Technical Manager – NAVCOM & SATCOM

Key Responsibilities

• Lead inspection, testing, troubleshooting and maintenance of Radar, ECDIS, GPS/DGPS, Gyro & Magnetic Compass, AIS, NAVTEX, BNWAS, Speed Log, Echo Sounder, VDR/SVDR, Autopilot and Course Recorder.
• Manage GMDSS and marine communication systems, including MF/HF, VHF, Inmarsat-C, Fleet Broadband, SSAS, EPIRB and SART.
• Lead technical support for VSAT, Fleet Xpress, Fleet Broadband, Starlink, Iridium and other maritime SATCOM systems.
• Oversee Radio Surveys, VDR Annual Performance Tests (APT), annual inspections and preventive maintenance.
• Troubleshoot complex RF, antenna, modem, network, software, configuration and connectivity issues.
• Provide remote and onboard technical support 24/7, fault analysis and root-cause resolution.
• Lead and mentor technical engineers and manage service schedules and technical performance.
• Coordinate with OEMs, vendors, ship owners, ship managers and customers for repairs, service attendance and equipment replacement.
• Review service reports, deficiency reports, equipment inventories and technical recommendations.
• Assess equipment lifecycle and recommend upgrades, replacements and obsolete equipment solutions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable SOLAS, GMDSS, IMO, Class and maritime requirements.

Candidate Profile

• BE/B.Tech in Electronics / Electronics & Communication or equivalent.
• GMDSS certification is mandatory; AMET University / relevant Marine Electronics certification preferred.
• 12–18+ years of relevant experience in Marine NAVCOM, GMDSS and SATCOM.
• Strong hands-on experience with marine navigation, radio communication and satellite communication systems.
• Experience in Radio Survey, VDR APT, vessel attendance and preventive maintenance preferred.
• Strong knowledge of VSAT, Fleet Xpress, Starlink, Iridium, Inmarsat and L-band systems.
• Proven experience in technical team leadership, customer handling and OEM/vendor coordination.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to travel to vessels, ports and shipyards as required.
• Should be available and willing to work 24/7 shifts.

Key Competencies

Marine Electronics | NAVCOM | GMDSS | SATCOM | VSAT |RF Troubleshooting | VDR/SVDR | Radio Survey | Vessel Support | Preventive Maintenance | Team Leadership | Customer Management | OEM Coordination.