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-VA-Norfolk Onsite $62,400–$72,800
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 11h ago
Amentum
CNC Machine Maintenance Technician VI
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-NC-Winston Salem Onsite $83,200–$104,000
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 11h ago
Amentum
Graduate Materials Scientist
Amentum
⚡ Apply early OCONUS-UK-Warrington Onsite
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 18h ago
Amentum
Aerospace Ground Equipment (AGE) Lead Mechanic
Amentum
⚡ Apply early OCONUS-Antarctica-McMurdo Stat... Onsite
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 1d ago
Amentum
Chief Engineer
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-CO-Colorado Springs Onsite $225,500–$225,500
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 1d ago
Amentum
Finance Director
Amentum
⚡ Apply early AU-Adelaide Onsite
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 1d ago
Amentum
C-12 / King Air Lead Site Manager - New Orleans, LA
Amentum
⚡ Apply early US-LA-New Orleans Onsite $90,000–$150,000
● New 👁 Seen ✓ Applied 2d ago

Sign up for suggestions tailored to the jobs you open and the searches you save.

More jobs at Amentum

See all jobs at Amentum →

Apply now
🤖

Whoa — hold up

JobsRadar was built for real people having a rough time in their job search — not for automated requests. You're clicking way too fast and you're now temporarily blocked.

Come back later. If you're genuinely job hunting, we've got your back — just act like a human.

Catch your next role the second it’s posted.

Create a free account and we’ll watch the boards for you — the instant a job matches your search, it lands in your inbox or Telegram. No digging, no refreshing.

Create free account

Free forever · takes 30 seconds · already have one?

Get an edge on your job hunt.

Join our Telegram channel for the stuff that helps you land the role — salary benchmarks, the weekly market pulse, and new-feature drops. No spam, just signal.

Join the channel — it's free