THAAD Field Engineer

The successful candidate will function as a THAAD Field Engineer with the Terminal High Altitude Area Defense (THAAD) Missile Defense System out of Huntsville, Alabama. The candidate will support multiple contracts including UAE, KSA, and THAAD Foundation. You will be capable of temporarily fulfilling any CLS or Instructor position when needed. The candidate will provide technical services on product implementations, modifications, maintenance, and enhancements to sustain customer-supported systems and specifications. You will aid in the operation, training, and maintenance of the THAAD Fire Control & Communication (TFCC) Systems and THAAD Launching Station in accordance with established Interactive Electronic Technical Manuals (IETMs), Technical Manuals (TMs), policies, procedures, and processes.  You will assist in instructing and teaching groups of personnel, on New Equipment Training (NET), Technical Concepts and Operations, Air Battle Management Training, and THAAD Missile Technical Escort Training. This will be in accordance with established Instructor Training Guidelines, and US Army Air and Missile Defense Operations. The candidate will conduct training sessions, product demonstrations, and develop criteria for evaluating effectiveness of training activities. The candidate will be a member of a support team and will perform all duties under direct supervision and cross-train to gain proficiency working with other elements of the THAAD system. When not deployed or on TDY, you will assist the program managers with various administrative tasks and personnel management.

Deployed/TDY:

• Provide field and sustainment level training & maintenance support to THAAD Fire Units.
• Support the customer in managing and monitoring the maintenance and sustainment program to include scheduling services, system upgrades, and modifications.
• Perform all maintenance actions and failure troubleshooting that are above the level of the Enhanced Operator/Maintainers (EOM) to include but not limited to: software, hardware, interconnecting cabling, electrical system, and networks.
• Identify issues, develop, and submit investigation reports to assist program engineers with design changes.
• Maintain and sustain THAAD Training Devices and related software.
• Support the customer's training programs through collaboration with our program partners to ensure highly trained and competent service members.
• Understand the customer's expectations and perceptions to provide the best support possible, focusing on mission, values, and goals.
• Establish trust and confidence by creating and maintaining open, candid lines of communication with the customer and partner companies & agencies.
• Teach THAAD system and component overview and all aspects of TFCC functional operations.
• Teach THAAD Launcher system/Sub System and component overview and all aspects of THAAD Launcher functional operations.
• Teach maintenance, troubleshooting, and remove & replace procedures for all equipment associated with the THAAD communications.
• Teach THAAD Doctrine, System Behavior and Engagement Operations.
• Support remote maintenance activities.
• Monitor and report operations, battery status, readiness optimization, supply-chain-status.
• Coordinate Engineering reach-back support while supporting the ULOC, KLOC, or TLOC. 

CONUS:

• Provide reach back support for CLS teams on multiple THAAD contracts.
• Assist the PM with recruitment and selection.
• Oversee the onboarding process for new hires.
• Assist the PM with deployment and transition planning.
• Track personnel issues and assist with timely resolutions.
• Manage employee records.

• 3-5 years technician experience with field & sustainment operations, troubleshooting, maintenance, and repairs.
• Must possess and maintain an active SECRET clearance level or higher.
• Must possess and maintain a CompTIA Security+ certification within six (6) months of hire.
• Must meet deployment standards as set forth in, but not limited to, DoD Instruction 3020.41, Operational Contract Support.
• Must possess a valid U.S. Passport with no restrictions on travel.
• Must pass a background check to include criminal and credit.

Desired Qualifications:

• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Windows Operating Systems and the Microsoft Office Suite.
• Experience with THAAD or Patriot system(s).
• Ability to apply appropriate Packaging, Handling, Storage, and Transportation.
• Basic understanding of hydraulic operations.
• Working knowledge of Unix and Linux.
• Ability to establish and maintain networks (e.g., LAN, WAN, IP address schemes).
• Basic electrical/mechanical aptitude.

Work Where it Matters

Akima Logistics Services (ALS), an Akima company, is not just another federal logistics contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.

At ALS, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.

For our shareholders, ALS provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.

For our government customers, ALS delivers aviation logistics and supply chain services to the Department of Defense and federal civilian government.

As an ALS employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.