Full-time

Description

Purpose and Scope:

Support the Engineering Work Center with installation of new equipment on the range and into facilities. Position will also modify existing equipment and provide trouble shooting assistance for communication systems. Position includes all communication and data systems located on Fallon Tactical Training Range (TTR) and where they terminate in the Control Facilities on Naval Air Station Fallon. Position is represented by a Union Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA).

Essential Responsibilities:

Range communications support to include field engineering, installation, and integration of equipment and facilities necessary to meet TTR communication and video requirements.
Project support as assigned, to include engineering assistance in design, fabrication, cost analysis, procurement, installation, configuration change, development, documentation, and integration of approved projects.
New requirements support as assigned, to include integration of system modifications, range reconfigurations and new facility buildups. These activities are further defined as those relative to Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) and the planning, proposal and implementation of modifications, improvement, and upgrades.
Equipment relocation to include cost analysis optimization studies, engineering studies, integration, and installation in support of range growth or other requirements.
Inoperative systems support as assigned to include field-engineering actions necessary to return equipment/systems to operational status.
Support the Configuration Management (CM) program to include the evaluation and monitoring of all modifications to TTR equipment or facilities, the generation of change requests to improve operability/reliability/maintainability and ensuring that applicable CM standards are adhered to.
Assists in identifying sources of spare parts for systems.
Complex system analysis and troubleshooting to assist in returning mission support systems to operational availability status when required.
Documents maintenance actions in Integrated Enterprise Management Systems (IEMS).

Requirements

Minimum Position Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required:

Position requires 2-4 years applicable experience, a bachelor’s degree in a related field, or an acceptable mix of education and experience. Active Secret security clearance required for consideration.

Minimum Experience Requirements:

Two years’ technical experience with Tactical Training Range systems or equivalent military systems.
Two years of instrumentation experience in the following areas:
Fiber Optics theory
Electromagnetic waves, antennas
Optical systems
Communications systems (analog, digital and voice)
Video signal processing and recording
Microwave Transmission
Static/dynamic systems calibration (radar and data)
Spectrum Analysis
Project Management
FM/VHF/UHF Systems
Ability to speak, read, and write English fluently.

Minimum Position-Specific Training Required:

Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy “C” School or vocational school with formal training in the field of electronic equipment maintenance and equipment manufacturer training.
Possess a valid state Driver’s License.

Work Environment, Physical Demands, and Mental Demands:

Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines. Routine travel to remote site facilities may be involved. Work is occasionally performed in a shop or other facility environment that is moderately lighted, heated and ventilated, is exposed to disagreeable fumes and to cuts and bruises from using tools in close placed and hazards of moving vehicles such as forklifts and sweepers in shop area. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts items weighing 15-25 pounds and occasionally more than 45 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, extreme heat, and vibration. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions; fumes or airborne particles; outside weather conditions; and risk of electrical shock.

Citizenship and Security Clearance Requirements

US Citizen
Obtain and maintain Secret level of clearance.

Cybersecurity Requirements:

This position has been designated as a Cyber IT/Cybersecurity Workforce position in specialty area, (48) – Telecommunications Management – Intermediate/Journeyman - and as a condition of employment incumbents of the position are required to comply with the DON Cyber IT/CSWF Program requirements of SECNAV M-5239.2, which include:

Earn and maintain appropriate credentials from the Cyber IT/CSWF Qualification Matrix (described in SECNAV M-5239.2) associated with the specialty area and level commensurate with the scope of major assigned duties for the position to which you are assigned, and;
Participate in a continuous learning program as described in SECNAVINST 1543.2. A minimum of 40 hours of Cyber IT/CSWF related continuous learning annually documented in a current individual development plan signed by both the employee and supervisor.

EEO: WESTECH is an Equal Opportunity Employer. WESTECH provides equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. EOE/Minorities/Women/Vet/Disability

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