IT/Network Simulator Technician

Valiant Integrated Services; Virginia Beach (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Valiant Integrated Services seeks a full-time IT/Network Simulator Technician to support a Navy F-18 training system at our Virginia Beach site. You will perform startup/shutdown, routine maintenance, and interface with Navy aircrew and other contractors.

Required: 2+ years electronics maintenance or a two-year electronics technician program, proficiency with MS Word/Excel, and an active Secret clearance (Top Secret preferred). IA and OS certifications within 6 months are desirable.

Qualifications

• 2+ years electronics maintenance or graduation from a two-year resident Electronics Technician course.
• Demonstrate competence through satisfactory progressive performance as an IT/Network Simulator or Electronic Technician.
• Experience operating computer equipment and proficient in MS Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Perform trainer system startup/shutdown as required with assistance.
• Perform organizational and intermediate level maintenance on all site training devices in accordance with safety and maintenance documents.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual periodic maintenance tasks.
• Interface effectively with U.S. Navy Aircrew personnel and other contractors.
• Maintain records to document and support maintenance efforts.

Skills

Electronics maintenance

IT/Network Simulator

Documentation

Navy interface

Education

Two-year electronics technician program

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Projectors

Job description

Valiant Integrated Services is looking for a full time IT/ Network Simulator Technician in a fast growing company with competitive pay and great benefits, including health, vision and dental insurance, paid time off and 401k. This position is for maintenance of a simulator training device used for the U.S. Navy F-18 program.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Perform trainer system startup/shutdown as required with assistance.
• Perform organizational and intermediate level maintenance on all site training devices in accordance with all applicable safety and maintenance documents.
• Perform daily, weekly, monthly, and annual periodic maintenance tasks.
• Ability to effectively interface/communicate with U.S. Navy Aircrew personnel and other contractors.
• Maintain records to document and support maintenance efforts.
• Keep the Site Manager informed of training devices status and any on-going logistics efforts.
• Assist Site Manager with logistic functions.
• Work collaboratively with SMEs and Technicians requires mental alertness and ability to follow written and verbal instructions given in English.
• Perform janitorial services on assigned spaces as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:

Active Secret clearance. Active Top Secret preferred.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• An Information Assurance (IA) certification of CompTIA A+ is required; a Security + is desired.
• An approved Operating System Certification will be required within 6 months of hire.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 2+ years electronics maintenance or graduation from a two-year resident Electronics Technician course at an accredited technical institute or the equivalent.

  Demonstrate competence through satisfactory progressive performance as an IT/Network Simulator or Electronic Technician.

• Experience operating computer equipment and proficient in MS Word and Excel.
• Will provide assistance in the use of LRC equipment, including audio/visual, podiums and projectors.
• Able to identify computer and computer network systems failures.
• Be able to fabricate name placards utilizing large format printer.
• Possess the ability to obtain a US Passport and must have and maintain a valid driver's license.
• Position is contingent upon additional security vetting and Government approval.
• Training or experience equivalency will be evaluated on a case by case basis by the Government.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Physical ability to walk, stand, and/or sit for extended periods of time, and to climb two (2) flights of stairs is required.

Valiant Integrated Services is an employer who hires in accordance with applicable state and federal law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in compliance with those laws.