Dec 27, 2014

PGSS Payload Operator/Technician

Employer:Universal Solutions International, Inc.
Location:Kabul, Afghanistan
Status:  Full-time, Non-Exempt
Minimum Security Clearance:  Active DoD Secret

Passport:  Must have a current US Passport
Travel:  Expect extensive OCONUS travel
Program:  Persistent Ground Surveillance System (PGSS) is an intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) platform that is self-contained, self-sufficient, and transportable.  PGSS provides integrated persistent surveillance, detection capabilities, and full motion video dissemination to Tactical Operation Centers (TOCs).

Description: 
USI is seeking experienced payload operators and electronics technicians to support PGSS at various OCONUS locations.  Candidates must be willing to live and work on remote FOBs under austere conditions.
·         Troubleshoot and repair associated payloads and communications equipment
·         Operation of system ISR sensors
·         Logistics and site operation duties

Responsible for the effective utilization of the Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) aerostat.  An Operator can play one or all four of the following roles in a given tour:  Serve as the Flight Engineer to manage the health of the payload and provide overall coordination and direction of the sensor(s), while communicating directly with the military customer.  Serve as the Payload Operator to control the payload.  Serve as the Handler to assist and take direction from the Launch and Recovery Director (LRD) during the launch and recovery phase of operations.  Serve as the LRD to fly the aerostat during launch and recovery.  Responsible for the safety of flight of the aerostat and flight crew during this phase of operation.  Conduct pre- and post-flight system inspections and the resulting documentation.


Requirements:
Qualified Operators should have at least one of the following qualifications:  One (1) year of sensor experience3, or One (1) year of experience with Aerostats, UAVs, or as a Pilot, or One (1) year of experience in troubleshooting advanced electronics or computer networks, or One (1) more years of Intelligence Analyst experience.

Two (2) or Four (4) year degree from an accredited university or technical college.  Experience in UAVs, RAID, UTAMS, or PTDS (a PLUS).

Duties
The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.  It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this position.

All USI employment is contingent upon individual’s providing legal proof of identity and authorization to work in the United States and satisfactory background check results.

USI IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY, AFFIRMATIVE ACTION EMPLOYER AND A DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE.

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