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Field Service Technician III - U.S. Air Force Global Sustainment Program

Motorola Solutions

Louisville, KYRemoteFull-time$70–80K/yrTracked 2w agoSeen in employer's feed 3 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$70–80K/yr
Location
Louisville, KYRemote
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

CompTIA Security+ Or CISSP Certification Within 12 Months Of EmploymentSecret clearance

Job overview

Motorola Solutions is hiring a Field Service Technician III - U.S. Air Force Global Sustainment Program. Motorola Solutions seeks a Field Service Technician III to support the U.S. Air Force Global Sustainment Program, providing on‑site and remote upgrades, troubleshooting, and maintenance of ASTRO communications systems while ensuring compliance with federal security requirements.

Key focus areas include Provide on‑site and remote upgrades and troubleshooting of Motorola ASTRO systems, Administer and troubleshoot IP networks and IT‑type environments, and Maintain, optimize, test and document complex communications systems.

Important skills include Motorola ASTRO Systems Upgrades, Motorola ASTRO Systems Troubleshooting, Networking, Cyber Security Principles, Active Directory Administration, and LMR Communications. Preferred (not required): HBSS.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Motorola ASTRO Systems UpgradesMotorola ASTRO Systems TroubleshootingNetworkingCyber Security PrinciplesActive Directory AdministrationLMR CommunicationsUNCPMUEMESXiIMWKMFHBSSPKIIP Networks TroubleshootingIT Environment AdministrationIT Environment TroubleshootingCommunicationMicrosoft Office ProductsGoogle Suite ApplicationsSelf-ManagementPeople SkillsSoftware Driven Electronics TroubleshootingCommunication System Infrastructure ProvisioningRF Performance OptimizationBroadband Architecture Performance OptimizationLegacy Analog SystemsAdvanced Digital P25Data InfrastructureComplex Communications Systems MaintenanceComplex Communications Systems OptimizationComplex Communications Systems TestingComplex Communications Systems DocumentationWired Communications SystemsLocal Area NetworksWide Area NetworksComputer Network InstallationComputer Network ConfigurationComputer Network MaintenanceCablingRoutersSwitchesFirewallsBridgesServer Hardware MaintenanceOS MaintenanceSoftware Infrastructure MaintenanceSystem Related Issues TroubleshootingApplication Related Issues Troubleshooting

Qualifications

High School Diploma/G.E.D.2-20 Years ExperienceLift Equipment of ~50lbsUS CitizenDOD Secret (T-3) ClearanceCompTIA Security+ or CISSP Certification Within 12 Months of Employment2+ Years IT, Networking, Technician, Field Service, System Technician/Specialist, Radio Frequency, or Land Mobile Radio ExperiencePermanent Residence 60 Miles or Less From Mid to Large Class International AirportUS PassportInternational Drivers PermitLegally Drive and Rent a VehicleTravel Internationally and Domestically Up to 75%-80%

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Match
Paid Time Off

Full job description

Experience Required

2 - 20 years

Minimum Education Required

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Compensation

$7.25 / hourly

Hours Per Week

40

Number Of Positions

1

Work Schedule and Shift Requirements

First (Day)

Job Description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that's critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department OverviewThe U.S. Federal Governments Markets Division (USFGMD) is chartered with being the premier, compliant supplier of world-class communications solutions to the U.S. Federal Government by providing the highest quality products, systems and services. The USFGMD will achieve this with a professional, well-trained, diverse workforce creating a positive and profitable customer relationship resulting in Total Customer Satisfaction and growth of our business.

The Federal Systems Technology (FST) department of the USFGMD is responsible for supporting a charter of implementing and integrating complex systems sold worldwide to the U.S. Federal Government. As a USFGMD FST, you will be exposed to a wide variety of communications requirements in both the Presale, Post Sale, and sustainment/life cycle phases of a project. These applications span the entire breadth of the U.S. Federal Government throughout the world.Job Description

Responsibilities / Expectations:

Provide on-site and remote upgrades and troubleshooting of Motorola ASTRO systems

Candidates must have some basic knowledge in the technicalities deployed by ASTRO to include, networking, Cyber Security principles, Active Directory Administration, and LMR Communications

Advanced level knowledge of ASTRO core applications such as UNC, PM, UEM, ESXi, IMW, KMF, HBSS, and PKI

Required to lift equipment of ~ 50lbs

Demonstrated proficiency in troubleshooting IP networks

Solid ability to administer and troubleshoot in an IT-type environment

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Applicants must be proficient with Microsoft Office products and Google Suite applications.

Must have strong self-management and "people" skills to work closely with Motorola Solutions' customers and subcontractors as well as Motorola Solutions sales, engineering, project management, and customer support teams.

Provide technical support of specialized systems and product applications including advanced troubleshooting of software driven electronics, provisioning of communication system infrastructure and performance optimization of RF and Broadband architecture including, but not limited to, legacy analog, advanced digital P25 and data infrastructure.

Maintain, optimize, test and document complex communications systems. Provide weekly reports of activities and accomplishments.

Must have very strong knowledge of wired communications systems, such as local area networks (LAN) and wide area networks (WAN), must be proficient in computer network installation, configuration and maintenance systems to include cabling, routers, switches, firewalls and bridges.

Must be capable of performing maintenance of server hardware/OS and software infrastructure and troubleshooting to resolve system/application related issues.

Have a demonstrated comprehensive understanding of IP networks

Ability to administer and troubleshoot in a technical environment

Above average verbal and written communication skills

Organization skills and a high attention to detail

Highly Preferred Qualifications:

Proficiency with Microsoft Office products and G-Suite applications

The candidate should have some basic knowledge in the technicalities deployed by Motorola ASTRO to include, networking, Cybersecurity principles, Active Directory Administration, and LMR Communications. It is helpful to have knowledge of Motorola ASTRO core applications.

Desired Experience

CompTIA Network+, Security+, MCSE, or CISSP certification

Experience with Host Based Security Systems (HBSS)

Experience with CAC/PIV authentication based systems

Experience developing and executing Motorola ASTRO upgrades is a major plus.

2+ years of experience hands-on with Motorola ASTRO technology including Zone Core, ASTRO Networking, Microsoft Active Directory, McAfee security suite, MCC7500 dispatch, NICE Logging, IT, LMR, E911, Dispatch, Radio Frequency, Land Mobile Radio or as a Field Service Technician, System Technician/Specialist

This position is remote and will be considered from all 48 continental US states.

Target Base Salary Range - $70,000 to $80,000USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

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Basic Requirements

MUST BE A U.S. CITIZEN

Must be capable of obtaining an acceptable adjudication of DOD secret (T-3) clearance within 18 months of initial employment date

Complete standard form SF86 questionnaire and fingerprinting for national security positions

Must be willing to obtain CompTIA Security+ or CISSP certification within first 12 months of employment

At least 2 years experience in IT, networking, technician, field service, system technician/specialist, radio frequency, or land mobile radio

A permanent residence based 60 miles or less from a mid to large class International Airport is required.

Ability to obtain/hold a U.S. Passport, International Drivers Permit, and the ability to legally drive and rent a vehicle as needed.

Travel internationally and domestically up to 75% - 80% of the time is required

Travel RequirementsOver 75%Relocation ProvidedNonePosition TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes

Our U.S.Benefitsinclude:

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Visionbenefits

401K with Company Match

10 Paid Holidays

GenerousPaidTime Off Packages

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

PaidParental & Family Leave

and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to r ace, color, r eligion or belief, s ex, s exual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete thisReasonable Accommodations Formso we can assist you.

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to no discrimination because of r ace, color, creed, marital status, age, r eligion, s ex, national origin, citizenship, s exual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, disability, protected veteran, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Job Type

Full time

Benefits Offered

Not specified

Veteran Preference

No

Place of Work

On-site

Requisition ID

R66968

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