Radio Technician State Department Secret Clearance Half International Travel and Springfield Virginia Job Listing at Tetra Tech in Springfield, VA (Job ID 48307)

Description

Tetra Tech is adding a Radio Tech for State Department IRM (Bureau of Information Resource Management) in Springfield, Virginia. Position includes international travel and requires an Interim Secret Clearance or higher.

Why Tetra Tech:

At Tetra Tech, we are Leading with Science to solve the world's most complex challenges.  Our industry-leading experts in engineering and consulting are committed to driving positive change in communities around the world.  For over 50 years, we have been at the forefront of innovation and sustainability.  Today we stand as a market leader, offering cutting-edge solutions in water, environment, energy, and international development.  Our work has improved more than 625 million lives around the world.

Your Impact:

Join Tetra Tech to make a real difference.  Our work leverages cutting-edge technologies, advanced analytics, and the expertise of world-class scientists and engineers to create meaningful change around the world. Discover your full potential – join us to advance your career while leaving a lasting legacy.

Your Role:

• Perform complex troubleshooting and full range of radio communications technician assignments.
• Assist and perform ground-based radio communications systems planning, system design, implementation, installation, assistance, and problem solving.
• Install, test, and maintain base station, Land Mobile Radio (LMR), and point-to-point radio communications systems.
• Remove legacy equipment, install new two-way LMR systems, cabling, and other communications equipment.
• Ensure RF frequencies and equipment are properly evaluated and approved according to state, federal or foreign industry standards.

Your Travel Logistics and After-Action Activities:

• You will travel 8-12 times per year, usually for 2-3 weeks per assignment.
• When you return you will debrief, write your trip report, complete your expense report, and plan for your next trip while providing assistance to other radio techs in the field.

Your Work Schedule:

• While in the Springfield, VA office, you will coordinate with the on-site Program Manager to set a flexible work schedule not to exceed 40 hours per week.
• International work schedules may be dictated by the location traveling but will only exceed 40 hours if approved in writing in advance.

Your Uplifts and Overtime:

• Uplifts will vary based on the field location according to State Dept. requirements.
• If necessary and approved in advance, overtime will be paid based on your time worked.

• Secret Clearance (interim okay to start, we will upgrade you to Top Secret after you are hired)
• Radio Tech experience
• Ability to travel internationally around half the year

Life at Tetra Tech:

The perks of working at Tetra Tech include:

·         Comprehensive and market-competitive benefits.

·         Merit-based financial rewards.

·         Flexibility and company-wide commitment to work/life balance.

·         Collaborative team atmosphere that values the contributions of all employees.

·         Learning and development opportunities for ongoing professional growth. 

About Tetra Tech:

Tetra Tech is the leader in water, environment, and sustainable infrastructure, providing high-end consulting and engineering services for projects worldwide. With 30,000 employees working together, Tetra Tech provides clear solutions to complex problems by Leading with Science® to address the entire water cycle, protect and restore the environment, design sustainable and resilient infrastructure, and support the clean energy transition.

Tetra Tech is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. Tetra Tech is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We invite applications from all interested parties.

Explore our open positions at https://www.tetratech.com/careers. Follow us on social media to learn more about our people, culture, and opportunities:

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