COMS Technician

Insight Global is seeking a Contractor Operations and Maintenance Support (COMS) Technician to support Air National Guard (ANG) F-16 Mission Tactics Trainer (MTT) simulators at Buckley AFB. The individual's primary responsibility will center on maintaining devices that simulate F-16 flight operations, communications systems, subsystems, and electronic signals for communication networks, data links, digital radio, battle management, and command and control systems such as wide and local area networks, point-to-point systems, secure systems, signal coding and modulation schema, digital and wireless radio/communications technology, and network compliance. The Technician's role is instrumental in preparing reports and will work with management to update and track the configuration status of the training devices.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
-Prepare the system for operation in accordance with (IAW) on-site operational and technical manuals and execute other functions as required by the training system instructor/student.
-Assist in the operation of the training devices to include Distributed Mission Operations (DMO) activities (e.g., set up, power-on/off, daily operational readiness testing, initialization, and other assistance as required).
-Diagnose & resolve problems associated with the initialization or operation during each training event.
-Applies advanced knowledge and experience to solve unusually complex or system problems.
-Interprets and works with computer systems utilizing various and multiple operating systems.
-Diagnoses malfunctions of computers associated equipment and performs operability/readiness tests and repairs.
-Interprets mechanical, electrical, and electronic schematics and drawings and makes simplified versions.
-Conducts voice communications on phone, inter-phone, and radio circuits.
-Provides networking and information systems support on training devices and networks.
-Ensures strict compliance with health, safety, security, and local base procedures, demonstrating our commitment to your well-being and security.
-Implements essential modifications to existing simulators.
-Other duties as assigned.

Compensation:

$40/hr to $45/hr.

Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.

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-2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
-Experience in electronics, engineering, flight simulation, or related technical and/or military field(s).
-Ability to read and interpret documents such as schematics, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
-Must have excellent technical writing skills and command of the English language
-Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and/or Adobe products.
-Able to successfully manage competing tasks and priorities.
-Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills.
-Must have or obtain DoD 8570 baseline certification for IAT Level II prior to start date.
-Must be able to work in a team environment.
-Must have an active or current DoD Secret security clearance.

-Current CompTIA Security+ certification or related.
-Technical school graduate or military service school in Avionics Systems or related.
-Prior experience on the F-16 Aircrew or Maintenance Training System
-Experience supporting Special Access Program (SAP) efforts.

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 1st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.