Range Support Technician II, Testing and Data Collection
About The Position
Dexis is seeking a Range Support Technician II to support a large-scale Army test and evaluation program. The program provides data collection, technical writing, computer operations, range scheduling, and administrative support required to execute the government’s test mission. Testing covers automotive, combat, electronic, general equipment, and ordnance materiel, with services including 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 related operational support. The technician coordinates scheduling requirements and resources for firing systems and ammunition testing, automotive testing, range training activities, and non-firing mission requirements. The role analyzes schedules for feasibility and potential conflicts, coordinates requirements among range users, and assists in resolving scheduling and resource challenges. Work is primarily onsite in Aberdeen, Maryland, with travel to other locations in the Continental United States and Outside the Continental United States as required by mission needs. This position is contingent upon contract award.
Requirements
- At least 60 credit hours and one year of applicable experience as a Range Support Technician I, or 30 credit hours and two years of applicable experience as a Range Support Technician I.
- Applicable experience includes knowledge of government work processes and operations, including range areas, automotive test courses, and facilities, sufficient to assist in scheduling projects and operations.
- 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 with 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.
- 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 associated with firing systems and ammunition testing, automotive materiel testing, range training activities, and non-firing mission requirements.
- Assist in preparing, reviewing, and commenting 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 and produce 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.
- Consolidate and coordinate scheduling requirements from range-area and automotive test-course users, including government personnel, contractors, and tenant activities.
- Apply established methods, procedures, and techniques, as well as non-standard applications.
- Analyze schedules for workability and identify potential conflicts involving resources, facilities, and other requirements.
- Use tact and diplomacy to obtain cooperation and assistance during scheduling and negotiate trade-offs involving facilities, instrumentation, data, time, and operational restrictions.
- Assist in developing recommendations to resolve scheduling problems; controversial scheduling decisions remain subject to final government approval.
Benefits
- Choice of three UnitedHealthcare medical plans, with coverage options for employees and eligible dependents.
- Dental insurance 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 for employees enrolled in the Silver HRA medical plan.
- Company-paid basic life and accidental death and dismemberment 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 providing 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 assistance with 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
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
