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V2X Inc · 5 days ago

Field Engineer - Radar Operator; Naval Vessel

United States

Full-time

Remote

Mid Level

$80K/yr - $95K/yr

4+ years exp

V2X Inc is a services solutions provider operating as a federal government prime contractor, with a focus on defense and commercial customers. They are seeking a Radar Engineer to perform radar operation duties onboard a mobile platform designed for radar data collection, ensuring the radar and communication systems are fully mission capable and supporting various operational tasks.

CommercialLogisticsTrainingTransportation

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Mission/track planning

Operation, maintenance, repair of a dual S and X Band radar system and ancillary equipment

Performing radar data analysis tasks

Providing support for software engineering

Developing engineering documentation and system operation & maintenance procedures

Maintains equipment in a ready state

Performs radar operation during tracking and testing

Auxiliary duties may include security manager, logistics support, quality assurance, and supporting maintenance of the onboard communication systems

Additional collateral duties as assigned

Qualification

Radar operation experienceDigital signal processingTroubleshooting analog circuitryLinux operating systemsData analysis for radarMilitary Quality AssuranceShipboard safety knowledgeCommunication skillsTechnical report preparation

Required

At least four years of experience with radar or digital signal processing equipment

Experience with troubleshooting and repair of analog and digital circuitry including power supplies, fault detection circuitry, microwave components, and waveguide

Experience with Linux based operating systems such as IBM's AIX OS

Experience with monopulse and phased array radars

Experience in performing data analysis to determine what system, subsystem and components require action to improve radar performance

Understanding and experience working with Doppler antenna patterns, phase coherency, system sensitivity, matched filters, servos, high voltage transmitters, and traveling wave tubes

Ability to comprehend and edit electronic schematic drawings and documentation

Good oral and written communication skills required including the preparation and presentation of technical reports

Existing DOD final SECRET clearance

Current U.S. Passport with minimum of 1 year prior to expiration and 3 blank pages

Must be able to pass mariner physical exam

This position is located on a forward deployed vessel that spends a lot of time at sea. Candidates must not be hindered by motion sickness

BA/BS in a related field or previous work experience in lieu of degree

Preferred

Knowledge of embedded software design and PLC background

Familiarity in the proper use and care of various electronic test equipment including logic and spectrum analyzers

Network administrator knowledge and experience a plus

One year of Linux operating system experience

Familiarity with government operations security requirements

Familiarity with US Navy operations security requirements

Military Quality Assurance training and experience

Good understanding of shipboard safety requirements

Technical degree in related field

Company

V2X Inc

V2X is a leading provider of critical mission solutions and support to defense clients globally, formed by the 2022 Merger of Vectrus and Vertex to build on more than 120 combined years of successful mission support.

Founded in 2016

Mclean, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees