Automation Technician

Description
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At Leidos , we deliver innovative solutions through the efforts of our diverse and talented people who are dedicated to our customers' success. We empower our teams, contribute to our communities, and operate sustainable. Everything we do is built on a commitment to do the right thing for our customers, our people, and our community. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide the way we do business.

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The National Security Sector at Leidos is looking for an Automation Technician for assignment to Fort Bliss, TX. The successful candidate will be part of an end-user embedded, multidisciplinary, Contractor Logistics Support (CLS) team, functioning as an Automation Technician with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) missile defense system. This position assists the end-user in the on-site, day-to-day operation and maintenance of the THAAD Fire Control & Command systems, Launcher systems, and other THAAD peculiar equipment in accordance with established documentation. This position will assist the end-user in their performance of Field-Level tasks and perform all Sustainment-Below-Depot Level THAAD peculiar tasks. The successful candidate will perform all duties under minimal supervision and cross-train within the team to gain proficiency in working with other elements of the THAAD support system.

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The Mission

Leidos National Security sector provides a diverse portfolio of systems, solutions, and services covering land, sea, air, space, and cyberspace for customers worldwide. Solutions for National Security include enterprise and mission IT, large-scale intelligence systems, command and control, geospatial and data analytics, cybersecurity, logistics, training, and intelligence analysis and operations support. Our team is solving the world's toughest security challenges for customers with "can't fail" missions. To explore and learn more, click here !

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Your Main Mission:

This position is designated as Mission Essential with a requirement for worldwide deployments and will require deployment training, military exercise participation, and other related training for the area of operations. The successful candidate will support military movement to a potentially hazardous zone, support any and all lead up events, working overtime and nonstandard shifts, as necessary.

The successful candidate will:

• Support the customer in managing and monitoring the maintenance and sustainment program to include, but not limited to: scheduling and conducting services, configuration and data management, troubleshooting, and HW/SW installation.
• Contribute to Root Cause Analysis and failure troubleshooting that are above the level of the end-user to include, but not limited to: software, hardware, interconnecting cabling, electrical system, and networks.
• Recommend courses of action to the customer, end-user, and peers based on experiential knowledge.
• Create, update, and complete Work Orders with timely professionalism and verify the completeness and accuracy of maintenance reports.
• Demonstrate proficiency in reading and comprehending electrical and mechanical drawings.
• Handle and inspect electrostatic sensitive devices.
• Support the end-user's training programs through collaboration with our customer's program partners to ensure highly trained and competent service members.
• Understand the customer's expectations and perceptions in order to provide the best support possible; focusing on mission, values, and goals.
• Establish trust and confidence by creating and maintaining open, candid lines of communication with the customer, end-user, and partner companies & agencies.
• Demonstrate discipline, adaptability, attention to detail, sound judgement, initiative, and ability to foster collaboration.

What Sets You Apart:

• Bachelor's degree with 2-4 years of relevant experience, or equivalent experience/combined education.
• Must possess and maintain a SECRET clearance; must possess a SECRET clearance to be considered.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL) within six (6) months of hire.
• Must possess and maintain CompTIA A+ Certification.
• Must possess and maintain CompTIA Network+ or Security+ certification; must possess the certification to be considered.
• Must meet physical deployment standards as set forth in, but not limited to, DoD Instruction 3020.41, Operational Contract Support, and applicable modifications.
• Must possess and maintain a valid U.S. Passport (Blue Book) with no restrictions on travel.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.

You Might Also Have:

• Demonstrated ability to master new technical and training applications within a short time.
• Experience and knowledge of US Army Air and Missile Defense operations.
• Experience and knowledge of US Army Supply and Logistics systems and practices.
• Knowledge of US Army Physical Security standards and practices, and COMSEC & CCI handling and utilization.

Additional Deployment Criteria:

This position requires the successful candidate to pass medical, dental, and psychological screenings according to criteria established by the customer and be designated "fit for deployment."

Clearance Required:
Must possess a SECRET clearance to be considered.

Original Posting Date: 2024-07-31While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $55,250.00 - $99,875.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
About Leidos Leidos is a Fortune 500® innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. The company's global workforce of 47,000 collaborates to create smarter technology solutions for customers in heavily regulated industries. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $15.4 billion for the fiscal year ended December 29, 2023. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com .
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