Operations Support Technician

Job Responsibilities

• Maintain proficiency in the use of PR related equipment, capabilities, processes, procedures and devices.
• Deploy and operate mobile RF (radio frequency) equipment, both on the ground and aboard aviation platforms.
• Coincide and participate in realistic training scenarios and exercises testing RF devices and other capabilities worldwide.
• Aid in the development of training, tactics, and procedures (TTPs) associated with PR capabilities and related support activities.
• Maintain readiness of PR capabilities and other supporting equipment, including performing recurring maintenance inspections, configuration of devices, operational testing, and troubleshooting of any performance issues.
• Serve as a property custodian to maintain accountability of assets.
• Prepare routine correspondence, operator support plans, training guides, exercise plans, security plans, and participate in drafting capabilities requirements.
• Cook up and conduct capabilities briefs for COCOM and interagency stakeholders.
• Establish and maintain relationships with community partners/customers.
• Participate in seminars, working groups, and meetings that outline new and emerging technologies, and provide expertise on their applicability to the PR mission.
• Plan and support test events, exercises, and operational utility evaluations (OUE).
• Provide initial and refresher training on equipment use to customers.
• Provide technical support/advice on PR equipment and capabilities to customers.

  Minimum Requirements

  • Must have an Active Top Secret US Government Clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Note: US Citizenship is required to maintain a Top Secret Clearance.
  • Experience with Radio Frequencies, Airborne Sensors, and Global Positioning Systems.
  • Experience with the operational deployment and employment of RF sensors.
  • Experience with operational utility evaluation of capabilities.
  • 5+ years’ experience in Personnel Recovery or related military experience.
  • Operational deployment experience.
  • Solid experience using Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
  • Excellent writing and communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and in a structured team environment.

    Preferred Skills and Experience

    • 6+ years of related experience.
    • SERE Level C training or equivalent.
    • Special Operations experience.
    • Operational deployment experience within the last 3 years.

      Other Requirements

      • This is a non-remote, full-time onsite position, following a standard 8-hr per day/40-hr workweek with occasional overtime or the need to flex hours based on customer support needs.
      • Some after-hours or short-term shift work may be required to support urgent customer needs, including weekends and holidays.
      • Routine travel is required (up to 30%).
      • Must be able to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time working in an office environment, industrial space, or under various environmental conditions while conducting fieldwork.
      • Able to lift various sizes of materials and equipment (up to 50lbs).
      • Must be able to deploy for short durations (not to exceed 30 days) worldwide in potentially austere environments in support of PR operations, exercises, and test events.
      • Must pass requisite physical examinations, comply with applicable theater entry requirements (TERs), and maintain deployability status.

        Compensation & Benefits

        • This is an hourly, overtime-eligible position that falls under the Service Contract Act (SCA).
        • In accordance with the Health and Welfare provisions of the SCA, and in addition to your base hourly rate, you may be eligible to receive an additional health and welfare payment for each hour you work to ensure compliance with the minimums set forth by the act.
        • The amount you are entitled to receive will vary depending upon the fringe benefits you select now and in the future.
        • Compensation Details: $46 - $62
        • Benefits Overview: Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include: Health, dental, and vision insurance; Paid time off and holidays; Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching); Educational reimbursement; Parental leave; Employee stock purchase plan; Tax-saving options; Disability and life insurance; Pet insurance.
        • Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.