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Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH INC) · 3 days ago

LVC Engineering Tech IV (LATR OPS) [NITE]

Virginia Beach,VA,US

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a well-established Department of Defense contractor specializing in range operations and maintenance. They are seeking an LVC Engineering Tech IV to support Large Area Tracking Range operations, ensuring compliance with contract requirements and providing technical support for fleet exercises.

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Comp. & Benefits

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Draws on experience in U.S. Navy fleet operations to support staffs ashore and afloat conducting fleet exercises

Supports U.S. Navy/Marine Corps fleet operational training by applying system analysis and design skills in portable workstation interoperability, shipboard local area networking and computer systems imbedded tracking and display systems

Operates, maintains, and troubleshoots the LATR system, Tactical Combat Training System (TCTS) and associated displays and computer applications used for aircraft and ship tracking displays and debriefs

Responsible for the installation, setup, monitoring, and debrief of various LATR operations

Aids in the coordination of instrumentation and support for major multi-platform operations and exercises to include fixed and rotary wing, ship, and surface participants

Installs and de-installs LDTS at remote sites using a variety of communication paths to include SIPRNET, Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and other networking systems, coordinating and working with shipboard and staff information technicians (ITs)

Transports, installs and de-installs Iridium Tracking Units (ITU) on ships, vehicles, and landing craft to bases and facilities onboard naval vessels as required

Coordinates between LATR, CVW and MEU and NSWC detachments, fleet operators and other work centers to provide LATR services

Provides technical support to the hosting naval entity consisting of collecting and preparing exercise participant information from multiple sources including: LATR, TCTS, Galaxy GPS, MIDAS, OTCIX, Link 16, JBUS, and track data logs for presentation and further analysis

Collects and combines all data collected into single source debrief product SIMDIS ASI replays, and provides the debrief product to agencies as designated by USFFC, C2F/C5F/C6F, CSG4, SMDC, or hosting carrier strike group organization

Shall support other exercises as approved by NSWC Corona

Mission Commanders and Quality Assurance may review work for compliance with accepted practices

Trains and provides technical guidance to lower-level technicians

Documents maintenance actions in IEMS

Provides recommendations to improve or expand all facets of operations to include maintenance, engineering, and logistics support

Ensures economy-of-operation by improvement of work methods and procedures

Operates the Tactical Combat Training System (TCTS) components comprised of Live Monitor (LM)/Mission Line-Up (MLU)/Firewall (FW)/Electronic Warfare Server (EWS)/Electronic Warfare Multiplexor (EW-MUX)/Radar Acquisition Display System (RADS)/Joint Debriefing Subsystem (JDS)/Personal Combat Display System (PCDS)

Operates and ensures current software for LATR computers

Will be operationally qualified as designated tech level within one year of hiring or promotion

Manages TCTS Operations and Maintenance functions in accordance with contract requirements

Oversees mission support from mission scenario development to live operational support to post-mission debrief and evaluation

Responsible for quality of contractor range functions, to include operations, scheduling, technical library, security, training, safety, supply, quality assurance, configuration management, and documentation

Supports the Configurations Management program

Complies with contract requirements and takes action when necessary to correct deficiencies

Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents

Performs all other position-related duties as assigned or requested

Qualification

U.S. Navy fleet operationsTactical Combat Training SystemComputer systems troubleshootingCPR/First Aid certificationSecurity+ certificationPlanning/organizing skillsTechnical guidanceCommunication skills

Required

High School diploma or equivalent is required

Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy 'C' School or vocational school with formal training in the field of computers, electronics, or training as an Operations Specialist

Five (5+) or more years' of relevant experience supporting growth into this management position

Must have demonstrable experience with U.S. Navy fleet operations, supporting staffs ashore and afloat conducting fleet exercises

Possess the ability to communicate technical and related planning information, both verbally and in writing

Maintain cognizance of developments in the assigned field of expertise

Must obtain and maintain current CPR/First Aid certification

Possess Security+ certification

Physically able to deploy onboard a naval ship and to remote sites for up to five weeks at a time, one to two times a year

Current Driver's License required; must be able to be insured through company's vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment

U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to hire date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment

All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation