TEST CONTROL TECH C - PROGRAM SUPPORT - IFMC

Southwest Range Services; New Mexico; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southwest Range Services conducts Army Integrated Air Missile Defense (AIAMD) test activities, preparing test items and equipment for IAMD program testing. The role involves instrumentation setup, data collection, and maintaining detailed chronological event logs in accordance with tests and SOPs.

Candidates should have a two-year technical background or equivalent experience, with knowledge of AIAMD and Patriot/THAAD systems. TDY up to 30% may be required, with potential overtime as needed.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical program or 3 years progressive AIAMD-related experience.
• Experience with Army AIAMD or related missile defense systems preferred.
• Must be subject to security investigation and eligible for access to classified information.

Responsibilities

• Prepare AIAMD test items, test sites and related equipment for IAMD program testing.
• Operate, collect data, and maintain detailed logs of AIAMD events.
• Perform instrumentation setup, environmental monitoring, and ammunition handling as required.

Skills

AIAMD experience

Instrumentation

Data logging

Education

Two-year technical program

Military AIAMD training

Job description

Southwest Range Services

Prepares ArmyIntegrated Air Missile Defense(AIAMD) test Items, test sites, related test equipment in support of theIAMD program testing. Conducts assigned tests in accordance with approved Operations Test Plans (OTPs), Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and National Range Documentation (NRDs). Specific tasking may include instrumentation setup, operation, collection and distribution of data, ammunition handling, and environmental monitoring. Coordinates tasks in conjunction with current test procedures, test operations methodology and test requirements. Maintains an accurate, detail chronological event logs for all IAMD events. Uses technical knowledge to acquire proficiency with Integrated AIAMD and Patriot Air Defense System to perform job requirements.

Applies general knowledge of AIAMD and Patriot Air Defense System operator procedures, testing requirements, reference Technical Manuals or prescribed procedures to ensure proper setup and operation of the equipment for test purposes. Work may be checked by supervisor or higher graded technician to ensure compliance with written procedures, test plans and/or accepted practices. May be assigned other duties within his or her capabilities. Work will include cross-utilization into other jobs as required. May require some overtime and / or weekend work and will require a minimum of 30% TDY assignments.

Graduation from a two year technical program at an accredited institution or a total of three years of progressive experience in the AIAMD field or a closely related field. Military training and practical experience with one or more AIAMD and Air Missile Defense Systems will be evaluated and may satisfy the formal education requirement. May be required to obtain an ammunition and explosives certification as per IAW ATEC 385-1 chapter 14, Level II. Must possess a valid driver's license. Applicant selected will be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and maneuver around weapons systems and be able to work in exterior unprotected environments.

DESIRED QUALIFICATION

• Experience with Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense System (AIAMD) or related Air Missile Defense systems (e.g. PATRIOT, THAAD,IFMC,LTAMDS etc.).

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.