Arcata Associates is a technical services company supporting our nation's defense and maintaining our country's leadership in science, aeronautics, and space. Our greatest strength is our people. Together, the hard work of our staff and team members supports critical operations that make a difference and advance human achievement.
Description/Purpose Of Position:
Coordinate, schedule, and lead the work activities of the vehicle maintenance shops to ensure all assigned work is completed safely, timely , and in accordance with all Federal, State, Local, and contract requirements. Follow company and departmental policies and procedures. Receive general oral and written instructions from the Transportation Manager.
Coordinate directly with customers as needed, providing and receiving vehicle maintenance operation information and status updates.
Supervises and performs the scheduling and analysis of maintenance performed on vehicles and equipment. Uses a computer to manage the vehicle data collection system and develops local retrievals to obtain specific data. Files historical data and maintains vehicle records.
Supervises and performs MAXIMO Vehicle Maintenance System. Inputs data to the MAXIMO computer system and verifies data accuracy. Prepares, reviews, and corrects MAXIMO system products.
Manages U-Drive-it (UDI) vehicle fleet of temporary use vehicles.
Develops local retrieval s to obtain specific data and analyzes this data for specific trends. Coordinates with work center supervisors and using organizations to ensure a timely repair of assigned vehicles. Monitors contract and warranty repairs, status, and funding. Develops and administers long and short range plans and programs for completion of scheduled maintenance and special projects. Programs vehicles for depot maintenance on a five year maintenance plan. Controls and administers the delayed maintenance, accident, and abuse programs. Operates computers, calculators, typewriters. Maintains and files vehicle historical data and records jackets.
Assembles specific vehicular information by extracting and tabulating maintenance data in a logical presentation sequence using automated and manual methods. Prepares data for presentation in tabular, chart, graphic and summary form. Gives written and narrative summaries to meet management needs.
Analyzes data for deviations from specific performance indicators and helps to develop corrective actions.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education: High School Diploma or Equivalent; Associates Degree preferred.
Experience: Experience in functions such as maintenance control or analysis, quality control, diagnostics, or maintenance shop work center, and obtaining parts and materials for use in vehicle maintenance. Auto mechanic experience is desirable.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge is mandatory of: maintenance control and analysis, diagnostic duties, maintenance responsibilities, maintenance data collection and reporting procedures, and small computer operation in support of MAXIMO.
Knowledge of proper use of equipment and materials to perform the assigned duties and avoid health hazards to themselves and building occupants. Possess basic math skills. Must have exceptional customer service and organizational skills. Must have administrative skills including keyboarding, basic computer operations, Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel, and Power Point.
Clearance: Obtain and maintain a Top Secret / SBI security clearance.
Other: Ability to plan and organize work to ensure that all duties are completed within established time frames. Ability to perform multiple tasks and maintain schedule. Ability to read/write/ speak English, read instructions, rules, etc. Ability to follow oral and written instructions and complete all assignments in a timely manner. Ability to possess professional customer service skills and independently resolve work problems/issues covered by contracts, policies, and procedures. Possess interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and management. Frequent mental alertness, attention to detail, and accuracy to organize work activities and ensure all tasks are completed within established time frames while maintaining a safe work environment. Adhere to all Company EEO, affirmative action, environmental, health, safety, quality assurance, and security programs.
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Summary:
Under the direction of the E&I Manager, the Hardware Field Engineer performs routine evaluation, sustainment, design, and modification for a variety of radar and Electronic Warfare (EW) systems, sub-systems and components. This position works remotely with a team consisting of operators, technicians, and engineers. Work assignments will vary and priorities focus on mission support and the systems that must be functional to support those missions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Work with RF Engineers and O&M personnel to coordinate the activities involved in the sustainment of existing threat and EW systems.
Supports systems integration by working with project teams and vendors to field systems ensuring the following elements are addressed:
Identify and document system level requirements for range integration to include power, communication, instrumentation and command & control.Validate existing power, communications, instrumentation and command and control (C2) by working with other engineers.Develop processes and procedures that will support training and technician competency to operate and maintain equipment.Recommends and conducts testing, equipment modifications, and recommends corrections to design deficiencies through evaluation of operational capability of systems/equipment and review of performance data against standards.Research, plan and support the design and modifications of existing and new threat and EW systems.
Research and analyze data such as customer design proposals, specifications and manuals to determine the feasibility of design or application.
Troubleshoot and effectively resolve system issues that involved working with technicians and vendors.
Performs periodic preventative maintenance and supports operations when tasked.
Capable of providing reports, status, and records activities in a maintenance management system.
Qualifications:
Education: Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent field experience and at least five years of related radar, electronic and data processing/control systems involving fielding, integration and sustainment work.
Core Competencies:
Knowledge and understanding of current engineering practices and standards. Apply the principles and techniques of electrical engineering design to specific projects. Ability to manage projects/tasks efficiently and effectively. Ability to provide technical direction to other engineers, technicians and support personnel. Ability to communicate effectively and tactfully in both oral and written form. Write and prepare a variety of technical reports, manuals and other types of written communications.
Ability to be self-motivated to complete tasks.
Ability to prioritize tasks and effectively multi-task on multiple projects at the same time.
Ability to manage client and stakeholder expectations to effectively set and deliver on commitments.
WORK ENVIRONMENT, PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:
Must be able to work in a field environment with work at remote locations. Must be able to lift 40 lbs, climb ladders, towers and equipment to a minimum of 50 feet. Must have and maintain a valid driver's license. Must have strong computer and organizational skills. The ability to travel as required by the company. Ability to work odd shifts, long hours, weekends, holidays, changing shifts, and overtime. Must possess the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other team members and those contacted in the performance of required duties.
Licenses or Certifications Required:
Must be able to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.Have a valid NV state issued driver's license.Arcata Associates is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.
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