25S Satellite Communication Systems Specialist NCOER Duty Description Examples
Real NCOER duty description examples for 25S Satellite Communication Systems Specialists. Covers direct, organizational, and senior leadership levels plus common duty positions including SATCOM terminal operator, SATCOM section chief, and satellite link manager. (25S absorbed the former 25P in 2021.)
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Satellite communication systems duty descriptions should reflect satellite terminal operations, link establishment and management, and equipment maintenance responsibilities. Reference the satellite terminals operated, availability requirements, and the formations supported. Use signal and SATCOM terminology appropriate to the role.
Duty Descriptions by Rank Level
Serves as SATCOM Team Chief responsible for operating and maintaining tactical satellite communications terminals; Installs, points, and operates assigned satellite terminals providing beyond-line-of-sight voice and data links; Manages COMSEC and transmission security for all satellite communications operations; Requests satellite access and coordinates link establishment with the supporting satellite network control element; Maintains terminal equipment and performs operator-level maintenance to ensure system readiness; Advises the section chief on link status and SATCOM requirements
Serves as SATCOM Section Chief responsible for all satellite communications operations for a signal company or brigade network; Supervises terminal operators in the execution of link operations, terminal maintenance, and COMSEC management; Manages section equipment readiness and coordinates maintenance for all satellite terminals; Directs satellite access requests, link establishment, monitoring, and restoration; Coordinates with network operations and satellite control elements for bandwidth and link management; Advises the S6 NCOIC on SATCOM section capabilities and link status
Serves as Operations NCOIC responsible for satellite and network communications operations for a signal company; Supervises section chiefs in the execution of SATCOM and network operations; Manages company communications program including terminal readiness, crew training, and operational standards; Directs the development of SATCOM SOPs, access request procedures, and training programs; Coordinates with battalion S3, brigade S6, and satellite control elements for network support requirements; Advises the company commander on communications readiness and signal support capabilities
Duty Descriptions by Position
Serves as Satellite Link Manager responsible for managing tactical satellite link operations; Monitors link performance and troubleshoots degradation affecting network operations; Prepares satellite access requests and coordinates link establishment and restoration with satellite network control; Maintains link records and documents all configurations and performance data; Coordinates link changes with adjacent nodes and network operations; Advises the section chief on link status and SATCOM requirements
Serves as SATCOM Terminal Operator responsible for the installation and operation of an assigned satellite terminal; Emplaces, points, and acquires satellite links within published time standards; Operates terminal baseband and network equipment to pass voice and data traffic; Maintains COMSEC material and terminal accountability; Performs operator-level maintenance and records all maintenance actions; Advises the team chief on terminal status and link quality
Serves as SATCOM Maintenance NCO responsible for the maintenance of satellite communications terminals; Performs troubleshooting and field-level maintenance on terminals, antennas, and associated equipment; Manages work orders and maintenance records for all assigned systems; Coordinates parts requisition and technical support for maintenance requirements; Trains operators on preventive maintenance and fault reporting; Advises the section chief on equipment status and maintenance support needs
Tips for writing 25S duty descriptions
- Reference the satellite terminals operated and the frequency bands or networks supported
- Include satellite link availability requirements and the formations supported
- Reference COMSEC and TRANSEC responsibilities and signal doctrine
- Scale scope to rank — SGT operates terminals, SFC manages the SATCOM section
- Include both link operations and terminal maintenance responsibilities
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