Tracking Controller; In Air​/In Water Systems

Amentum is seeking a Tracking Controller (In-Air/In-Water Systems) to join our team on Andros Island, Bahamas to support the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC) mission.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.

Note:

US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

• The Tracking Controller is responsible for the management of real-time in-air and in-water range tracking systems and is accountable to the Test Operations Manager on the AUTEC project.

• Manage real-time range tracking systems to meet test operation requirements in an efficient and successful manner.

• Review all relevant test operations’ documents such as operation directives, test plans, pre-test briefings, and unclassified and classified naval messages.

• Coordinate test tracking requirements with down-range site personnel prior/during/posttest support.

• Attend pertinent test meetings including Range Safety briefs, pre-test briefs, test specific planning meetings, and range scheduling meetings.

• Ensure tracking stations in the Real-time Display Center are properly prepared and manned for range testing as required by the Operations Directive and AUTEC Schedule of Operations.

• Maintain real-time logs of all test operations in accordance with established procedures, and oversee supplemental documentation requirements such as deficiency reports and range utilization reports.

• Provide technical evaluation to the duty team of any real-time problem and suggest alternatives for meeting test objectives.

• Exercise discretion and independent judgment to meet customer demands in conjunction with keeping company objectives in focus.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

• 3 years of relevant experience.

• Associate's/Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Electronics or equivalent preferred. Three years of military service or commercial experience in a technical field involving large-scale test operations may be substituted in lieu of the degree.

• Must be able to qualify as a Tracking Controller for I/A and I/W Systems in accordance with work-based learning and certification requirements

• Computer literacy in a Windows environment and understanding of Microsoft Outlook email and associated tools is imperative.

• Capacity to manage close vision work on computer screens/monitors.

• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English required.

• Must be able to walk up/down a one flight stairwell as well as board range craft and fixed/rotary wing aircraft.

• Work independently and as a part of a team with contractor, Range User and Government personnel.

• Aptitude for tactful interaction with a wide variety of military and civilian personnel of various nationalities.

• Ability to remain calm and decisive under pressure; remain flexible and professional coping with changes in a real-time environment.

• Must be able to reside in remote work location with limited medical facilities.

• Valid US passport will be required.

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance.
  
  Note:
  
  US Citizenship is required to obtain a Secret Clearance.

• Working knowledge of various tracking, acoustical and/or communication systems, as well as performance characteristics of US Navy vessels and anti-submarine warfare tactics is preferred.

• Knowledge of AUTEC capabilities is preferred.