Personnel Tracking and Locating Regional Integration and Systems Engineer

Secure our Nation, Ignite your Future

Become an integral part of a diverse team while working at an Industry Leading Organization, where our employees come first. At ManTech International Corporation, you’ll help protect our national security while working on innovative projects that offer opportunities for advancement.

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented PTL Regional Integration and Systems Engineer (OCONUS) to join our team in an OCONUS location.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

The Personnel Tracking and Locating (PTL) Regional Integration and Systems Engineer (OCONUS) position acts as the PTL program technical representative in the assigned countries in addition to the entire African Affairs (AF) region. The Regional Integration and Systems Engineer (ISE) supports the Regional Security Office (RSO) and Engineering Security Office (ESO) staff on all PTL program-related matters and serves as Regional Lead when required. Conducts daily operations in the Embassy Operations Center (EOC) and provide Position Location Information (PLI) in compliance with Post’s Personnel Recovery (PR) and travel policies. Demonstrates exceptional expertise in the technical aspects of practical and critical life-safety programs. EOC duties include tracking and reporting all off-compound Chief of Mission (COM) travelers’ movements to RSO using PTL monitoring systems and applications. In addition, familiarization with AF landscape and political nature is necessary to provide the highest level of support and critical security information to travelers. Requirements also include training end users on use of PTL tracking devices. The Regional ISE assists with managing and accounting for all PTL-related materials and assets using DOS work management systems (CMMS/ILMS) for the AF region. The Regional ISE also conducts hard-wired vehicle installations while servicing all related equipment; assists with packing and shipping fly-away kits; supporting systems integration, system design and analysis, documentation, and integrating future technological platform

Basic Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s Degree or five (5) years of relevant experience in a technical or security related field is required. The Regional ISE must possess excellent oral and written skills with the ability to provide regular professional briefings to senior DOS officials. In addition, they must possess expert-level technical skills regarding operations and related equipment (Microsoft Office, personal computer and hardware basics, setup, troubleshooting, data dissemination, and personnel tracking software) along with expertise in technologies used at Post (computer systems architecture, COMSEC, RF engineering, Integrated Broadcast System (IBS) data dissemination, and tactical mission monitoring). Prior experience in an Operations Center (OPC) is required. Basic mechanical skills are required for installing, maintaining, and troubleshooting equipment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Demonstrated experience in operating both a signal generator and a spectrum analyzer for use in troubleshooting entire UHF receiver system, to include input/output signal strength measurements of individual components and cables, from antenna to USB ENTR receiver is preferred. Experience with fiber optics and conversion/transition from copper cable to single or multi-mode fiber optic cable is preferred.

Security Clearance Requirements:

Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance. Must be eligible for a TS/SCI to meet full performance requirements.

Travel Requirements:

This position is based out of Nairobi, Kenya, with frequent rotations to Mogadishu, Somalia. There will be requirements to conduct site visits and support the greater AF region. Travel can be in excess of 25% from the base Nairobi location. This position also entails travel to high-risk locations with often austere work conditions.

Physical Requirements:

Moves about inside an office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Moves equipment weighing up to 50 pounds across and/or around shop floors. Uses screwdrivers, pliers, wrenches, and other hand and power tools. Frequently works in warehouses, buildings and vehicles that may be hot, cold, drafty, and poorly lighted. Occasionally works outdoors in all types of terrain and weather conditions. Communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. Recognizes differences between colors, shades and brightness on computer or TV monitors

For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. ManTech may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.

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Welcome to ManTech Benefits

We help meet your personal and professional goals while taking care of your family’s needs. Our benefits packages are highly competitive, comprehensive and flexible to meet the demands of a diverse population. The benefits* packages include:

Medical, dental and vision plans Personal Time Off (PTO) policy 401(k) retirement plan Health savings accounts Flexible spending accounts Tuition assistance (in some cases, employees can earn bachelor’s or master’s degrees with no out-of-pocket expenses) Life and accident insurance Disability insurance Employee assistance program Spot bonuses for exceptional performance Assorted voluntary benefits such as group legal, pet insurance, long-term care, auto and home discounted insurance Retail discount program - Barnes & Noble, Dell, Apple Computer, Walt Disney World, Costco, etc.

*Benefit offerings are dependent on eligibility.

Mobility Program

ManTech is committed to supporting our highly talented workforce as employees continue on their development path. We recognize that employees want new challenges and the opportunity to grow in their careers.

The ManTech Career Mobility Program was created with these values in mind. We support both employees who have a change in their status on a contract as well as employees who are proactively seeking new opportunities. As a member of the Mobility Program, you receive priority consideration as an applicant, you’ll make connections and build your network across ManTech, and you’ll receive individualized attention from a Mobility Resource lead.

Employee Referral Program

ManTech employees have a chance to participate in an enhanced Employee Referral Program (ERP) and earn referral bonuses, ManTech-branded prizes and receive the ultimate ERP VIP experience by displaying your contributions to ManTech’s workforce!