Radar Planner/Controller

Typical Duties

• Analyze and perform planning functions utilizing official Universal Documentation System (UDS)
• Aid Controllers with the coordination of personnel actions and managing mission systems during operations in the Range Control Center (RCC) or Missile Flight Control Center (MFCC)
• Manage critical, real-time Telemetry and/or Range Safety data required for the fulfillment of launch vehicle tracking requirements on the Western Range
• Perform operational duties as a Telemetry Controller (TMC) or Radar Controller (RC), Acquisition Data Systems Controller (ADSC), and Real-Time Data Controller (RTDC)
• Perform operational duties as a planner in accordance with department needs
• Cook up and direct operations support for range systems
• Coordinate and provide direction to range systems in managing system data performance and integrating operations support
• Conduct pre-test briefings and post-test critiques
• Evaluate system conditions during pre-launch / launch activities and provide recommendations to Controllers / Mission Control Specialist
• Execute the following duties: Support all Pre-launch and Launch operations, Plan, schedule, and support day-to-day operations, Train and mentor Planner / Controllers, Plan, develop, and draft training procedures for respective positions, Troubleshoot and communicate circuit and Telemetry or Flight Operations (FO) system issues in real-time, Make real-time changes to circuit patching and Telemetry or FO system configurations, Evaluate recommended changes to operating procedures or methods to improve data quality and performance for future tests / operation, Assist with and or prepare reports, procedures, and operational documents, Communicate with the mission team and federal government entities to obtain background information to meet operational requirements, and ensure the maximum probability of meeting requirements

Minimum Requirements

• Associates degree in a technical and/or analytical field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience or related military experience
• Two years of Western Range technical experience; knowledge of Operations and Maintenance (O&M) systems and launch operations preferred
• Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook)
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Able to multitask and control activities during countdown for tests
• Able to make educated decisions under pressure
• The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance

Skill

Skillfully and proficiently execute the following duties:

• Support all Pre-launch and Launch operations
• Plan, schedule, and support day-to-day operations
• Train and mentor Planner / Controllers
• Plan, develop, and draft training procedures for respective positions
• Troubleshoot and communicate circuit and Telemetry or Flight Operations (FO) system issues in real-time
• Make real-time changes to circuit patching and Telemetry or FO system configurations
• Evaluate recommended changes to operating procedures or methods to improve data quality and performance for future tests / operation
• Absorb and prepare reports, procedures, and operational documents
• Communicate with the mission team and federal government entities to obtain background information to meet operational requirements, and ensure the maximum probability of meeting requirements

Pay

The starting hourly rate for this position is $50.40/hour.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability insurance
• Short-term disability insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays annually