LVC Engineering Technician V (Operations)

Subsidiary:

KIRA Services

Job Title:

LVC Engineering Tech V (LATR Ops)

Job Location:

Virginia Beach, VA

Labor Category:

Non-Exempt l CBA

Clearance Level:

Secret

Travel Requirement:

25% of the time

Pay:

$41.25

Shift:

Day shift but fluctuations may occur to support operation requirements to include weekend work

Tlingit Haida Tribal Business Corporation (THTBC) is a family of 8(a), HUBZone, SDB, and other companies wholly- owned by the largest tribe in Alaska. Each of its wholly- owned 30+ subsidiaries are uniquely qualified to deliver value to its customers and teaming partners. For over 30 years, THTBC has operated as a trusted US Federal contractor throughout the US and worldwide. THTBC delivers outstanding service with innovative, low-cost contract solutions to all its public and private sector customers worldwide.

Scope of Work:

Supports Large Area Tracking Range (LATR) Operations responsibilities, in accordance with all applicable directives and plans, to meet all contract requirements. This position, located at NAS Oceana, performs the following tasks. Draws on experience in U.S. Navy fleet operations to support staffs ashore and afloat conducting fleet exercises. Supports U.S. Navy/Marine Corps fleet operational training by applying system analysis and design skills in portable workstation interoperability, shipboard local area networking and computer systems imbedded tracking and display systems. Operate, maintain, and be able to troubleshoot the Large Area Tracking Range (LATR) system, Tactical Combat Training System (TCTS) and associated displays and computer applications used for aircraft and ship tracking displays and debriefs.

Responsibilities:

• Will be responsible for the installation, setup, monitoring, and debrief of various LATR operations. Will aid in the coordination of instrumentation and support for major multi-platform operations and exercises to include fixed and rotary wing, ship, and surface participants. Install and de-install LDTS at remote sites using a variety of communication paths to include SIPRNET, Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and other networking systems, coordinating and working with shipboard and staff information technicians (IT's). Will transport, install and de-install Iridium Tracking Units (ITU) on ships, vehicles, and landing craft to bases and facilities onboard naval vessels as required. Shall coordinate between LATR, CVW and MEU and NSWC detachments, fleet operators and other work centers to provide LATR services.
• Provide technical support to the hosting naval entity consisting of collecting and preparing exercise participant information from multiple sources including: LATR, TCTS, Galaxy GPS, MIDAS, OTCIX, Link 16, JBUS, and track data logs for presentation and further analysis. Collect and combine all data collected into single source debrief product SIMDIS ASI replays, and provide the debrief product to agencies as designated by USFFC, C2F/C5F/C6F, CSG4, SMDC, or hosting carrier strike group organization. Shall support other exercises as approved by NSWC Corona.
• Mission Commanders and Quality Assurance may review work for compliance with accepted practices. Trains and provides technical guidance to lower-level technicians. Documents maintenance actions in IEMS. Provides recommendations to improve or expand all facets of operations to include maintenance, engineering, and logistics support. Ensures economy of operation by improvement of work methods and procedures
• Operates the Tactical Combat Training System (TCTS) components comprised of; Live Monitor (LM)/Mission Line-Up (MLU)/Firewall (FW)/Electronic Warfare Server (EWS)/Electronic Warfare Multiplexor (EW-MUX)/Radar Acquisition Display System (RADS)/Joint Debriefing Subsystem (JDS)/Personal Combat Display System (PCDS)
• Operates and ensures current software for Large Area Tracking Range (LATR) computers.
• Will be operationally qualified as designated tech level within one year of hiring or promotion.
• Manages TCTS Operations and Maintenance functions in accordance with contract requirements.
• Oversees mission support from mission scenario development to live operational support to post-mission debrief and evaluation.
• Responsible for quality of contractor range functions, to include: operations, scheduling, technical library, security, training, safety, supply, quality assurance, configuration management, and documentation.
• Supports the Configurations Management program. Complies with contract requirements and takes action when necessary to correct deficiencies.
• Applies advanced technical knowledge to solve unusually complex problems that typically cannot be solved by interpreting manufacturers' manuals or similar documents.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent. Associate's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
• Formal classroom education equivalent to Navy "C" School or vocational school with formal training in the field of computers, electronics, or training as an Operations Specialist
• Five or more years' of relevant experience supporting growth into this management position.
• Possess the capability to communicate technical and related planning information, both verbally and in writing. Maintain cognizance of developments in the assigned field of expertise.

• Must obtain or have a current CPR/First Aid certification (Within 6 months of hire).
• Must obtain or have a current Security + certification (Within six months of hire)

• Typical office environment with no unusual hazards, occasional lifting to 50 pounds, constant sitting while using the computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while reviewing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, constant mental alertness, must possess planning/organizing skills, and must be able to work under deadlines.
• Physically able to deploy onboard a naval ship and to remote sites for up to five weeks at a time one to two times a year
• Must obtain and maintain an interim secret security clearance
• Must obtain and maintain a fully adjudicated secret security clearance.

• Must maintain licenses and/or credentials required for this position.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.
• Must possess the ability to interact well with others in a team setting ability or alone and be able to change jobs on short notice.
• Must be capable of working under tight time constraints in a high-volume environment with multiple priorities.
• Highly motivated, flexible organized and must be detail oriented.
• Strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to maintain ability to access government worksite.
• Must have practical knowledge of worksite safety, occupational hazards, and standard safety practices.
• Must be able to perform duties under adverse weather conditions (extreme cold / heat, etc.). Outside work in winter, summer, rain, sleet, and snow and on uneven terrain - side hills and slopes.
• Must be able to work alternate and extended shift schedules when necessary to meet the customer's mission requirements, including weekends and holidays.
• Must be able to perform on-call duties when necessary and report to work within the required timeframe from notification.
• Must have and maintain a valid state driver's license to operate a company vehicle.
• Must have a safe driving record, as defined by Company policy, to operate a company vehicle.
• Must be able to successfully complete a drug/alcohol test and a criminal record check.

Benefits:

THTBC offers full-time employees and their families a comprehensive benefits package which includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Health Savings Account
• Hospital Indemnity Plan
• Company paid short term disability, basic life & AD&D
• Employee paid long term disability, voluntary life, and AD&D for dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Accrued PTO based on years of service
• Paid holidays throughout the calendar year

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform all the essential duties of the position satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. May be required to obtain and maintain a security clearance, including successful completion of a thorough background investigation.

THTBC is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our hiring practices provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, United States military veteran's status, ancestry, sexual orientation, marital status, family structure, medical condition including genetic characteristics or information, veteran status, or mental or physical disability so long as the essential functions of the job can be performed with or without reasonable accommodation, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us and let us know the nature of your request. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis.