Ship Operations Manager - Orlando, FL, United States - V2X

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    Job Description Overview THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT ON AWARD AND FUNDING Working across the globe, V2X builds smart solutions designed to integrate physical and digital infrastructure from base to battlefield
    We bring 120 years of successful mission support to improve security, streamline logistics, and enhance readiness
    Aligned around a shared purpose, our $3.9B company and 16,000 people work alongside our clients, here and abroad, to tackle their most complex challenges with integrity, respect, responsibility, and professionalism
    The V2X Mobile Sensors program performs Operations and Maintenance (O&M) for a ship based mobile platform with complex multi-mission radar/communication systems which have an elaborate command & control computing structure, along with communication interfaces and support sub-systems
    These systems and the program assigned employees, which include bargaining members (union), are tasked to primarily operate in the Pacific Command's (PACOM) Area of Responsibility (AOR)
    Our program ensures the COBRA KING (CK) radar and communication systems are Fully Mission Capable (FMC) 24-hours a day, 7-days a week, and capable of supporting mission operations on short-notice
    Responsibilities V2X is seeking a Ship Operations Manager (SOM) to perform Radar Engineering duties onboard a forward deployed platform designed specifically for radar data collection
    This position is a remote assignment onboard the USNS Howard O
    Lorenzen TAGM-25
    Duties include mission/track planning; operation, maintenance, and repair of a dual S and X Band radar systems and ancillary equipment; performing radar data analysis tasks; providing support for software engineering; development of engineering documentation and system operation and maintenance procedures
    Other duties may include logistics support, quality assurance, and supporting maintenance of onboard ancillary systems
    Position requires radar operation during tracking and testing
    Additional collateral duties as assigned
    This position reports to the Mobile Sensors Program Manager While performing SOM role, the candidate will be required to lead, coordinate, and manage the activities of up to 30 Radar Engineering, Electronic Technician, Communication Operators, and Logistics personnel in the operations and maintenance (O&M) support of the systems managed by V2X
    They will serve as the Senior Company Representative to the government customer onboard the ship
    They will implement corporate policy, develop local policy as required, and report to the Program Manager on the technical status of systems and personnel issues

    Qualifications Required Skills:
    At least six years of experience with radar or digital signal processing equipment Experience with troubleshooting and repair of analog and digital circuitry including power supplies, fault detection circuitry, microwave components, and waveguide
    Experience with Linux based operating systems such as IBM's AIX OS Experience with monopulse and phased array radars
    Experience in performing data analysis to determine what system, subsystem and components require action to improve radar performance
    Understanding and experience working with Doppler antenna patterns, phase coherency, system sensitivity, matched filters, servos, high voltage transmitters, and traveling wave tubes
    Ability to comprehend and edit electronic schematic drawings and documentation
    Ability to organize and direct teams, implement company policy and develop local policy when required
    Familiar with sub-contractor relationships and ability to monitor subcontractors
    Supervise Exempt and Union represented employees with a Collective Bargaining Agreement
    Excellent oral and written communication skills required including the preparation and presentation of technical reports
    Active DoD SECRET clearance

    Other Requirements:
    Current U.S

    Passport with minimum of 1 year prior to expiration and 3 blank page Must be able to pass mariner exam
    This position is located on a forward deployed vessel that spends a lot of time at sea
    Candidates must not be hindered by motion sickness

    Desired Skills:
    Knowledge of embedded software design and PLC background
    Familiarity in the proper use and care of various electronic test equipment including logic and spectrum analyzers
    Network administrator knowledge and experience a plus
    One year of Linux operating system experience
    Familiarity with government operations security requirements
    Familiarity with US Navy operations security requirements
    Military Quality Assurance training and experience
    Good understanding of shipboard safety requirements
    Top Secret Clearance; eligible to obtain

    Education Requirements:
    BA/BS in a related field Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science desired Eight years plus of related experience can substitute for education
    We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual
    This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace
    Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
    EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran
    Responsibilities V2X is seeking a Ship Operations Manager (SOM) to perform Radar Engineering duties onboard a forward deployed platform designed specifically for radar data collection
    This position is a remote assignment onboard the USNS Howard O
    Lorenzen TAGM-25
    Duties include mission/track planning; operation, maintenance, and repair of a dual S and X Band radar systems and ancillary equipment; performing radar data analysis tasks; providing support for software engineering; development of engineering documentation and system operation and maintenance procedures
    Other duties may include logistics support, quality assurance, and supporting maintenance of onboard ancillary systems
    Position requires radar operation during tracking and testing
    Additional collateral duties as assigned
    This position reports to the Mobile Sensors Program Manager While performing SOM role, the candidate will be required to lead, coordinate, and manage the activities of up to 30 Radar Engineering, Electronic Technician, Communication Operators, and Logistics personnel in the operations and maintenance (O&M) support of the systems managed by V2X
    They will serve as the Senior Company Representative to the government customer onboard the ship
    They will implement corporate policy, develop local policy as required, and report to the Program Manager on the technical status of systems and personnel issues

    Qualifications Required Skills:
    At least six years of experience with radar or digital signal processing equipment Experience with troubleshooting and repair of analog and digital circuitry including power supplies, fault detection circuitry, microwave components, and waveguide
    Experience with Linux based operating systems such as IBM's AIX OS Experience with monopulse and phased array radars
    Experience in performing data analysis to determine what system, subsystem and components require action to improve radar performance
    Understanding and experience working with Doppler antenna patterns, phase coherency, system sensitivity, matched filters, servos, high voltage transmitters, and traveling wave tubes
    Ability to comprehend and edit electronic schematic drawings and documentation
    Ability to organize and direct teams, implement company policy and develop local policy when required
    Familiar with sub-contractor relationships and ability to monitor subcontractors
    Supervise Exempt and Union represented employees with a Collective Bargaining Agreement
    Excellent oral and written communication skills required including the preparation and presentation of technical reports
    Active DoD SECRET clearance

    Other Requirements:
    Current U.S

    Passport with minimum of 1 year prior to expiration and 3 blank page Must be able to pass mariner exam
    This position is located on a forward deployed vessel that spends a lot of time at sea
    Candidates must not be hindered by motion sickness

    Desired Skills:
    Knowledge of embedded software design and PLC background
    Familiarity in the proper use and care of various electronic test equipment including logic and spectrum analyzers
    Network administrator knowledge and experience a plus
    One year of Linux operating system experience
    Familiarity with government operations security requirements
    Familiarity with US Navy operations security requirements
    Military Quality Assurance training and experience
    Good understanding of shipboard safety requirements
    Top Secret Clearance; eligible to obtain

    Education Requirements:
    BA/BS in a related field Electrical Engineering/Computer Engineering/Physics/Mathematics/Computer Science desired Eight years plus of related experience can substitute for education
    We are committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports the contributions of each individual
    This commitment along with our common Vision and Values of Integrity, Respect, and Responsibility, allows us to leverage differences, encourage innovation and expand our success in the global marketplace
    Vectrus is an Equal Opportunity /Affirmative Action Employer
    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or status as an individual with a disability
    EOE/Minority/Female/Disabled/Veteran.