Range Support Technician, Testing and Data Collection
About The Position
Dexis is seeking a Range Support Technician I to support a large-scale Army test and evaluation program. The program provides data collection, technical writing, computer operations, range scheduling, and administrative support needed to execute the government’s test mission. Testing covers automotive, combat, electronic, general equipment, and ordnance materiel, with related services that include data collection and coordination, data compilation and processing, development and management of data collection forms, test monitoring, technical writing and editorial review, reporting, data and software administration, range scheduling, and operational support. The technician supports scheduling physical and personnel resources for firing systems and ammunition testing, automotive testing, range training activities, and non-firing mission requirements. The role assists with daily and long-range scheduling, preparation and review of project plans and documents, and integrating range safety and environmental requirements into scheduling. Work will be performed primarily onsite in Aberdeen, Maryland, with travel to other locations within the Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside the Continental United States (OCONUS) as mission needs require. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Requirements
- Experience with commercial data and word processing software, including SQL Server, Microsoft Access, Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Strong communication and organizational skills.
- High school diploma.
- Proficiency in speaking, reading, writing, and understanding English.
- Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, orally and in writing.
- Proficiency using computers and Microsoft Office software.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
- Ability to meet physical requirements that may include working in extreme heat or cold, high humidity, blowing sand and dust, confined spaces, at heights, and walking distances over unimproved terrain while wearing required personal protective equipment (PPE).
- Availability to support work outside normal duty hours when required by mission needs.
- Willingness and ability to travel within CONUS and OCONUS as required.
Responsibilities
- Schedule physical and personnel resources for firing systems and ammunition testing, automotive materiel testing, range training activities, and non-firing mission requirements.
- Assist with preparation, review, and commentary on plans and documents related to assigned projects.
- Gather information and conduct literature searches in support of assigned projects.
- Assist in integrating range safety and environmental policies into the scheduling process.
- Assist in scheduling daily tests and related operations.
- Assist in producing daily, weekly, and projected monthly schedules.
- Attend scheduling meetings with senior government technical personnel to discuss and resolve daily and long-range scheduling and operational problems.
- Apply established methods, procedures, and techniques, including non-standard applications.
- Use tact and diplomacy to obtain cooperation and assistance during scheduling and negotiate trade-offs involving facilities, instrumentation, data, time, and operational restrictions in executing test and training missions.
Benefits
- Choice of three UnitedHealthcare medical plans, with coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
- Dental coverage for employees and eligible dependents, including preventive, basic, major, and orthodontic services, subject to plan limits.
- Company-paid vision insurance for employees and eligible dependents.
- Employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement (HRA) for employees enrolled in the Silver HRA medical plan.
- Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage.
- Optional supplemental life and AD&D insurance, including life insurance options for eligible dependents.
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with confidential counseling and legal and financial support resources for employees and their families.
- Virtual care, behavioral health resources, and wellness programs available through the medical plan.
- Personalized benefits support for enrollment, coverage questions, claims, and finding providers through the Employee Care Center.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
