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Position Title: Telecommunications Technician
Location: Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Relocation Assistance: None available at this time
Remote/Telework: NO - Not available for this position
Clearance Type: TS/SCI Eligibility Clearance
Shift: Shift work is required to support 24×7 operations. It is important to be available to work any shift/designated hours required including nights, weekends, and holidays on a modified Panama schedule.
Travel Required: Up to 10% of the time
Our NORAD Operations Group
Selected by the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center's Strategic Warning and Surveillance Systems Division for Operations, Maintenance, and Sustainment (OM&S) of critical mission systems for the North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) Cheyenne Mountain Complex (NCMC), we support the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II).
Since 2020, through the (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II), has provided:
Operations, maintenance, and Sustainment of current and legacy systems for the surveillance and cataloging of manmade objects in space.
Mitigation of orbital conflicts.
Threat warnings and control from airborne, land-based, and space-based systems for threat activities.
Operations and maintenance of classified communications.
Software development and integration.
NISSC II supports the classified communications and processing for Command and Control (C2) capability and legacy space C2 systems located at:
Cheyenne Mountain Space Force Station (CMSFS), Colorado
Peterson Space Force Base (PSFB), Colorado
Offutt Air Force Base, Nebraska
Vandenberg Space Force Base, California
Numerous sensor and forward operator sites around the world
Description of Duties:
The Telecommunications Technician supports North American Aerospace Defense Command (NORAD) on the Integrated Tactical Warning/Attack Assessment (ITW/AA) and Space Support Contract II (NISSC II). The candidate will:
Provide support to monitor, install, and perform maintenance of associated networks, and end user equipment/peripherals.
Respond to user requests for assistance.
Perform on-the-spot diagnostic evaluations, implementation of corrections, and training of users in proper equipment/network operations.
Provide support and perform upgrades to platforms, train staff, and maintain daily logs.
Provide 24/7 maintenance support, complete modification, and installation of network, cryptographic equipment (i.e., KIV-7M/KG-175), and instruments (Secure Communications user items/peripherals).
Provide network/end user item initial and recurring training for all users.
Update networks/equipment and help ensure inventory is accurate.
Ensure ticketing system is kept up to date on network/system trouble tickets.
Route calls, transfer information, and handle administrative duties.
Complete various tasks such as typing, checking, and recording information.
Oversee the order and replacement of new hardware and software, including warranty claims.
Perform and provide server, workstation, and system expertise including on-site and off-site travel (internal to the complex).
Assist in development/implementation of system documentation and operating procedures.
Research the selection and installation of new network/switching equipment, including hardware and software.
This position is expected to pay $75,000-$85,000 annually; depending on experience, education, and any certifications that are directly related to the position.
This position will be filled and work onsite at Peterson Space Force Base, Colorado Springs, CO
Resumes, in month and year format, must be submitted with application in order to be considered for the position. The selected candidate may be assigned as one of our teammate companies.
Basic Requirements:
Clearance Requirement: Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
6 months of directly related experience working with telephone maintenance or similar systems
1 year of work history.
IAT Level II Certification *One of the following: CCNA-Security, CySA+, GICSP, GSEC, Security+ CE, CND, SSCP
***Shift work is required to support 24×7 operations. It is important to be available to work any shift/designated hours required including nights, weekends, and holidays on a modified Panama schedule.
Desired Requirements:
Digital Switching Systems - 2A Certification.
Knowledge of Telecommunications Secure Voice Switched Network switch management/maintenance.
Secure Voice Responsible Officer and Telecommunications Control Officer experience.
Experience with Cryptographic/Communications Security (COMSEC) and COMSEC Responsible Officer requirements.
Operations planning and management in a real-time support environment.
Ability to prepare, objectively review, and deliver technical presentations.
Experience with technical knowledge capturing, training, and certification of personnel.
Have demonstrated experience and capability with interfacing with customers at very high levels.
1 year of related experience with modification, and installation of the secure Telecommunications Secure Voice Switched Network, cryptographic equipment (i.e., KIV-7M/KG-175), and end user peripherals.
Commercial Public Base eXchange and telephone switch experience.
Experience assisting with conferencing.
This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days. If a candidate has not been selected at that time, it will continue to be posted until a suitable candidate is selected or the position is closed.
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to invest in you, and in the things you care about. Your health. Your well-being. Your security. Your future. Typical benefits offered include flexible work schedules, educational reimbursement, retirement benefits (401K match), employee stock purchase plan, health benefits, tax saving options, disability benefits, life and accident insurance, voluntary benefits, paid time off and paid holidays, and parental leave.
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The position for which you are applying requires a US Department of Defense security clearance. This is to advise you that if you possess dual citizenship (i.e., a citizen of the US and another country), to be granted a clearance, you will be required to relinquish your citizenship in the foreign country.
Compensation Details:
$75,000-$85,000
The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.
Benefits Overview:
Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
Educational reimbursement
Parental leave
Employee stock purchase plan
Tax-saving options
Disability and life insurance
Pet insurance
Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.
Original Posting:
06/23/2026 - 06/26/2026
Amentum anticipates this job requisition will remain open for at least three days, with a closing date no earlier than three days after the original posting. This timeline may change based on business needs.
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