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Marathon Targets' mission is to deploy the world's most advanced autonomous robotic target systems. We solve a critical, real-world training gap, which ensures that the first time a shooter fires live ammunition at a realistic, moving target isn't in a real firefight. If you want a role where your work directly impacts the readiness and safety of those on the front lines, this is it.You will be hands-on with cutting-edge robotics, managing field deployments, and ensuring our systems perform flawlessly during high-stakes live-fire training. You'll be active, outdoors, and problem-solving in real-time on the range.What to Expect:Dynamic Environments: Training schedules mirror real-world operations. This means your schedule will adapt to the training units, occasionally requiring early mornings, late nights, or weekend support to capture realistic night-fire or multi-day exercises.A Shared Purpose: One Team One Fight: We operate with a disciplined, mission-first mindset. We work hard to execute flawless training iterations, and we value autonomy, accountability, and adaptability in the field.Benefits and perks:Flexible ScheduleHealth Insurance (medical, dental & Vision)Disability and life insurance available401K with matching contributionPaid time offPaid sick timePaid holidaysThis role involves operating and maintaining the robotic targets in support of training.TasksPrimary tasks include:Discuss training with instructors, translating trainer's intent into software scenarios which the robots can execute.Transportation of the robot system to the training location (Driving pick-up truck with trailer or box type truck carrying equipment)Range set-up: Set up communications equipment, surveying the range, clearing robot running areas of large debris.Oversee the targets during training and monitoring their state through the robot-control software.Adapt the target's behavior on the spot according to progress of trainees and real-time directions from instructors.Robot maintenance and charging.Report on training activities and target usage.Coordinate with Marathon staff to facilitate improvements based on actual usage.Educate military personnel on the target's capabilities and limitations.Skills/AttributesThis role does not require any specific technical expertise. However, understanding firearms training from a military perspective or Law Enforcement will help in translating the instructors intent into live fire scenarios for the robots. A technical mindset and the ability to troubleshoot is essential. We will provide training in the particulars of operation/maintenance of the system.Candidates should have prior service with the US DoD/military or Law EnforcementConfidence operating computersExperience in CQB or CQB training or MOUT operations is a bonusA high mechanical aptitude and some basic experience with electrical debuggingAbility to work in the field and a willingness to get hands dirtyMust be able to move around on large training ranges for long durations in full kit.Excellent interpersonal skillsHigh Motivation - a go getter!Ability to work effectively without supervisionAbility to deal with uncertainty and changing plans and accommodate last minute requestsA willingness to occasionally work long hours and at night as neededAbility to be obtain a strict background check on a government and /or law enforcement facilitiesHold a valid driver's licenseAble to pass a DOT CDL Physical Exam.Able to pass a background checkHave a mature, business like demeanor and the ability to perceive, use, understand, manage and handle emotionsDemonstrate flexibility and maintain composure and professionalism when timelines are tight and plans are constantly changingCommunicate capabilities of the training system to customers in a direct businesslike manner.Able to support/work in an intense/dynamic live fire environment. Not just standing behind a firing line.Ability to travel interstatePresent a professional appearance at all timesAbility to travel on short notice Able to maintain OPSEC within Marathon TargetsBe able to read a room and step away when certain conversations startPhysical RequirementsAbility to lift/carry up to 75lbsAbility to stand and walk for extended periods of timeAbility to move with a sense of urgency during tactical scenariosAbility to work outsideKeeping pace with customers in a physical demanding environment if needed TrainingThe chosen candidate will undergo hands-on training alongside a Marathon Staff. Once the candidate is deemed competent, they will begin to run operations independently. TermsThis position is Full-time
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