Planner/Controller (Real Time Data Controller)
About The Position
Amentum is seeking a Real Time Data Controller Planner/Controller for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties • Analyze and perform planning functions utilizing official Universal Documentation System (UDS) • Assist Controllers with the coordination of personnel actions and managing mission systems during operations in the Range Control Center (RCC) or Missile Flight Control Center (MFCC) • Manage critical, real-time Range Safety and/or Telemetry data required for the fulfillment of launch vehicle tracking requirements on the Western Range • Perform operational duties as a Radar Controller (RC), Acquisition Data Systems Controller (ADSC), and Real-Time Data Controller (RTDC) • Perform operational duties as a planner in accordance with department needs • Coordinate and provide directions to range systems in managing system data performance and integrating operations support • Assist Controllers in managing daily operations of the appropriate system during tests and non-test periods • Conduct pre-test briefings and post-test critiques • Evaluate system conditions during pre-launch / launch activities and provide recommendations to Controllers / Mission Control Specialist • Skillfully and proficiently execute the following duties: Support all Pre-launch and Launch operations Plan, schedule, and support day-to-day operations Train and mentor Planner / Controllers Plan, develop, and draft training procedures for respective positions Troubleshoot and communicate circuit and Flight Operations (FO) system issues in real-time Make real-time changes to circuit patching and FO system configurations • Evaluate recommended changes to operating procedures or methods to improve data quality and performance for future tests / operations • Assist with and or prepare reports, procedures, and operational documents • Communicate with the mission team and federal government entities to obtain background information to meet operational requirements, and ensure the maximum probability of meeting requirements
Requirements
- Associate degree in a related technical field or equivalent combination of education, training and experience or related military experience
- Two or more years of work experience which includes working a technical and/or analytical field
- Qualified as a Real Time Data Controller, Radar Controller, and Acquisition Systems Data Controller.
- Minimum of 1-2 years of work experience as a Qualified Planner / Controller (RTDC) on the Western Range system
- Qualified as a Communications, Timing & Sequencing, Video, Area Surveillance, Optics, Meteorological, and Photography planner.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, and Outlook)
- The flexibility to work occasional non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship or U.S. naturalization
- Valid U.S. Driver’s License required
Nice To Haves
- Qualification as a Radar, Command, Safety, and Data handling planner is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Analyze and perform planning functions utilizing official Universal Documentation System (UDS)
- Assist Controllers with the coordination of personnel actions and managing mission systems during operations in the Range Control Center (RCC) or Missile Flight Control Center (MFCC)
- Manage critical, real-time Range Safety and/or Telemetry data required for the fulfillment of launch vehicle tracking requirements on the Western Range
- Perform operational duties as a Radar Controller (RC), Acquisition Data Systems Controller (ADSC), and Real-Time Data Controller (RTDC)
- Perform operational duties as a planner in accordance with department needs
- Coordinate and provide directions to range systems in managing system data performance and integrating operations support
- Assist Controllers in managing daily operations of the appropriate system during tests and non-test periods
- Conduct pre-test briefings and post-test critiques
- Evaluate system conditions during pre-launch / launch activities and provide recommendations to Controllers / Mission Control Specialist
- Support all Pre-launch and Launch operations
- Plan, schedule, and support day-to-day operations
- Train and mentor Planner / Controllers
- Plan, develop, and draft training procedures for respective positions
- Troubleshoot and communicate circuit and Flight Operations (FO) system issues in real-time
- Make real-time changes to circuit patching and FO system configurations
- Evaluate recommended changes to operating procedures or methods to improve data quality and performance for future tests / operations
- Assist with and or prepare reports, procedures, and operational documents
- Communicate with the mission team and federal government entities to obtain background information to meet operational requirements, and ensure the maximum probability of meeting requirements
Benefits
- medical insurance
- dental insurance
- vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- life insurance
- long-term disability insurance
- short-term disability insurance
- paid time off
- paid parental leave
- paid holidays annually
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
