AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR Training Specialist

Decision Technologies; Virginia Beach (VA); Remote; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic company that specializes in technical support services and engineering consultancy. As a G/ATOR Training Specialist, you will play a pivotal role in providing expert technical support and training for the AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR system. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with an experienced team, ensuring the successful operation and maintenance of advanced radar systems. With a focus on professional growth, the company provides a competitive salary, benefits, and opportunities for advancement. If you are passionate about technical training and support, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short and Long-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement

Qualifications

• 5+ years of practical experience with USMC air search radar systems.
• Expertise in developing training curriculum for radar operations.
• Knowledgeable about fire support coordination and target processing.

Responsibilities

• Provide training and courseware development for radar systems.
• Assist in developing and updating training curriculum.
• Support engineering efforts related to G/ATOR system upgrades.

Skills

USMC air search radar systems operation

Maintenance training for radar equipment

Training curriculum development

Air Defense/Surveillance Radar operations

USMC maintenance processes

Aviation Command and Control Systems

Ground-based mobile radar systems deployment

Fire support coordination knowledge

Education

Associate degree in technical field

Technical Certification

USMC Radar MOS

Job description

Work for a dynamic company specializing in technical support services and engineering consultancy. Decision Technologies Inc. has extensive experience developing RF Systems and Missile Sensors, production transition, quality and reliability assessment, test and evaluation, and logistics support. We match our capabilities to the needs of our customers. Join an experienced team that provides exceptional support and leadership in our core competencies.

Decision Technologies offers employees a competitive salary and benefits package, 401K, Flexible Spending Accounts, and Short and Long-Term Disability. As a growing company, we provide advancement opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement.

We are seeking a qualifiedG/ATOR Training Specialist in Virginia Beach, VA or Remote.

YOU MUST HAVE AN ACTIVE DOD SECRET CLEARANCE

Position Description:

The AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR Training Specialist will provide direct technical support to the Government In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and Crew Trainer for the AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR system. In this role the G/ATOR Training Specialist will provide expert technical services for the operation, training, maintenance and repair of deployed systems. The G/ATOR Training Specialist will be responsible for providing new equipment training upon delivery of TPS-80 radars to new crews and for refresher training for existing crews. In addition, the G/ATOR Training Specialist will: provide expert advice for the development of training curriculum; provide assistance to fleet Marines in the initial setup and operation of newly deployed systems; provide documentation of the results of maintenance, troubleshooting and problem resolution actions; provide logistics support, remote and/or on-site troubleshooting and repair in response to requests for technical assistance.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Provide assistance in training and courseware/product development
• Assist in the development of training curriculum or curriculum updates
• Provide subject matter expertise on system operations, signal flow, electronics theory, troubleshooting, and fault isolation
• Provide Tier 1 and Tier 2 maintenance support at various product locations, as required
• Support engineering efforts related to the development, testing and analysis of G/ATOR upgrades, replacement or modifications
• Ensure system curriculum, design and/or procedural changes have been incorporated
• Ensure other personnel, to include trainers, are adhering to established schedules
• Participate in testing and evaluation of G/ATOR system improvements and new software baselines, documenting test results and recommendations
• Participate in maintenance procedure changes and training curriculum improvements
• Participate in technical documentation review and modifications
• Perform post installation light-off and testing

Required Qualifications and Skills:

• Practical experience operating, maintaining and troubleshooting USMC air search radar systems
• Practical experience with delivery of maintenance and operator training for new radar equipment
• Experience with development of maintenance and operator training curriculum
• Practical experience with Air Defense/Surveillance Radar (AD/SR), Air Traffic Control (ATC) Radar or Ground Weapons Locating Radar (GWLR) operations
• Practical experience with USMC maintenance processes and procedures, to include echelons/levels of maintenance (i.e. 1st through 4th echelon, or field level)
• Experience with Aviation Command and Control Systems, Air Defense Radar Systems maintenance and associated Identification Friend & Foe (IFF) equipment, or experience in the operation, maintenance, and integration with external systems of Marine Corps Counter Fire Radar Systems
• Experience with deployment and setup of ground-based mobile radar systems
• Designated Senior and or Master Instructor per MCCES, Marine Air Ground Combat Center Directives
• Completed and obtained the secondary MOS of 5977 Weapons and Tactics Instructor
• Completed and obtained the secondary MOS of 8060 Acquisition Specialist
• Field Artillery Radar Team Leader, Artillery Electronics Maintenance Marine or Artillery Target Acquisition Officer
• Designated Artillery Fire Finder Radar Operator Course Senior Instructor
• Knowledgeable on fire support coordination and target processing center operations

Other Requirements:

• Associate degree in technical field, Technical Certification or USMC Radar MOS
• Minimum Secret Clearance

Desired Qualifications and Skills:

• Aviation Radar Crew Chief and Maintenance Chief
• Familiarity with USMC logistics support and repair parts requisition processes
• Experience with electrical safety procedures, hazardous material handling and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Personal computer skills (competent with MS Office applications)

Travel Requirements:

• Local travel requirements ( up to 50%)
• Remote travel requirements (>50%)

Decision Technologies, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.