Technician (Computer Operator) RDCC - 2956

Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World's Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation's safety.

As an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World's Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you've been looking for!

This position is located at Vandenberg AFB, California.

Salary determined by Collective Bargaining Agreement

This position is not available for telecommute

Essential Functions

• Operate various Range Data Communications Systems. These systems include but are not limited to voice, data messaging, switching, display, and recording systems.
• Coordinate system configurations for mission support with other range operators and planners.
• Coordinate event anomaly reporting, logging, work approval receipt and mitigation as applicable.
• Responsible for real time and scheduled requests for system configuration changes.
• Provide maintenance support as required.

Required Skills

• Must have excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be able to work multiple real-time events during operational support.
• Technical ability to interpret and/or prepare documents of reference that define the configurations of the equipment under your control.
• Technical ability to understand and be able to explain the configuration(s) associated with the equipment under your control.

Required Experience

• Associates degree in Electronics or equivalent military technical school training in electronics or communications - or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Two or more years' technician experience or upon completion of 12 months on active payroll as 4U and completion of primary work center Enterprise Qualification Requirement (EQR's) or department equivalent if required and the RGNext NIDA electronics training program

Additional Eligibility Qualifications

• Ability to differentiate between colors and audible sounds
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
• Flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
• Valid U.S. Driver's License

Benefits of Working at RGNext

RGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.

The hourly rate for this role is determined by a Collective Bargaining Unit and ranges from $28.29 to $35.33. RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, education/training and preferred skills, and knowledge.

Note: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.

RGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.