Radar System Operator Associate

Amentum is seeking a Systems Operator for the Space Force Range Contract

This is a remote overseas assignment on Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean, in support of 24/7, special test and launch operations with no family accommodations. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, three meals a day, potential for overseas tax incentives, 24-hour gym access, tennis, racquetball & basketball courts, pool, fishing, hiking, beautiful beaches, scuba diving, team sports and more!

Essential Functions

• Operates instrumentation, communication and test equipment
• Analyzes radar tracking equipment and system problems to resolution and recommends revisions or adjusts and implements actions as approved
• Maintains objective quality evidence, configuration documentation, property, logistics, supply, security, facility and classified accounts as required
• Responsible for property inventory, control of supply parts and tools
• Assists systems checks/calibrations
• Tracks, collects and maintains data associated with customer and calibration requirements
• Maintains station logs, equipment logs, documentation and records
• Completes assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations and launch support
• Supports routine test operations, checkouts and modifications

Required Skills

• Basic analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Good time management, administrative and organizational skills
• Excellent attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and stay on task
• Ability to rotate shifts from day to night on a regular basis and work extended shifts up to 12 hours as needed (may work continually on night shift)
• Ability to maintain a positive attitude and be reliable in a very dynamic environment
• Ability to interface with all levels of personnel in a diverse, team-oriented environment
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relations with employees and the public

Required Experience

• High School Diploma required
• Associate's Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, preferred
• 0 - 2 years of large-scale instrumentation operations or maintenance experience
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
• Basic understanding and experience working on standard electronics test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, Pulse Generators, and analog/digital meters, preferred
• Experience working with property control, logistics and quality standards, preferred
• Radar operations/maintenance experience, preferred

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds
• Ability to ascend/descend and traverse work areas at heights of 20 feet or more
• Ability to respond quickly to sounds, including high pitches, and smells
• Ability to drive manual transmission*
• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
• Valid U.S. Driver's License
• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire