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SummitET® is seeking a full-time employee to serve as a DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations SME in Novota, California, supporting the Department of Homeland Security, Mobile Detection Deployment Unit (MDDU). This position supports the United States Government's capability to detect chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear (CBRN) threats across the nation. The MDDU Equipment Custodian maintains the readiness of CBRN detection equipment and conducts nationwide technical CBRN detection operations, training, and exercises to augment and train the capability of Federal, state, and local law enforcement partners.Position Requirements:Duties will include but are not limited to the following.Track and maintain care, custody, and control of MDDU equipment, including detection equipment, and radioactive sources.Conduct inventories of DHS MDDU property and update computerized tracking information as required.Ensure MDDU equipment is repaired, calibrated, and maintained in a ready state for deployment 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and 365 days a year. This includes conducting field level routine repairs in consultation with equipment manufacturers and designated subcontracting repair companies. Safely handle, use, transport, and ship radioactive sources following federal regulations including those requirements of the Department of Transportation. Perform work as a "radiation worker."Conduct procurements of supplies and equipment following administrative procedures. Perform CBRN detection operations with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders. This includes performing operations at Department of Homeland Security Special Event Assessment Rated (SEAR) Events, National Security Special Events (NSSE), and critical infrastructure sites.Perform CBRN "just in time" training with technical detection equipment with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.Perform or assist in CBRN technical detection exercises with Federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies and stakeholders.Routinely train, acquire, and maintain technical skills and experience, and share job knowledge with other MDDU team members.Maintain integrity, good conduct, and the highest level of professionalism during work and outside of work hours.Maintain flexibility and adaptability to changing assignments and work schedules. Work may often require work to be performed beyond an 8-hour day, on weekends, and holiday. Excessive work hours can be flexed when work allows. MDDU employees are subject to recall to work from off duty status upon a matter of national security. Work independently and as a team to meet all MDDU requirements.Follow guidance and direction from the DHS CBRN/WMD Detection Operations Senior SME (Team Leader), Project Manager, client Program Manager, and designated SummitET supervisor. Initiate, organize, and report on all planning and management taskings.Coordinate, initiate, and track the progress of deployments of the assigned MDDU(s) or equipment.Assist/prepare timely after-action reports of MDDU missions.Provide oral and written status updates of tasks to the team lead, project manager, or client program manager as required.This position requires travel between 50 and 75 percent of the month within the contiguous United States and US territories to support program needs. This may include mission deployments over 10 days with back-to-back travel to another mission.This position requires the safe operation of a truck. Following MDDU guidance documents, federal travel regulations, and Federal Acquisition Regulations. Maintain administrative proficiency in preparing accurate and timely travel and procurement expense reports.  Position Requirements:Candidates must have the following experience:Experience in chemical, biological, radiological, and/or nuclear (CBRN) detection with emphasis on R/N detection.5 years' experience in radiation detection training and supporting detection operations at special events or during steady state operations where detection is regularly required. Event support can also include, but is not limited to, equipment demonstrations, training, and exercises at Department of Homeland Security Special Event Assessment-Rated (SEAR) Events or National Security Special Events (NSSE). Biological and/or chemical detection experience is encouraged but not required. Knowledgeable in using the following types of representative R/N detection equipment: Personal Radiation Detectors (PRD) (Spectroscopic/Non-Spectroscopic) (examples may include: D-tect Systems Mini Rad-D, Thermo RadEye, FLIR IdentiFINDER R300 nanoRaider, and Kromek D3S); Human Portable Radiation Detection Backpacks (examples may include: Thermo PackEye, Bubble Technology Industries FlexSpec); Radiological Isotope Identification Devices (RIIDs) (High-Res/Low-Res) (examples may include: FLIR IdentiFINDER R400 and ORTEC Detective DX); Mobile Radiation Detection System, such as Radiation Solutions Inc. RSI-701; Knowledge of safe use and handling of radioactive sources. Knowledge of using auxiliary equipment, such as radiosAble to perform minor maintenance/upkeep to include battery replacement or adjusting settings, as well as complete multi-step troubleshooting efforts that may require interactions with the vendor.Ability to obtain and maintain a SECRET-level national security clearance and DHS Suitability. Able to lift and carry up to 50 pounds of equipment.Excellent verbal and communication skills to include completing daily situation reports, after-action reports, and monthly reports.Proficient in the use of computers, A/V equipment, Microsoft Office products, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.Must have a valid driver's license and be able to maintain a Commercial Drivers License (CDL).  Desired Experience Prior training per 49 CFR 172.704 (HAZMAT Training) is highly desired, but not required for initial hire Biological and/or chemical detection experience is highly desired, but not required for initial hire. Radiation Worker training and experience working with radioactive materials. Prior experience with DHS CWMD Fleet requirements is desired, but not required for initial hire.  
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