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Specialist, Technical Support Engineering / Transmission Control (TC)

Fort George G Meade, MD
Full Time On-site

Job Title: Specialist, Technical Support Engineering / Transmission Control (TC) 
Job Code: 40643
Job Location: Fort Meade, Maryland
Job Schedule: 5/8 Monday-Friday

Job Description:
L3 Harris Technologies Inc. is seeking an experienced Technical Support Engineer to join our team in supporting the Wideband Satellite Communications Operations and Technical Support II (WSOTS II) Contract. This is a full-time on-site position.

Essential Functions:
•    Provides SATCOM transmissions control and operations technical support and analysis services and technical assistance as needed to operations personnel to analyze SATCOM transmissions, configurations of SATCOM accesses, and link performance of these SATCOM accesses.
•    Performs analysis and support of Operating Systems, application software, database applications, and network protocols.
•    Coordinates with WSOMS sites for the scheduling of software upgrades and releases and confirms patches and fixes have been applied and implemented correctly.
•    Recommends and implements engineering design changes required to adapt technical requirements.
•    Performs on-site customer training to include interface with technical representatives. Performs OJT and informal training support as required.
•    Performs daily review of audit, security, and application logs and identifies problem areas or trends, takes the proper action to remedy, and generates required reports.
•    Maintains firewall rule sets and related parameters, IDS, reviews audit logs, and takes required corrective action when an intrusion is detected.
•    Following reconfiguration, analyzes satellite and network performance to confirm the effectiveness of the reconfiguration and identify anomalies.
•    Analyzes DSCS and WGS network configurations and link performance. Provides administration support to site SIPRNet and NIPRNet. Assists with primary troubleshooting and anomaly resolution for all mission systems within the WSOC’s shift work, providing 24/7/365 coverage
•    Establishes and maintains up-to-date cybersecurity configurations based on DISA STIGs and IAVM Notices

Qualifications:
•    Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
•    Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related experience.
•    Minimum of 3 years’ experience working in a WSOC.
•    Minimum of 3 years of Military SATCOM experience, including experience with satellite transmission control and the ability to analyze SATCOM transmissions, accesses, and link performance.
•    3 years of experience in computer-based satellite network control systems and IT, the use of IT tools for managing and troubleshooting complex computer networks, and management of WSOMS computer networks with skills particular to the administration of a Windows and AD domain environment.


Preferred Additional Skills:
•    DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level 2 certification (e.g., Security+ CE, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, SSCP, CCNA Security, CND)
•    Experience in the use of Information Technology (IT) tools
•    Ability to plan, implement, verify, and troubleshoot local and wide-area enterprise networks
•    Experience in network troubleshooting skills (Cisco IOS, IP routing, EIGRP)
•    Experience implementing patches, scanning, remediate findings, and auditing; working knowledge of RMF and cybersecurity requirements

In compliance with pay transparency requirements, the salary range for this role in Maryland is $73,000 - $135,000. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. The specific programs and options available to an employee may vary depending on date of hire, schedule type, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

By submitting your resume for this position, you understand and agree that L3Harris Technologies may share your resume, as well as any other related personal information or documentation you provide, with its subsidiaries and affiliated companies for the purpose of considering you for other available positions.

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About L3 Harris

L3 Harris

L3 Harris is one of the largest defense and aerospace companies in the United States, delivering advanced technologies that support missions across air, land, sea, space, and cyber domains. The company develops communications systems, space payloads, intelligence platforms, electronic warfare capabilities, missile defense technologies, and mission-critical sensors used by the U.S. military, intelligence community, and allied nations around the world.

For job seekers, L3Harris offers opportunities across engineering, software development, cybersecurity, space systems, manufacturing, intelligence, program management, and mission operations. The company is especially attractive to veterans, cleared professionals, and engineers who want to work on advanced technologies that directly support national security. With programs spanning tactical communications, ISR platforms, satellite systems, and defense electronics, employees have the opportunity to contribute to some of the military’s most important capabilities.

Unlike companies focused on a single mission area, L3Harris operates across a diverse portfolio of defense technologies, providing employees exposure to a broad range of programs and technical disciplines. Teams work on everything from secure communications and autonomous systems to space-based sensors and electronic warfare platforms, creating opportunities for both specialization and long-term career growth within the organization.

As governments continue investing in modernization, space capabilities, resilient communications, and advanced sensing technologies, L3Harris remains one of the most important employers in the defense industry. For professionals seeking a mission-driven career with strong growth opportunities, technical challenges, and direct impact on global security, L3Harris continues to stand out as a leading destination in aerospace and defense.

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