Range Operations & Safety Lead

Obsolete Site; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Obsolete Site is seeking a Range Operations Specialist to manage daily range operations and ensure safe, efficient use of ranges and training areas in line with Army regulations and SOPs.

You will supervise range control and fire desk functions using RFMSS, monitor live-fire activities, and enforce safety standards while coordinating with Range Safety Officers and installation safety personnel. This role requires up to 10% TDY travel and shift work.

Qualifications

• Experience applying Army regulations and SOPs to range operations.
• Ability to schedule using RFMSS and monitor live-fire activities.
• Strong emphasis on range safety and hazard identification.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily range operations to ensure safe and efficient use of ranges and training areas per Army regulations and SOPs.
• Operate Range Control and Fire Desk functions, scheduling range use through RFMSS and monitoring live-fire activities.
• Monitor and enforce range safety requirements, including firing programs, direction of fire, and weather conditions.
• Conduct range inspections and safety oversight to identify hazards and ensure safe training.
• Provide technical guidance and coordinate with Range Safety Officers, installation safety personnel, and training units.
• Operate and monitor range automation and communications, including range tower systems and target movers.
• Investigate range accidents, identify causes, recommend corrective actions, and prepare reports.
• Support range program management and regulatory compliance for SOPs, safety programs, and environmental requirements.

Skills

Range safety knowledge

Scheduling & coordination

Communication with military/civilian

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Experience with DoD/Army safety programs

Tools

RFMSS

Range automation systems

Job description

Obsolete Site is seeking a Range Operations Specialist to manage daily range operations and ensure safe, efficient use of ranges and training areas in line with Army regulations and SOPs.

You will supervise range control and fire desk functions using RFMSS, monitor live-fire activities, and enforce safety standards while coordinating with Range Safety Officers and installation safety personnel. This role requires up to 10% TDY travel and shift work.