35 program technician jobs found in Vandenberg Space Force Base

Standard Job Description Lockheed Martin Aeronautics. Be More Than You Can Imagine. This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Selected applicant will join a unique “Skunkworks” Advanced Development Program (ADP) team. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do here: If you are an avionics field engineer and interested with exciting and challenging work on cutting-edge systems, please read on. The selected candidate will support a program in the Santa Barbara...

Standard Job Description This exciting position is with our historic Skunk Works program. Skunk Works is an integral part of Lockheed's Aeronautics business area responsible for advanced systems development including conceptual design and rapid prototyping of clean sheet solutions and improvements and derivatives to existing systems. The ideal skunk is an agile, multi-faceted teammate who loves to solve our customer's most difficult challenges. Some of our unclassified projects include the U-2, SR-71 Blackbird, F-22 Raptor, F-117 Nighthawk, and the F-35 Lightening II. Selected applicant will join a unique “Skunkworks” Advanced Development Program (ADP) team. Learn more about some of the incredible things we do here: If you are a mechanical field engineer and interested with exciting and challenging work on cutting-edge systems, please read on. The selected candidate will support a program in the Santa Barbara area. Candidates must be willing to travel to and work at austere...

Five Rivers Analytics LLC is currently seeking a Satellite Operator/Controller at the Vandenberg Remote Tracking Station (VTS). The Operator/Controller will execute actions necessary to conduct satellite operations and maintenance required to sustain the operability of communications-electronics equipment located at the Remote Tracking Stations (RTS).  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Configures, operates and maintains assigned systems during satellite support, test, and maintenance activities. Initiates, directs and verifies completion of all operational events during the acquisition, tracking and commanding functions of each operational support. Maintains cognizance of station equipment status. Repairs and aligns all equipment in accordance with TOs/TMs or commercial manuals. Ensures Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) activities are accomplished as scheduled. Maintains vehicle folders. Prepare daily...

Five Rivers Analytics LLC is currently seeking a Satellite Operator/Controller at the Vandenberg Remote Tracking Station (VTS). The Operator/Controller will execute actions necessary to conduct satellite operations and maintenance required to sustain the operability of communications-electronics equipment located at the Remote Tracking Stations (RTS).  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Configures, operates and maintains assigned systems during satellite support, test, and maintenance activities. Initiates, directs and verifies completion of all operational events during the acquisition, tracking and commanding functions of each operational support. Maintains cognizance of station equipment status. Repairs and aligns all equipment in accordance with TOs/TMs or commercial manuals. Ensures Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) activities are accomplished as scheduled. Maintains vehicle folders. Prepare daily...

Position Overview: The Fuel Distribution Systems Mechanic (FDSM) Tech C operates, inspects, maintains, diagnoses, adjusts, and makes minor repairs to fuel distribution systems. This is an entry level position. The FDSM Tech C is knowledgeable of diagnostics equipment, hand and pneumatic tools, and measuring devices common to fuel system maintenance The FDSM Tech C assists in spill prevention and cleanup and environmental management. This is a union position with the Teamsters and the hourly pay rate is $41.07. Primary Responsibilities Installs, repairs and maintains liquid fuel storage, distribution, and dispensing systems. Manages and modifies liquid fuel systems and components. Checks components for operation, adjustment, pressures, and internal and external leaks under pressure. Troubleshoots malfunctions. Uses drawings and schematics to analyze and isolate malfunctions. Modifies equipment for specific missions or to increase efficiency. Performs...

Amentum is seeking a Weather Technician/Observer for the Space Force Range Contract. Typical Duties Report to and receiving directions from the Weather Systems Manager Support completion of upper air observations using computer data and platform. This assignment requires the attention of one certified observer from the time of instrument preflight through the final transmission of data (approximately 3 hours). Operate the VSFB Representative Weather Observatory (RWO) during airfield operating hours (normally, Monday through Friday, 0730 to 1700 hours local time) to include after-hours or weekend support when airfield is open, to perform upper air and surface observations consistent with AFMAN 15-111 and AFMAN 15-124, FMH-3, and IAW 30 SWI 15-101 or supporting OPLANs Perform daily upper air balloon observations at 0000 and 1200 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time) every day. Perform weather observations at VSFB Weather Stations during airfield operating hours 24/7 in...

Amentum is seeking a Weather Systems Technician for the Space Force Range Contract. Typical Duties Operate, maintain, and repair Weather Tower instrumentation, Doppler Radar Wind Profilers, Lightning Detection systems, Rawinsonde/Radiosonde systems, Ocean Surveillance Radar RF and control systems, subsystems and components. Displays a thorough understanding of weather sensor systems and radar systems. Good record keeping and verbal communications skills. Works well independently and in a team environment. Other duties as assigned Minimum Requirements: Two or more years of applicable experience in electronics and electrical theory or applicable range experience desired. Associate degree in electronic technology, or two (2) year technical school, or equivalent military experience, or equivalent combination of education and work experience  Computer operation and software skills to maximize productivity software and data systems. Ability to work...

Federal Employment Opportunities with the California Military Department Are you looking for a rewarding career serving both the state and nation? The California Military Department offers unique and exciting federal employment opportunities through two distinct programs: Title 5 USC (Civilian Employee) and Title 32 USC (Dual-Status Technician). This SUPERVISORY INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST position, is located in the Air National Guard (ANG), Component Numbered Air Force (cNAF), Air Operations Group (AOG), Air Intelligence Squadron (AIS) and is part of the CA 195th WG. Duties THIS IS A T32 EXCEPTED SERVICE, PERMANENT POSITION. The primary purposes of the SUPERVISORY INTELLIGENCE OPERATIONS SPECIALIST, GS-0132-13, are: (1) to serve as the Group Director of Intelligence, monitoring and overseeing the intelligence collections, analysis, targeting, systems and readiness, and intelligence special security divisions, and combat readiness and training operations; (2) to...

Five Rivers Analytics LLC is currently seeking a Satellite Operator/Controller at the Vandenberg Remote Tracking Station (VTS). The Operator/Controller will execute actions necessary to conduct satellite operations and maintenance required to sustain the operability of communications-electronics equipment located at the Remote Tracking Stations (RTS).  To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today! Responsibilities Configures, operates and maintains assigned systems during satellite support, test, and maintenance activities. Initiates, directs and verifies completion of all operational events during the acquisition, tracking and commanding functions of each operational support. Maintains cognizance of station equipment status. Repairs and aligns all equipment in accordance with TOs/TMs or commercial manuals. Ensures Preventive Maintenance Inspection (PMI) activities are accomplished as scheduled. Maintains vehicle folders. Prepare daily...

This position is contingent upon contract award. Multiple positions available. Duties The MW/TBMD Instructor serves as a subject matter expert and primary educator, responsible for the design, delivery, and continuous improvement of formal technical instruction and training in missile warning, missile defense, and related operational systems to prepare personnel for space and ballistic missile defense missions. Course Instructor Act as SME and deliver course of instruction for assigned subject area(s); Participate in capstone/graduation exercise Develop, review, and update Training Plans (TPs), Lesson Plans (LPs), and Training Standards (TSs) Integrate changes to doctrine, tactics, techniques, and procedures (TTPs) into course materials on a recurring basis Participate in training advisory boards, curriculum reviews, and training effectiveness evaluations Develop and maintain training aids, multimedia content, and e-learning modules Serve as an evaluator for...

Amentum is seeking an Area Control Center Supervisor for the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties Supervise the Area Control Center (ACC) and Range Control Center (RCC) and it’s employees through the planning and scheduling process for launch and aeronautical operations. • Ensure control of airspace and air assets in support of launch operations, pre-launch tests, and aeronautical operations. • Serve as the liaison between Amentum, the Space Launch Delta 30 (SLD 30), 2ROPS/DON, Range Customers, and hosted organizations for Range support requirements. • Support launch and aeronautical operations in United States Space Force (USSF) certified Duty Air Controller (DAC), Air Controller (AC), Surface Area Surveillance Controller (SASC), and Instrumentation Controller (IC) positions. • Ensure the ACC is staffed with qualified personnel needed to successfully plan and manage launch, landing, and aeronautical operations. • Ensure personnel are properly trained to execute...

Amentum is seeking a Radar 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 Telemetry and/or Range Safety data required for the fulfillment of launch vehicle tracking requirements on the Western Range  Perform operational duties as a Telemetry Controller (TMC) or 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 direction to range systems in managing system data performance and integrating operations support Assist Controllers in managing daily operations of the appropriate system...

Amentum is seeking a Radar Engineer Lead to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC)  Essential Functions:  Designs, develops, modifies, evaluates and implements new and existing Radar hardware systems.   Supports the radar lead engineer with the technical aspects of a project and the supporting multi- disciplined project team.    Researches, designs, develops, modifies, and implements highly complex, new and/or existing capabilities for Range radar support hardware systems. Assists with the development of complex systems modeling, simulation, and analysis to provide the most appropriate technical solution  Supports complex Level 1, 2, and 3 testing to qualify hardware systems for Range operations  Plans, conducts, and assists in the execution of projects  Develops, recommends, and implements design approaches for products and/or processes   Coordinates the efforts of technical support personnel for assigned projects  Analyzes, develops, recommends...

Amentum is seeking a Air Controller for the Space Force Range Contract   Typical Duties Controls Western Range (WR) airspace and air assets in support of daily tasking, pre-launch tests, and aeronautical tests Interfaces with Test Conductors and range instrumentation such as telemetry or metric radars, interfaces with Air Force and other government representatives, and provides assistance in resolving conflicts between support elements and range resources while conducting pre-launch operational testing Performs positive aircraft vectoring, air intercept control operations, and general airspace surveillance Supports WR launch operations in the AF-certified Duty Air Controller, Air Controller, and Surface-Air-Surveillance operator positions Other duties as assigned such as log keeping, scheduling range assets, and assisting with troubleshooting operational problems Minimum Requirements Associate's degree or two-year certificate from college or technical...

Amentum is seeking an Environmental Health and Safety Professional for the Space Force Range Contract   Typical Duties Support a comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Program Identify and address environmental, health, and safety concerns in assigned areas with minimal supervision Perform Occupational Safety inspections for contract-wide locations and provide technical advice and assistance to management and field personnel on a wide range of EHS and Industrial Hygiene programs Support the development and implementation of new EHS Programs Support/perform periodic risk assessments of assigned infrastructure and programs. Inform management when areas require attention and recommend corrective action Perform compliance testing/monitoring reviews to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements; assist in resolving observations as appropriate and follow through to ensure corrective action is taken Perform research, acquisition, and control of...

Amentum is seeking an Engineering Project Management to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC) to work onsite at Vandenberg SFB. Essential Functions Manage large government projects preparing and defining the project scope of work, detailed schedules, budgets, objectives, and deliverables for projects involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. Document the baseline for engineering projects and decompose complex work activities into manageable components.  Identify project resource requirements and coordinate directly and indirectly with project staff to ensure successful completion of the project. Organize project team members to ensure communication and understanding of scope, timelines, assignments, and objectives. Participate in work as applicable.  Perform on-going review of project status and escalate issues where necessary. Notify management team early of potential technical challenges, schedule delays, and budget overages or...

Amentum is seeking a Engineering Project Management Senior to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC). Essential Functions Manage large government projects preparing and defining the project scope of work, detailed schedules, budgets, objectives, and deliverables for projects involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility. Document the baseline for engineering projects and decompose complex work activities into manageable components.  Identify project resource requirements and coordinate directly and indirectly with project staff to ensure successful completion of the project. Organize project team members to ensure communication and understanding of scope, timelines, assignments, and objectives. Participate in work as applicable.  Perform on-going review of project status and escalate issues where necessary. Notify management team early of potential technical challenges, schedule delays, and budget overages or shortfalls. Identify...

OCCUPATIONAL SUMMARY: Under general Engineering supervision, applies judgment to engineering duties. Familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular field. Relies on limited experience and judgment to perform functions of the job.  Perform engineering assessments of systems and operations associated with hypergolic propellants, cryogenics, pneumatics and life support equipment.  Provides limited technical guidance to technicians. This is a union represented, non-exempt position with the Teamsters and the hourly pay rate is $57.42. TYPICAL DUTIES:  Performs Engineering oversight ensuring the Mechanical Integrity Inspections of hazardous systems that identify, document, and resolve of system deficiencies are in compliance. Responsible for preparation, review and implementation of system designs as assigned by Management. Manages subcontractors throughout project phases to include updating schedules and coordinating assigned work and...

Amentum is seeking a Range Systems Supervisor for the Frequency Control Analyst Center (FCAC) on the Space Force Range Contract Typical Duties Maintain an interference-free Radio Frequency (RF) environment Manage and supervise five full-time frequency controllers Provide frequency monitoring and protection through spectrum surveillance Ensure all Western Range Emitters are properly documented and authorized to radiate Maintain accurate documentation of conforming to Western Range Radio Frequency Spectrum System Policies and Requirements Be knowledgeable and have an acute awareness on the technical capabilities and limitations of the Frequency Control Analyst Center and the Frequency Monitoring Station (FMS) Stand in and serve as an Electromagnetic Spectrum Operations Manager as requested by the USG customer to provide authoritative expertise advice for coordinating plans, policies, procedures and directives to achieve and maintain compatible electromagnetic...

Amentum is seeking a System Administrator Professional to support the Space Force Range Contract (SFRC). Key Responsibilities: System Administration: Configure, manage, and troubleshoot a variety of systems, including Windows and Linux servers and workstations, as well as network infrastructure such as routers, switches, and firewalls. Troubleshooting and Support: Provide expert-level technical support to identify, analyze, and resolve complex hardware, software, and network issues. This includes serving as an escalation point for user-reported problems (Tier 1 and 2). System Monitoring and Maintenance: Proactively monitor system performance, resource utilization, and network traffic to identify and address potential issues. Perform routine preventative maintenance, backups, and recovery operations to ensure data integrity and operational continuity. Works with the Cybersecurity team to implement and maintain cybersecurity measures in accordance with Department of...