The role involves providing configuration engineering for communication systems, leading teams, performing modifications, testing, and training on military communication platforms.
Job Description
The selected applicant will provide configuration engineering and management of the Radio Integration System (RIS) for the Navy Special Operations command with minimal supervision and will lead teams in the field delivering and performing modifications to various fixed and mobile RIS communications platforms in use by the U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). Will install, configure, service, repair, and provide technical assistance on all platforms and will provide both formal and informal training on all platforms. Will perform operational testing and evaluation (OT&E) of systems prior to deployment and compose and submit detailed written technical reports. Will perform failure analysis and provide written detailed recommendations for solutions.
The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate is $ 38.28/hr.
This position is located in San Diego. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to San Diego or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and at least six years related experience
Ability and willingness to facilitate both ad hoc and formal training events
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, possibly more, to both CONUS and OCONUS locations
Ability to meet and maintain the certifications/qualifications for travel to Hazardous Duty locations
US military electronics training/experience
Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with RIS Family of Systems (FoS), Family of Special Operations Vehicles (FOSOV), Satellite Deployable Node (SDN), Tactical Local Area Network (TACLAN), and other Special Experience using communications-electronics test equipment
Operations Forces (SOF) communications packages
Operations / Maintenance experience with current generation US Special Operations Forces Tactical Radios (SATCOM, LOS, HF and SHF)
COMSEC equipment operations/maintenance
Formal Trainer/Instructor Certification
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
The selected applicant will provide configuration engineering and management of the Radio Integration System (RIS) for the Navy Special Operations command with minimal supervision and will lead teams in the field delivering and performing modifications to various fixed and mobile RIS communications platforms in use by the U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). Will install, configure, service, repair, and provide technical assistance on all platforms and will provide both formal and informal training on all platforms. Will perform operational testing and evaluation (OT&E) of systems prior to deployment and compose and submit detailed written technical reports. Will perform failure analysis and provide written detailed recommendations for solutions.
The hourly rate for this position is set by the Dept of Labor and is not negotiable. Current rate is $ 38.28/hr.
This position is located in San Diego. There is no relocation assistance available for this position. Applicants must be currently residing in or state willingness to relocate self to San Diego or surrounding areas.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
High school diploma and at least six years related experience
Ability and willingness to facilitate both ad hoc and formal training events
Ability and willingness to travel up to 25%, possibly more, to both CONUS and OCONUS locations
Ability to meet and maintain the certifications/qualifications for travel to Hazardous Duty locations
US military electronics training/experience
Microsoft Office proficient (Word, Outlook, Excel)
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
Experience with RIS Family of Systems (FoS), Family of Special Operations Vehicles (FOSOV), Satellite Deployable Node (SDN), Tactical Local Area Network (TACLAN), and other Special Experience using communications-electronics test equipment
Operations Forces (SOF) communications packages
Operations / Maintenance experience with current generation US Special Operations Forces Tactical Radios (SATCOM, LOS, HF and SHF)
COMSEC equipment operations/maintenance
Formal Trainer/Instructor Certification
Pay Information
This position is covered by a wage law called the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA). The wage range for this position is determined by the Wage and Hour Division of the Department of Labor on a contract-by-contract basis.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20+ hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
About BAE Systems Intelligence & Security
BAE Systems, Inc. is the U.S. subsidiary of BAE Systems plc, an international defense, aerospace and security company which delivers a full range of products and services for air, land and naval forces, as well as advanced electronics, security, information technology solutions and customer support services. Improving the future and protecting lives is an ambitious mission, but it's what we do at BAE Systems. Working here means using your passion and ingenuity where it counts - defending national security with breakthrough technology, superior products, and intelligence solutions. As you develop the latest technology and defend national security, you will continually hone your skills on a team-making a big impact on a global scale. At BAE Systems, you'll find a rewarding career that truly makes a difference.
Intelligence & Security (I&S), based in McLean, Virginia, designs and delivers advanced defense, intelligence, and security solutions that support the important missions of our customers. Our pride and dedication shows in everything we do-from intelligence analysis, cyber operations and IT expertise to systems development, systems integration, and operations and maintenance services. Knowing that our work enables the U.S. military and government to recognize, manage and defeat threats inspires us to push ourselves and our technologies to new levels.
This position will be posted for at least 5 calendar days. The posting will remain active until the position is filled, or a qualified pool of candidates is identified.
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