Description
Leidos is seeking a Surveillance Towed Array Sensory System (SURTASS) Field Engineer to assist Japanese Maritime Self Defense Force (JMSDF) onboard Japanese Auxiliary Ocean Surveillance (J-AOS) vessels. Candidate shall assist JMSDF personnel in the operation and maintenance of the SURTASS technology 24 hours a day while at-sea and at a minimum of eight (8) hours a day while in port.

As a member of the SURTASS team, you will be responsible for the following:

• Assisting in the operation and maintenance of electronic equipment utilizing common and specialized tools in repair and maintenance of electro/mechanical equipment, test equipment, manufacturers' manuals, schematic diagrams and government procedures to operate and repair electro/mechanical equipment.
• Preparation of all required reports; assist in compiling data, procedures and manuals, and ensure proper upkeep of records and logs.
• Act as a liaison with the JMSDF Kure Repair and Supply Facility (K-RSF) and the Kure Array Maintenance Facility (AMF), in conjunction with Commander Naval Forces Japan (CNFJ), to help resolve repair and supply issues
• Participate in Leidos and Government safety programs, as well as the deployment and retrieval of the array and all other special tasks related to SURTASS operations.
• This position will require close cooperation and working relationships with host country active-duty military and other Government personnel.
• Berthing arrangements on board J-AOS vessels will require a stateroom and share of other facilities.
• Position requires the ability to perform in an arduous duty environment and the successful candidate must be capable of passing a Mariner's Physical per COMSCINST 6000.l.c and maintain their medical fitness for this position.

Basic Qualifications

• Must have at least an Associate Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or a graduate of U.S. Navy Electronics "C" school or equivalent civilian electronics technical school.
• 1-3 years of combined experience in the maintenance and repair of SURTASS Subsystems, SURTASS COMM subsystems, and/or SURTASS arrays.
• Shall be cross-trained in data networks, Navigation/Acoustics, the Integrated Common Processor (ICP), and TL-29A array.
• Must be able to demonstrate the ability to work with minimum supervision, familiar with technical publications, and have the ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Individuals must possess the ability and demeanor to share common spaces over lengthy deployment periods and work closely with others in a small working area and in a shipboard environment.
• Selected applicant must be proficient with personal computers and have a familiarity with operational and maintenance publications.
• Obtain valid U.S. passport in an expeditious manner, have the ability to travel, successfully complete and pass a pre-employment drug screening, and have the ability to obtain and maintain company provided travel charge cards.
• Must be capable of passing a Mariner's Physical per COMSCINST 6000.l.c and maintain their medical fitness for this position.
• Selected applicant will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• US Citizen; Possessing an active DoD Secret Clearance required to start and ability to obtain/maintain a Top Secret upon hire.

Desired Qualifications

• Security+ or Network+ or A+ certifications
• SURTASS Advance program training is highly desired
• Familiarity and knowledge of UNIX
• Background in EKMS/COMSEC/KMI Manager
• SHF

This position has a base starting salary of $68,640 plus bonuses.

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Original Posting
For U.S. Positions: While 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 $59, $106,925.00

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
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