Aerostat Operator

Talos Mission Solutions Inc.; Maryland; On-site; USD 133,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Travel covered

3 weeks vacation

Job summary

Talos Mission Solutions Inc. seeks Level 3 and Level 4 aerostat operators for an OCONUS contract in Saudi Arabia. Candidates must hold an active DoD Secret clearance and have prior aerostat experience.

The role covers hands-on operation, launch, in-flight operations, recovery, and mooring of ISR platforms and related support gear. The position is a 1099 contractor role with lodging and work travel provided, plus three weeks of vacation.

Qualifications

• Current active DoD Secret clearance required.
• Prior aerostat experience preferred at Level 3/4.
• Formal technical training via military or civilian schools is needed.

Responsibilities

• Hands-on operation of the aerostat system, including launch, in-flight operations, recovery, and mooring.
• Operate ISR platform and associated equipment (MMP, sensors, communications, navigation, power generators).
• Maintain and troubleshoot aerostat hardware and support gear.
• Supervise/lead in Level 2-4 tasks as required.

Skills

Mechanical

IT

ISR

Electronics

Aerostat hardware

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Technical training

Tools

HARC

MX Series

Vista Radar

SOCET GXP

Job description

We have several OCONUS operator openings to support an Aerostat contract in Saudi Arabia (KSA). We are seeking individuals with a technical background, particularly those with experience in mechanical, IT, ISR, and electronic fields. To be considered for these roles, you must have a current, active DOD Secret clearance and prior aerostat experience.

We have multiple openings for Level 3s and 4s to start and deploy once cleared by medical /CRC. All other requirements and salary info are listed below.

Primary areas of responsibility:

• Operators/maintainers will participate in the hands-on operation of the aerostat system, including launch, in-flight operations, recovery, and mooring.
• Candidates will perform all functions to operate the aerostat, an Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) platform; its Mobile Mooring Platform (MMP), Sensor Payload(s), communications and navigation systems, as well as associated support equipment (Boom Lift, Forklift, All-Terrain Vehicles (ATVs), and Electrical Power Generators).

Required Education/Experience:

• A high school diploma or equivalent, plus formal technical training (via military or civilian technical schools).

The position requires supervisory/leadership experience. Technical expertise with aerostat hardware or tactical ground-based ISR experience is preferred at a 40-series level in any MOS; a 30-series level or greater from Army MOS 35F/G/H and 96R/U; other military branch equivalents of Army MOS 35F/G/H and 96R/U; or an industry equivalent. The positions require training in HARC, MX Series, Vista Radar, DRTl 301C, TCDL, GeoSpera, and SOCET GXP.

Note: 30

Series/industry equivalent denotes four (4) or more years of experience in the requested labor disciplines. At least three (3) years of previous aerostat experience may qualify for Level Three experience. All Level Three Shift Leads must be trained and certified on all Level Two tasks and the Level Three requirements.

The position requires supervisory/leadership experience and technical expertise with aerostat hardware or with tactical ground-based ISR. A 40 series level or greater in any MOS (Senior Non-commissioned, Technical Chief Warrant Officer), military branch equivalent, or industry equivalent to Army MOS 35F/G/H and 96R/U. The positions also require training in HARC, MX Series, Vista Radar, DRT1301C, TCDL, GeoSpera, and SOCET GXP.

Note: 40

Series/industry equivalent denotes six (6) or more years of experience in the requested labor disciplines. Al/ Level Four Site Leads must be trained and certified in all Level Three tasks, in addition to Level Four requirements, or have three (3) years of aerostat experience.

This is an independent 1099 contractor position, not a W2 employee position. You will be responsible for any income-related taxes and will need to complete a W-9. If you have a corporation, you can be paid through it.

Level 3 operators will be paid a salary of $77,040.00 and a per diem of $153.73 for a total income of $133,000.00. You will receive lodging and work-related travel, along with 3 weeks of vacation.

Level 4 operators will be paid $92,040.00 in salary and a per diem of $153.73, for a total income of $148,000.00. You will receive lodging and work-related travel, along with 3 weeks of vacation.

No other PTO or benefits will be offered.