{"id":2264,"date":"2026-04-27T10:37:29","date_gmt":"2026-04-27T10:37:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/?post_type=job_listing&#038;p=2264"},"modified":"2026-04-27T10:44:45","modified_gmt":"2026-04-27T10:44:45","slug":"cable-and-antenna-systems-specialist","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/theemcnews.co.uk\/index.php\/job\/cable-and-antenna-systems-specialist\/","title":{"rendered":"Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"c6d53bfb _3ebad845 cdf83d5f d86d691d _8ee05fd8 _7ef8c619 ce8ca395\">\n<h2 class=\"_885f3d1f _9a02ac65 _2572677d _849f3eb3 _9208c154 _9baf8e44 _03ffa0f1 _10611002 _35663b76 dc73b616 c0598fb9\">About the job<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"_885f3d1f _6d8ec3e6 _849f3eb3 _9208c154 d96bb891 b9d99cc7 _10611002 _35663b76 dc73b616 c0598fb9 f7af8f95\"><span class=\"_32f1038e _931795e3\" tabindex=\"-1\" data-testid=\"expandable-text-box\">Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering, technical, and professional services serving the US government, allies, and critical infrastructure sectors, is seeking a <strong>Cable and Antenna Systems Specialist<\/strong> to support a unique US Navy program based on the island of Diego Garcia.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Job Responsibilities: <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"_60b7eb85 cd3d38cb\">\n<li>Perform maintenance, inspection, repair, and installation of antenna systems and associated hardware to ensure efficient and effective operation.<\/li>\n<li>Conduct scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on various types of antennas, including high frequency (HF) and very high-frequency (VHF) systems.<\/li>\n<li>Work aloft on antenna structures, ensuring compliance with all safety standards and protocols during performance of assigned tasks.<\/li>\n<li>Utilize erection equipment and tools to assemble, install, and repair antenna systems and outside plant equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Perform troubleshooting and repairs of damaged or non-functional components, including cables, reflectors, waveguides, and other antenna-related equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Follow standard safety procedures and incorporate best practices for handling Radio Frequency (RF) systems and associated hazards.<\/li>\n<li>Maintain accurate records of maintenance and repair tasks; 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