USMC Radar Field Technician

About the role

Decision Technologies seeks a qualified USMC Radar Field Technician to join our team in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The candidate will provide direct technical support to the Government In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for USMC Land Based Radars. In this role, the candidate will provide expert technical advice for the operation, training, maintenance, and repair of deployed systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical assistance to fleet Marines in the initial setup and operation of newly deployed systems and will provide refresher training as required
• Provide documentation of the results of maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution actions
• Provide remote support and/or on-site troubleshooting and repair in response to requests for technical assistance
• Support engineering efforts related to the development, testing, and analysis of System upgrades, replacement, or modifications
• Analyze requirements, develop acquisition documentation, and support configuration management of documentation
• Recommend, review, and test Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for engineering accuracy and ability to implement in fielded systems
• Provide support in Test & Evaluation efforts for AN/UPX-44 Identification Friend or Foe Interrogator (IFFI) requirements to validate/verify system capability and compliance with AIMS Certification
• Provide engineering task/project management for the Radar Engineering Team and provide technical support for the fielding of the production system to USMC Units
• Assist in the development of training curriculum or curriculum updates
• Participate in testing and evaluation of G/ATOR system improvements and new software baselines, documenting test results and recommendations
• Participate in maintenance procedure changes
• Participate in technical documentation review and modifications
• Perform post-installation light-off and testing

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience operating and maintaining ground-based air defense radar systems (e.g., MRADR, AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR, or equivalent)
• Familiarity with radar theory, target acquisition, and electronic warfare principles
• Strong understanding of electronic circuitry, RF systems, and mechanical components used in radar platforms
• Ability to read and interpret technical manuals, schematics, and troubleshooting guides
• Active Secret clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Prior Military Experience (USMC or DoD Radar Systems)
• Experience with USMC air defense systems such as AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR, AN/TPS-59, or involvement in Marine Air Command and Control System (MACCS) operations
• Practical experience with Air Defense/Surveillance Radar (AD/SR), Air Traffic Control (ATC) Radar, or Ground Weapons Locating Radar (GWLR) operations
• Completion of a military radar operations/maintenance course (e.g., 5948, 2887 MOS school, or equivalent)
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, Network+, or Electronics Technician certification (ETA/I)
• Familiarity with Integrated Air and Missile Defense (IAMD) Concepts. Understanding of layered air defense, sensor integration, and joint tactical data links (e.g., Link 16, CEC, or JREAP protocols)
• Proficiency in systems such as CAC2S, TAOM, or other Command and Control (C2) platforms that interface with radar systems
• Experience working in joint or combined arms environments is a plus

Travel

• 20-40% travel

Pay

• $39 - $39 USD per hour (NSWC PH VB Det)

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications