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SEAL Officer

Bernalillo, NM

... reconnaissance missions; carry out small unit direct action missions against military and high value targets; perform underwater reconnaissance and demolition of natural or man made obstacles prior ...

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SEAL Officer

Capitan, NM

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SEAL Officer

Columbus, NM

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SEAL Officer

Corrales, NM

... reconnaissance missions; carry out small unit direct action missions against military and high value targets; perform underwater reconnaissance and demolition of natural or man made obstacles prior ...

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SEAL Officer

Alamogordo, NM

... reconnaissance missions; carry out small unit direct action missions against military and high value targets; perform underwater reconnaissance and demolition of natural or man made obstacles prior ...

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SEAL Officer

Las Cruces, NM

... reconnaissance missions; carry out small unit direct action missions against military and high value targets; perform underwater reconnaissance and demolition of natural or man made obstacles prior ...

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A reconnaissance job involves gathering information about a target, environment, or situation, usually for military, security, or intelligence purposes. This can include surveillance, data collection, mapping terrain, or assessing potential threats. Reconnaissance professionals use various tools and techniques, such as satellite imagery, drones, or human observation, to collect and analyze crucial intelligence. Their work helps organizations make informed decisions and strategize effectively.

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Military Fellowship Program: Field Service Technician

Clovis, NM • On-site

Sierra Nevada Corporation
Guided Missile and Space Vehicle Manufacturing • 5 - 10K employees

8.7

Company rating: 8.7 out of 10

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16th of 72 rated aerospace companies

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SNC's Military Fellowship Program partners with programs such as SkillBridge and Hiring Our Heroes to provide fellowship opportunities to service members transitioning to the civilian workforce. These fellowships include up to six months of on-the-job industry training for eligible service members. During this time, participants gain valuable work experience in the civilian sector and build professional networks as they prepare for their transition to full-time civilian work.
NOTE: You must be currently serving on active duty to be eligible for this fellowship program. This program is not for veterans who have already separated from the military.
The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.
Must-haves:
  • Currently serving as active duty military and be eligible to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program.
  • Associate's degree and typically 2 or more years of relevant experience
    • A higher-level degree may substitute for experience
    • Related experience may be considered in lieu of required education
  • Basic understanding of technical schematics, diagrams, blueprints, manuals and/or publications
  • Experience using troubleshooting techniques
  • Understanding of electrical wiring concepts
  • Ability to frequently travel outside the continental US, typically for extended periods of time
  • An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:
  • Experience with FCC or FCC GROL
  • Prior experience with Security+, Network+, CCNA and/or A+
  • Basic understanding of Spectrometer, Oscilloscope and/or Pilot Static Equipment gauges
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense or US Military

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.
IMPORTANT NOTICE:
This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.
Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.
SNC is a global leader in aerospace and national security committed to moving the American Dream forward. We're known and respected for our mission and execution focus, agility, and disruptive and rapid innovation. We provide leading edge technologies and transformative solutions that support our nation's most critical security needs. If you are mission-focused, thrive in collaborative environments, and want to make our country stronger with state-of-the-art technologies that safeguard freedom, join our team!
SNC is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to an environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made based on merit without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.

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