Tactical Systems Technician

Job Description Kitty Hawk Technologies, a growing service and technology innovator, is seeking talented and motivated professionals to deliver lean and effective solutions to our government partners. We have an immediate opening for a Tactical Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will provide an opportunity to develop the innovative technology that supports some of our nation’s most important defense initiatives. Kitty Hawk employees work closely with our customers to develop solutions that support national engineering and security missions, and the ideal candidate will support our team in providing program support to the Department of War (DoW). In addition to receiving a competitive salary and health benefits, the Tactical Systems Technician will join a motivated, talented, and technically accomplished team. The employee will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. Candidates must be results oriented and have the ability to work in a well-organized, logical and systematic manner. They will set clear objectives, monitor progress, take corrective action and control performance levels to maintain high internal customer satisfaction. They will possess deep insight into customer requirements and will maintain the ability to ethically influence those requirements. They will be able to clearly define and clearly articulate compelling solutions and will require an ability to quickly assimilate and apply complex technical information. Kitty Hawk Technologies is currently seeking a Tactical Systems Technician with 4+ years of U.S. Navy tactical operations and maintenance experience in support of DoW engineering services to work in the Dahlgren, Virginia, area. Key Responsibilities Operate, test, troubleshoot, configure, and maintain tactical, training, and simulation systems and associated laboratory equipmentPerform corrective and preventive maintenance to support system availability and operational readinessPrepare concise, accurate, and sufficiently detailed entries in tactical and laboratory logbooksFollow approved Standard Operating Procedures, technical documentation, configuration management processes, and applicable safety and security requirementsGenerate, update, track, and close work candidates, Trouble Reports, and configuration changes, ensuring all information is complete and accurateInstall and test approved local change notices associated with the AEGIS Weapon SystemConfigure simulation systems to the operational states required to support test events and objectivesDetermine and document the functional status of laboratory equipment, computer programs, and test systemsIdentify and report system issues and independently support troubleshooting, investigation, and problem resolutionPerform system data recording, extraction, transfer, and archival activities as requiredSupport laboratory scheduling, test-event coordination meetings, Test Readiness Reviews, and other operational planning activitiesProvide responsive technical support to laboratory users, engineers, and test personnel Required Qualifications Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD clearance is necessary – U.S. Citizenship is requiredFour years of general U.S. Navy tactical operations and maintenance experience, including at least two years of operations and maintenance experience with training or simulation systemsExperience with tactical, training, or simulation systems such as AEGIS, SSDS, AC2SN, ACTS, BFTT, WASP, MLST3, ASTATS, or NGSExperience supporting military test laboratories, combat systems, tactical systems, or comparable technical environmentsExperience troubleshooting hardware, software, computer programs, and interconnected test systemsWorking knowledge of tactical, training, and simulation system operations and maintenanceAbility to test equipment, diagnose technical issues, and perform corrective and preventive maintenanceAbility to interpret and follow technical procedures, system documentation, security requirements, and configuration management processesAbility to prepare accurate technical documentation, operational logs, work candidates, and Trouble ReportsAbility to work assigned shifts based on mission and laboratory requirements Desired Qualifications Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math fieldKnowledge of Naval Surface Warfare or Missile Defense Agency programs and architecturesKnowledge and experience with tactical data linksActive TS/SCI or active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibilityStrong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issues Travel Some limited travel may be required to support this position Position Type: Full-Time Salary Range: $95,000 – $110,000 Work Location: In person Auto req ID 484946BR Minimum Education Required High School/GED Preferred Education Bachelors Required Experience Four years of general U.S. Navy tactical operations and maintenance experience, including at least two years of operations and maintenance experience with training or simulation systemsExperience with tactical, training, or simulation systems such as AEGIS, SSDS, AC2SN, ACTS, BFTT, WASP, MLST3, ASTATS, or NGSExperience supporting military test laboratories, combat systems, tactical systems, or comparable technical environmentsExperience troubleshooting hardware, software, computer programs, and interconnected test systemsWorking knowledge of tactical, training, and simulation system operations and maintenanceAbility to test equipment, diagnose technical issues, and perform corrective and preventive maintenanceAbility to interpret and follow technical procedures, system documentation, security requirements, and configuration management processesAbility to prepare accurate technical documentation, operational logs, work candidates, and Trouble ReportsAbility to work assigned shifts based on mission and laboratory requirements. Preferred Experience Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering, Science, or Math fieldKnowledge of Naval Surface Warfare or Missile Defense Agency programs and architecturesKnowledge and experience with tactical data linksActive TS/SCI or active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibilityStrong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issues Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities Some limited travel may be required to support this position. Certificates/Security Clearances/Other Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret DoD clearance is necessary – U.S. Citizenship is required. City* King George State* Virginia Job_Category Engineering Job Code Technician_ _Technician Affiliate Sponsor Kitty Hawk Technologies Salary Range >$100,000