Aegis SI&T SPY Radar Technician

General Dynamics Information Technology; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled SI&T SPY Radar Technician to join their dynamic team. This role involves supporting the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems by ensuring the operability of the AN/SPY Radar System. You will coordinate with engineers, assist in troubleshooting, and lead efforts to ensure the system's readiness for testing. With a commitment to innovation and collaboration, this position offers opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work with cutting-edge technology. If you are passionate about defense technology and eager to make a difference, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

401K with company match

Comprehensive health and wellness packages

Paid vacation and holidays

Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications

Cutting-edge technology to learn from

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience as a SPY Radar Technician.
• Ability to work collaboratively within the GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with the AN/SPY Radar Systems Engineer for signal processor/antenna matters.
• Assist in identifying, isolating, and repairing processing and equipment problems.

Skills

AEGIS Combat Systems

Radar Equipment

Combat Systems Integration

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science

Job description

**Req ID:** RQ199179

**Type of Requisition:** Regular

**Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain:** Secret

**Public Trust/Other Required:** None

**Job Family:** Naval Marine Engineering

**Skills:**

AEGIS Combat Systems, Antennas (Inactive), Combat Systems Integration, Radar Equipment

**Experience:**

10+ years of related experience

**US Citizenship Required:** Yes

**Job Description:**

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Ship Integration & Test (SI&T) SPY Radar Technician joining our team to support the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) activities.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a SI&T SPY Radar Technician supporting PEO IWS, you will be trusted to bring together a multi-disciplinary team that is geographically dispersed to provide engineering planning, design, integration, installation, and test of Aegis Combat Systems (ACS) onboard ships post-construction and during maintenance availabilities. This senior position will be tied to both Program Management and Engineering. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the AN/SPY Radar System is operable and available to support testing.

Specific responsibilities include:

1. Coordinate with the AN/SPY Radar Systems Engineer for signal processor/antenna matters.
2. Assist in identifying, isolating, and repairing processing, array, power, and cooling equipment problems.
3. Report to the Combat Systems O&M Manager and ATO/ATM when directed.
4. Identify and resolve AN/SPY Radar System equipment and documentation discrepancies.
5. Submit AN/SPY Radar System equipment status reports.
6. Assist in the resolution of AN/SPY logistics issues.
7. Review AN/SPY drawings, documents, and test procedures.
8. Report recommendations for improvement or discrepancies noted.
9. Ensure AN/SPY Radar equipment is activated, operational, and properly configured to support each test event.
10. Assist during test conduct.
11. Assist shipyard and installation teams with equipment issues.
12. Assist with collection and analysis of AN/SPY Radar performance data.
13. Assist or perform government-conducted tests on respective systems in port and at sea.
14. Ensure safe in-port radiation practices are followed.
15. Assist crew familiarization and training.
16. Assist in Combat System alignment efforts.
17. Assess system installation and operation in support of upcoming ship and availability milestones.
18. Lead or participate in ship checks to survey Combat System spaces.
19. Develop PowerPoint presentations as required.
20. Participate in meetings and phone conferences as required by the government sponsor.
21. Assist in resolving Combat System space arrangement issues occurring during equipment installations.

What you'll need:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) in a relevant field and 10+ years of experience as a SPY Radar Technician (or 15+ years of experience without a degree).
• Ability to work collaboratively within the larger GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector.
• A US DoD Secret security clearance is required.
• US Citizenship is required.

GDIT is your place:

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
• 401K with company match.
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages.
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you grow your career.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Cutting-edge technology to learn from.
• Paid vacation and holidays for rest and recharge.

#navyacs

The likely salary range is $108,979 - $147,443, depending on experience, location, and contractual requirements.

Our benefits include medical, dental, vision, 401(k), paid time off, disability, life insurance, and more. We regularly review our Total Rewards to stay competitive.

We are GDIT, delivering consulting, technology, and mission services to the U.S. government and defense sectors worldwide, operating across 50 countries with expertise in digital modernization, AI/ML, Cloud, Cyber, and application development.

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