Range Technician I
About the role
The Range Technician I works under the general supervision of the Innovation Proving Ground (IPG) Director of Testing. This entry-level position encompasses support to all phases of customer event-driven operations, ranging from Demonstrations to full Test and Evaluation events.
Responsibilities
- Support all phases of IPG Test Operations (Plan, Prepare, Execute, and Assess).
- In conjunction with (ICW) the Senior Tech I, conducts periodic Range and facility maintenance and improvements to include limited landscaping operations.
- Execute equipment accountability and sustainability operations to ensure all equipment is fully mission capable and/or receiving repairs.
- ICW the Data Team lead, support IPG internal and external Validation, Verification, and accreditation events for instrumentation and network interoperability.
- Employ the IPG's camera, radar, and network capabilities to optimize event coverage.
- As required, function as the Range Officer in Charge and Range Safety Officer for support to both internal and external events.
- Independently plan events as required.
- Provide input to, and assist in, the development of supply, maintenance, and operational policies governing IPG operations.
- Enforce all safety procedures and policies, to include but no limited to operating in open air environments (hot and cold), confined space, and lockout/tag-out.
- Absorb and execute specialized programs such as conferences, seminars, lectures, meetings, and workshops to facilitate program goals.
- Serve as the IPG's alternate purchase card holder and, when needed, execute all aspects of purchasing; research, cut sheet, approval, buy, and deliver.
- Other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- High school diploma.
- Two years of experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Must be able to gain and maintain a DoD (Department of Defense) security clearance.
Qualifications
- Knowledge of word basic computer skills; word-processing, spreadsheet management, and PowerPoint.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal organizational, and customer service skills.
- Maintains attention to detail and utilizes sound judgment.
- Prior proven critical and creative thinking skills.
- Able to operate autonomously after provided guidance and objectives.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
Skills
- Basic computer skills.
- Communication skills.
- Organizational skills.
- Attention to detail.
- Critical and creative thinking skills.
- Autonomy and multitasking ability.
- Customer service skills.
Benefits
Salary $13.01 - $20.00 per hour commensurate with experience. The System Offices provides an outstanding benefits package including, but not limited to: competitive health benefits; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; a defined benefit retirement plan to include an employer contribution through Teachers Retirement System of Texas (TRS); if applicable, a defined contribution retirement plan to include an employer contribution through an approved ORP vendor: additional voluntary tax deferred annuity (TDA) options; tuition assistance; and wellness programs to promote work/life balance.