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The Expeditionary Systems Engineering Division (ESED) is a component of Corona Division, Naval Sea Systems Command (NAVSEA). ESED performs full spectrum life cycle engineering and test support to verify the safety, reliability, and effectiveness of Expeditionary Warfare systems. The primary function of ESED is to provide In-Service Engineering and Test and Evaluation for the Department of Defense (DoD). As part of this function, ESED conducts test operations at regional Southern California ranges such as Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake and at multiple DoD ranges across the United States. This task sets forth the requirements for technical services related to testing to include test planning, test execution, test support, test operations and associated logistics. These services are in support of a wide variety of systems across their life cycle, which include ESED's main focus areas such as Arms, Ammunition, Explosives, Weapons Systems, and associated platforms utilized by the Expeditionary Warfare community. ESED's secondary focus areas such as Sensors and Communications, Mobility Platforms, Systems Integration, and Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) equipment with unique military applications; and other new or existing systems that require independent testing for Expeditionary Warfare.

Reporting to the Program Manager, the Radar Technician provides test operations support at regional Southern California ranges such as Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center Twentynine Palms, Naval Air Weapons Station China Lake and at other DoD ranges across the U.S. on the Test Operations Support Services (TOSS) contract. This position is located in Fallbrook, CA.

• Set up, operate, and perform preventive maintenance on sophisticated radar equipment.
• Operate a radar system to detect, track, recognize, analyze, and identify objects. The radar system may be used to direct artillery fires and forecast the weather.
• Perform data analysis to determine fault isolation of system, subsystem and components and repair or adjust to improve radar performance.
• Operate test equipment associated with the use, fault isolation, and repair of radar systems.
• Maintain a comprehensive equipment tracker, ensuring accurate monthly updates for status and availability.
• Maintain a comprehensive maintenance tracker, ensuring accurate monthly updates for maintenance performed and required.
• Bid and proposal support if requested.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• An active secret clearance is required to be considered for this position.
• Associate degree from an accredited university required. 
• At least four (4) years of experience with ground radar tracking systems similar to Weibel Radar.
• At least four (4) years of experience with radar or digital signal processing equipment.
• Experience with troubleshooting and repair of analog and digital circuitry including power supplies, fault detection circuitry, microwave components, and waveguide.
• Experience in performing data analysis to determine what system, subsystem and components require action to improve radar performance.
• Understanding and experience working with Doppler antenna patterns, phase coherency, system sensitivity, matched filters, servos, high voltage transmitters, and traveling wave tubes.
• Good oral and written communication skills required including the preparation and presentation of technical reports.
• Must possess basic computer literacy and data entry skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (to include MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.).
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills.
• Must possess strong time management skills.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, changing, and challenging environment.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or at any time in the future.

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience with monopulse and phased array radars.
• Knowledge of embedded software design and PLC background.
• Familiarity in the proper use and care of various electronic test equipment including logic and spectrum analyzers.
• Network administrator knowledge and experience a plus.
• One year of Linux operating system experience.
• Technical degree in related field.
• Experience with explosive safety, handling, and testing of ammunition and explosives.
• Experience with WinTrack (Weibel Tracking System Software).
• 6 or more years combined experience with Weibel Ground radar tracking systems, Weibel Tracking System Software and Weibel Chronograph Software.
• Experience with WinDopp (Weibel Chronograph Software).
• Experience with programming languages (Visual Basic, Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), C#).

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to remain seated in a stationary position 50% of the time. Must also be able to alternate between sitting, standing, and walking.
• The ability to lift items that may weigh up to 75 pounds.
• The work requires some physical exertion, such as long periods of standing, or recurring and considerable walking, stooping, bending, crouching, and climbing such as in performing regular shop activities, inspections, or to observe and study operations in an industrial or comparable work area or on-board submarines and in weapon facilities.
• The ability to operate heavy machinery and industrial tools with limited to no supervision. Examples may include but are not limited to: Electric/Diesel Forklift, CNC Milling Machine, Welding/Soldering, CAT III Overhead Crane, pallet jack, "Big Joe" stand-behind pallet lift mechanism, and more.

INDUS aims to provide a competitive compensation package, including a strong pay for performance rewards approach. The expected base pay range for this position is $39.50 per hour - $41.75 per hour. This position is eligible to participate in our corporate 401(k) and Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) programs, and may be eligible for performance bonuses, and other rewards and benefits (see more about our compensation package and benefits offered at Culture @ INDUS | INDUS Technology). The pay range for this role considers job-related knowledge, skills, work location, education and training, and certifications. To drive fair pay practices for employees, INDUS conducts regular comparisons across our employee groups and the industry.

INDUS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, seeking to create a welcoming and diverse environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, genetics, age, or veteran status or any other applicable legally protected status or characteristic.

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