Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician

General Dynamics

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Work type
Hybrid
Location
Manassas, VA
Salary
$90,359–$97,771 / yr
Posted
54 days ago
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Below market

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About General Dynamics

General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician

The Fire Control Test and Hardware Technician joins the Trainers team to develop and deliver cutting-edge training systems for the US Navy and Royal Australian Navy submarine fleets. This role involves integrating incomplete software builds to provide training for capabilities not yet present in the fleet. Key responsibilities include developing and executing test plans, performing system verification at customer sites, and providing technical instruction on system maintenance. As a hardware technician, the individual will install, configure, and troubleshoot development hardware while supporting infrastructure design and power requirements. Required skills include expert knowledge of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System, SWFTS community experience, and computer hardware troubleshooting. Preferred competencies include Navy Submarine Design, Linux command line navigation, and experience with systems like MPA, NECDIS, Strike, ISAT, AN/BVY-1, AN/BQQ-10, and AN/BLQ-10.

What you'll do

  • Develop and execute test plans to prepare training systems for delivery.
  • Execute system verification test documentation at customer sites to sell-off deliverable systems.
  • Instruct customers and company personnel on system operation and maintenance.
  • Participate in tactical planning and design by attending industry partner operation demos.
  • Design, develop, analyze, and troubleshoot hardware during research and product development.
  • Install, configure, test, maintain, and troubleshoot development hardware.
  • Support the design and implementation of hardware infrastructure.
  • Maintain hardware inventory and document all hardware configuration changes.

What we're looking for

  • Must possess a Department of Defense Secret security clearance at time of hire.
  • U.S. citizenship is required.
  • Requires a Bachelor's or Technology degree in Engineering or a related field, or 4 years of job-related experience.
  • Requires an additional 2+ years of job-related experience or a Master's degree.
  • Must have prior experience as a Submarine Fire Control Technician (FT).
  • Requires expert knowledge of the AN/BYG-1 Combat Control System.
  • Requires significant experience in installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of computer hardware.
  • Experience with Navy Submarine Design, MPA, NECDIS, Strike, ISAT, AN/BVY-1, AN/BQQ-10, AN/BLQ-10, or Linux command line (preferred).

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