G​/ATOR Radar Senior Engineering Technician - SME

Join a dynamic company, Decision Technologies, Inc., that stands out in the field of technical support services and engineering consultancy. With our extensive experience in developing RF Systems and Missile Sensors, production transition, quality and reliability assessment, test and evaluation, and logistics support, we are uniquely positioned to meet the needs of our customers. Be part of our experienced team that provides exceptional support and leadership in our core competencies.

Decision Technologies seeks a qualified USMC TPS-80 Ground/Air Task Oriented Radar (G/ATOR) Senior Engineering Technician to join our team in Virginia Beach, Virginia.

The candidate will provide direct technical support to the Government In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA) as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the AN/TPS-80 G/ATOR system. In this role, the candidate will provide expert technical advice for the operation, training, maintenance, and repair of deployed systems. In addition, the candidate will provide technical assistance to fleet Marines in the initial setup and operation of newly deployed systems and will provide refresher training as required;

provide documentation of the results of maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem resolution actions; provide remote support and/or on-site troubleshooting and repair in response to requests for technical assistance.

Secret clearance required.

• Support engineering efforts related to the development, testing, and analysis of G/ATOR upgrades, replacement, or modifications
• Analyze requirements, develop acquisition documentation, and support configuration management of documentation
• Recommend, review, and test Engineering Change Proposals (ECPs) for engineering accuracy and ability to implement in fielded systems
• Provide support in Test & Evaluation efforts for AN/UPX-44 Identification Friend or Foe Interrogator (IFFI) requirements to validate/verify system capability and compliance with AIMS Certification
• Provide engineering task/project management for the Radar Engineering Team and provide technical support for the fielding of the production system to USMC Units
• Assist in the development of training curriculum or curriculum updates
• Participate in testing and evaluation of G/ATOR system improvements and new software baselines, documenting test results and recommendations
• Participate in maintenance procedure changes
• Participate in technical documentation review and modifications
• Perform post-installation light-off and testing

• Practical experience operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting USMC air search radar systems (e.g., TPS-80, TPS-59, TPS-63, etc.)
• Practical experience with Air Defense/Surveillance Radar (AD/SR), Air Traffic Control (ATC) Radar, or Ground Weapons Locating Radar (GWLR) operations
• Practical experience with preventative maintenance processes
• Experience with deployment and setup of ground-based mobile radar systems
• Experience with electrical safety procedures, hazardous material handling, and use of Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)
• Familiarity with USMC logistics support and repair parts requisition processes
• Interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills
• Personal computer skills (competent with MS Office applications)

• Associate degree in Technical field, Technical Certification or USMC Radar MOS
• Ten years minimum

• 20-40% travel

Compensation at Decision Technologies, Inc. is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience; as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements.

• Competitive Paid Time Off
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Medical, Dependent Care & Commuter)
• Company paid Short Term, Long Term, Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Certifications

Decision Technologies, Inc. is an equal employment opportunity that provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

40 - 46 USD per hour (NSWC PH VB Det)