Range Systems Supervisor (FCAC)

Amentum; Vandenberg Village (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Paid parental leave

Paid holidays

Job summary

Amentum seeks a Range Systems Supervisor for the Frequency Control Analyst Center (FCAC) on the Space Force Range Contract. You will oversee five frequency controllers, maintain an interference-free RF environment, and ensure proper documentation and compliance with spectrum policies.

The role requires a strong background in spectrum management, RF systems, and coordination across DoD and Space Force directives. US citizenship with ability to obtain a Secret clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Five (5) or more years of leadership, supervisory, or management experience.
• Two (2) years of radio frequency or related systems experience.
• DISA Spectrum XXI Course.
• Operational-level DoD spectrum management experience, especially in multi-service or multi-agency coordination.
• Experience with deconflicting and scheduling of radio frequency assignments and use.
• Strong expertise in spectrum management and wireless communications.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain or maintain a Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain an interference-free RF environment.
• Manage and supervise five full-time frequency controllers.
• Provide frequency monitoring and protection through spectrum surveillance.
• Ensure all Western Range Emitters are properly documented and authorized to radiate.
• Maintain accurate documentation of conforming to Western Range RF Spectrum System Policies and Requirements.
• Be knowledgeable on the capabilities and limitations of FCAC and FMS.
• Act as Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Manager as required by the USG to coordinate plans, policies, and directives.

Skills

Leadership experience

RF spectrum management

Interference resolution

Spectrum coordination

DoD policy interpretation

FMS knowledge

Radio frequency assignments

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline

DISA Spectrum XXI Course

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Confluence/JIRA

Spectrum XXI

Job description

Amentum is seeking a Range Systems Supervisor for the Frequency Control Analyst Center (FCAC) on the Space Force Range Contract.

Typical Duties

• Maintain an interference-free Radio Frequency (RF) environment
• Manage and supervise five full-time frequency controllers
• Provide frequency monitoring and protection through spectrum surveillance
• Ensure all Western Range Emitters are properly documented and authorized to radiate
• Maintain accurate documentation of conforming to Western Range Radio Frequency Spectrum System Policies and Requirements
• Be knowledgeable and have an acute awareness on the technical capabilities and limitations of the Frequency Control Analyst Center and the Frequency Monitoring Station (FMS)
• Stand in and serve as an Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Manager as requested by the USG customer to provide authoritative expertise advice for coordinating plans, policies, procedures and directives to achieve and maintain compatible electromagnetic spectrum for terrestrial, aeronautical and space systems.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in business or technical discipline or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Five (5) or more years of prior leadership, supervisory, or management experience
• Two (2) years of radio frequency or related systems experience.
• DISA Spectrum XXI Course
• Working knowledge of the capabilities and interconnectivity of instrumentation employed on the Western Range, preferred
• Operational-level DoD spectrum management experience, especially in multi-service or multi-agency coordination
• Experience with deconflicting and scheduling of radio frequency assignments and use
• Strong expertise in spectrum management and wireless communications
• Radio Frequency assignments
• Federal Certification of spectrum-dependent systems
• Interference Resolution
• Technical Analysis
• Periodic review of frequency assignments
• Deep understanding of RF telecommunications theory, spectrum utilization, and risk-mitigation practices
• Ability to interpret and apply national, international, Air Force, Space Force, and DoD spectrum directives, policies, and standards
• Ability to interpret and apply national, international, Air Force, Space Force, and DoD spectrum directives, policies, and standards
• Familiarity with spectrum databases and tools, including Spectrum XXI; some related postings also value knowledge of Power BI, SharePoint, Confluence/JIRA, and similar coordination tools
• Skill in analyzing impacts of RF technologies on operations, compatibility, and cost-effectiveness
• Experience with spectrum certification packages, DD Form 1494, frequency assignment requests, spectrum supportability risk assessments, and International Telecommunication Union registration
• Skilled at building teams with orientation towards group dynamics to create synergy with assigned personnel constantly evolving task lists, and short mission requirement timelines while balancing stringent contract requirements
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain or maintain a Secret clearance

Salary And Other Compensation

The annual starting salary for this position is between $95,000–$105,000 annually. Factors which may affect starting pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position may be eligible for bonus or long-term incentive compensation awards.

Benefits

The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, long-term disability insurance, short-term disability insurance, paid time off, paid parental leave, and paid holidays annually.

Compensation Details:

105,000

The compensation range or hourly rate listed for this position is provided as a good-faith estimate of what the company intends to offer for this role at the time this posting was issued. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as job responsibilities, education, experience, skills, internal equity, market data, applicable collective bargaining agreements, and relevant laws.

Benefits Overview:

Our health and welfare benefits are designed to support you and your priorities. Offerings include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Retirement benefits (including 401(k) matching)
• Educational reimbursement
• Parental leave
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tax-saving options
• Disability and life insurance
• Pet insurance

Note: Benefits may vary based on employment type, location, and applicable agreements. Positions governed by a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA), the McNamara-O'Hara Service Contract Act (SCA), or other employment contracts may include different provisions/benefits.

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