Amentum is seeking a Radar Systems Operator for the Space Force Range Contract

This is a remote overseas assignment on Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean, in support of 24/7, special test and launch operations with no family accommodations. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, three meals a day, potential for overseas tax incentives, 24-hour gym access, tennis, racquetball & basketball courts, pool, fishing, hiking, beautiful beaches, scuba diving, team sports and more!

Essential Functions

• Operates instrumentation, communication and test equipment

• Analyzes radar tracking equipment and system problems to resolution and recommends revisions or adjusts and implements actions as approved

• Maintains objective quality evidence, configuration documentation, property, logistics, supply, security, facility and classified accounts as required

• Responsible for property inventory, control of supply parts and tools

• Assists systems checks/calibrations

• Tracks, collects and maintains data associated with customer and calibration requirements

• Maintains station logs, equipment logs, documentation and records

• Completes assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations and launch support

• Supports routine test operations, checkouts and modifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to rotate shifts from day to night on a regular basis and work extended shifts up to 12 hours as needed (may work continually on night shift)

• High School Diploma required

• Associate’s Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, preferred

• 0 – 2 years of large-scale instrumentation operations or maintenance experience

• Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets

• Basic understanding and experience working on standard electronics test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, Pulse Generators, and analog/digital meters, preferred

• Experience working with property control, logistics and quality standards, preferred

• Radar operations/maintenance experience, preferred

• Ability to move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds 

• Ability to ascend/descend and traverse work areas at heights of 20 feet or more 

• Ability to respond quickly to sounds, including high pitches, and smells

• Ability to drive manual transmission

• The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements

• Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship

• Valid U.S. Driver’s License

• Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire