THAAD Field Engineer; OCONUS - Clearance

THAAD Field Engineer (OCONUS - Clearance)

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The successful candidate will function as a Field Engineer with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Missile Defense System out of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). You will perform field & sustainment level maintenance type support under the THAAD Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) program. As a THAAD CLS member, you will support the lifecycle sustainment of THAAD associated hardware belonging to KSA, under the THAAD program.

The candidate will provide advice, assistance, on-the-job training, and instruction to users on the operation and maintenance of equipment and in the resolution of maintenance, integration, troubleshooting and supply problems. The candidate will aid the customer in the operation and maintenance of the THAAD Fire Control & Communication (TFCC) Systems and THAAD Launching Station in accordance with established Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Technical Manuals (TMs), policies, procedures, and processes.

• Provides field and sustainment level maintenance support to KSA THAAD Fire Units.
• Supports the customer in managing and monitoring the maintenance and sustainment program to include scheduling services, system upgrades, and modifications.
• Performs all maintenance actions and troubleshooting procedures that are above the level of the Enhanced Operator/Maintainers (EOM) to include but not limited to software, hardware, interconnecting cabling, electrical system, and networks.
• Creates, updates, and completes Maintenance Actions (MA) within allotted time.
• Demonstrates proficiency in reading and comprehending electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Assists with training KSA maintainers/operators in accordance with the CLS training program.
• Identifies issues, develops, and submits investigation reports to assist program engineers with design changes.
• Collects, packages, and delivers system data files from the TFCC and Launchers.
• Performs Packaging, Handling, Storage & Transportation (PHS&T) in support of KSA THAAD Battery sustainment operations.
• Supports the maintenance and calibration of all special tools and equipment.
• Inspects and tests support equipment for corrosion issues.
• Provides guidance and assistance to support the mitigation and prevention of corrosion on the KSA tactical system.
• Works in an austere environment with limited western amenities.
• Missile Support
• Supports Missile Prevention and Maintenance Checks and Services (PMCS) and conducts annual maintenance on all missile rounds in the KSA.
• Maintains Liquid Propellant Accident Response Team (LPART) suits and equipment.
• Supports movements of Missile Rounds on tactical sites to include the constitution and deconstitution of Missile Round Pallets (MRP).

• 3-5 years Air Defense technician experience with field & sustainment operations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Able to obtain a U.S. Passport.
• Must possess an active security clearance SECRET level or higher.
• CompTIA Security+ certification or the ability to obtain it within five months of hiring.
• Must pass a background check to include criminal and credit.
• Able to meet the requirements for residence in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

• Experience with THAAD or Patriot System(s).
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
• Ability to establish and maintain networks (e.g., LAN, WAN, IP address schemes).
• Working knowledge of Unix and Linux.
• Basic electrical / mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings and schematics.
• Ability to apply fault detection / fault isolation procedures.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic operations.
• Basic understanding of the Army Supply System.
• Ability to apply appropriate Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation.
• Ability to manage and account for inventory.
• Knowledge or experience with U.S. Army Material Maintenance Management.
• Experience in Mideast/GCC providing sustaining and/or training support.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.

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