Satellite Network Engineer

Christofer Christians

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Summary • 5 years of experience as a Satellite Communications Operator and Maintainer, personnel, logistics, telecommunications, and materials management with 3rd Special Forces Group (A), United States Army.

• Installed, operated, performed troubleshooting, terminated, and tested data and voice cable systems to include PROMINA, REDCOM IGX, DMD satellite modem, Pair Gain, high speed data networks, SCAMPI networks, network encryption devices, line-of-sight multi-channel transmission, and satellite systems.

• Responsibilities included the daily maintenance of a Promina 800 IDNX system and associated voice, data, video teleconference, RECOM IGX, VoIP, secure and non-secure internet traffic. Maintain encryption devices. Responsible for providing COMSEC for the KG 250, KIV-7s and KIV-19s.

• Trusted to handle end-user complaints diplomatically.

• Skilled at learning new concepts quickly, working well under pressure and communicating ideas clearly and effectively.

• Extensive computer training, including knowledge of multiple networking environments and software packages.

• Enthusiastic and experienced in overseas travel.

Education Currently enrolled in Westwood college working towards a degree in Computer Network Engineering. 2009-2010

Certified in Special Operations Deployable Node-Medium (SDN-M) from Special Operations Technical Integration and training facility SPAWAR center. Recertified with L-3 Communications Aug 2009. (Heavy and Medium Nodes)

Certified in Special Operations Deployable Node-Heavy (SDN-H) from Special Operations Technical Integration and training facility SPAWAR center. As a tactical satellite communications student, classes included satellite communications theory, basic electronics, signal flow, block diagrams, network diagrams, test equipment, half splitting or troubleshooting procedures and installation of antenna and shelters.

Certified in Secure Mobile Anti-Jam Reliable Tactical Terminal (SMART-T) Operator/Maintainer Fort Gordon, Ga. This course provided an orientation in radio, satellite and test measurement diagnostic equipment (TMDE) fundamentals. Received training on communication principles, basic communications networking, satellite characteristics, common satellite terminal components, principles of satellite communication and TMDE. Responsible for the installation, operation, troubleshooting and maintenance (Direct Support) of the SMART-T terminal.

Network Systems Operator/Maintainer Fort Gordon, Ga Aug 2007

Mar 2006

Aug 2005

July 2005

Career History & Accomplishments

• Delivered broadband Satcom connectivity to Special Operations Forces advanced operating bases and forward operating bases (AOB/FOB) addressed by USSOCOM with the launch of the Special Operations Forces Deployable Node-Heavy (SDN-H) in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Delivered broadband satcom connectivity to Special Operations Forces advanced operating bases and forward operating bases (AOB/FOB) addressed by USSOCOM with the launch of the Special Operations Forces Deployable Node-Medium (SDN-M) Very Small Aperture Terminal Radio Frequency (VSAT RF) program in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Provided in field support, training and operations to Special Forces teams deployed in Afghanistan with the Special Operation Forces Deployable Node LITE VSAT system in support of Operation Enduring Freedom.

• Additional skills include C, X, and Ku band experience. Proficient in the operation of spectrum analyzers. 2006-2007

• 3rd Special Forces Group HSC 3/3 (SIGDET/OPERATIONS)

• Deployed to Afghanistan in Support of Operation Enduring Freedom Aug 2006 through April 2007.

• Operations SGT HSC 3rd Battalion 3Rd Special Forces Group (Airborne), Responsible for the overall organization, functionality and training of an SF company. To make sure the unit was outfitted correctly and directly supported the company Commander and First Sergeant. Jan 2006 till

Mar 2010

• Security Clearance:

SECRET

References:

Upon request

2006-2016

Memberships & Affiliations

• Member of Veterans of Foreign Wars

• Member of the American Legion

• Free and Accepted Mason of Florida Shamrock Lodge #268

• Member Of the Moose Lodge

Chris Christians

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