Summit Exercises and Training · 17 hours ago
MDDU CBRN Technical Equipment Custodian
Indianapolis, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expSummit Exercises and Training is seeking a full-time CBRN technical equipment custodian to support the Department of Homeland Security's Mobile Detection Deployment Unit in Indianapolis, IN. The role involves maintaining CBRN detection equipment, conducting nationwide technical operations, and providing training to law enforcement partners.
ConsultingGovernmentTraining
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen OnlyHiring Manager
Reid Jackson, MBA
Responsibilities
Track and maintain care, custody, and control of MDDU equipment, including detection equipment, and radioactive sources
Conduct inventories of DHS MDDU property and update computerized tracking information as required
Ensure MDDU equipment is repaired, calibrated, and maintained in a ready state for deployment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. This includes conducting field-level routine repairs in consultation with equipment manufacturers and designated subcontracting repair companies
Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources following federal regulations, including those requirements of the Department of Transportation. Perform work as a "radiation worker."
Conduct procurements for supplies and equipment in accordance with administrative procedures
Perform CBRN detection operations with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders. This includes performing operations at Department of Homeland Security Special Event Assessment Rated (SEAR) Events, National Security Special Events (NSSE), and critical infrastructure sites
Perform CBRN "just in time" training with technical detection equipment with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders
Perform or assist in CBRN technical detection exercises with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders
Routinely train, acquire, and maintain technical skills and experience, and share job knowledge with other MDDU team members
Maintain integrity, good conduct, and the highest level of professionalism during work and outside of work hours
Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing assignments and work schedules. Work may often require work to be performed beyond an 8-hour day, on weekends, and holiday. Excessive work hours can be flexed when work allows. MDDU employees are subject to recall to work from off-duty status upon a matter of national security
Work independently and as a team to meet all MDDU requirements
Follow guidance and direction from the MDDU Site Lead (Team Leader), Project Manager, client Program Manager, and designated SummitET supervisor
Initiate, organize, and report on all planning and management taskings
Coordinate, initiate, and track the progress of deployments of the assigned MDDU(s) or equipment
Assist/prepare timely after-action reports of MDDU missions
Provide oral and written status updates of tasks to the team lead, project manager, or client program manager as required
This position requires travel between 50 to 75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and US territories to support program needs. This may include mission deployments lasting more than 10 days, with back-to-back travel to another mission
Following MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations
Maintain administrative proficiency in preparing accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports
Qualification
Required
Experience in chemical, biological, radiological, and/or nuclear (CBRN) detection with emphasis on R/N detection
5-years' experience in radiation detection training and supporting detection operations at special events or during steady state operations where detection is regularly Event support can also include, but not limited to, equipment demonstrations, training, and exercises at Department of Homeland Security Special Event Assessment Rated (SEAR) Events or National Security Special Events (NSSE). Biological and/or chemical detection experience is encouraged but not required
Knowledgeable in using the following types of representative R/N detection equipment: Personal Radiation Detectors (PRD) (Spectroscopic/Non-Spectroscopic) (examples may include: D-tect Systems Mini Rad-D, Thermo RadEye, FLIR IdentiFINDER R300 nanoRaider, and Kromek D3S); Human Portable Radiation Detection Backpacks (examples may include: Thermo PackEye, and Bubble Technology Industries FlexSpec); Radiological Isotope Identification Devices (RIIDs) (High-Res/Low-Res) (examples may include: FLIR IdentiFINDER R400 and ORTEC Detective DX); Mobile Radiation Detection System, such as Radiation Solutions Inc. RSI-701
Knowledge of safe use and handling of radioactive sources
Knowledge of using auxiliary equipment such as radios
Able to perform minor maintenance/upkeep to include battery replacement or adjusting settings, as well as able to complete multi-step troubleshooting efforts that may require interactions with vendor
Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level national security clearance and DHS Suitability
Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment
Able to drive a truck and a 5th wheel trailer, with a total rig length of 45'
Excellent verbal and communication skills to include completing daily situation reports, after-action reports, and monthly reports
Proficient in the use of computers, A/V equipment, Microsoft Office products, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Must have a valid driver's license and be able to obtain and maintain a commercial driver's license within six months of employment
Preferred
Prior training per 49 CFR 172.704 (HAZMAT Training) is highly desired, but not required for initial hire
Biological and/or chemical detection experience is highly desired, but not required for initial hire
Radiation Worker training and experience working with radioactive materials
Experience driving a dually pick-up truck with a fifth wheel trailer is desired, but not required for initial hire
Prior experience with DHS CWMD Fleet requirements is desired, but not required for initial hire
Company
Summit Exercises and Training
Summit Exercises and Training offers full spectrum innovative preparedness solutions to threats facing the government and private sectors.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Adam Montella
Chief Operating Officer
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2025-08-21
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