Aegis SI&T SPY Antenna/Signal Processing Technician

Job Description:

We are GDIT. As a trusted systems integrator for more than 50 years, General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) provides information technology (IT), cybersecurity, systems engineering, software development, training solutions and professional services to customers in the Navy and the broader Department of Defense.

GDIT is your place. You make it your own by bringing your ideas and unique perspective to our culture. By owning your opportunity at GDIT, you are helping us ensure today is safe and tomorrow is smarter. Our work depends on a Ship Integration & Test (SI&T) SPY Antenna/Signal Processing Technician joining our team to support the Program Executive Office for Integrated Warfare Systems (PEO IWS) activities.

At GDIT, people are our differentiator. As a SI&T SPY Antenna/Signal Processing Technician supporting PEO IWS, you will be trusted to bring together a multi-disciplinary team that is geographically dispersed to provide engineering planning, design, integration, installation, and test of Aegis Combat Systems (ACS) onboard ships post-construction and during maintenance availabilities. This senior position will be tied to both Program Management and Engineering. In this role, you will be responsible for ensuring the AN/SPY Radar Signal Processor/Antenna Group is operable and available to support testing. Coordinates with the AN/SPY Radar Systems Engineer for signal processor/antenna matters. Assists in identifying, isolating and repairing signal processor/antenna equipment problems. Specific responsibilities include:

• Identify and resolve AN/SPY Radar Signal Processor/Antenna Group equipment and documentation discrepancies
• Submit AN/SPY Radar Signal Processor/Antenna Group equipment status reports
• Assist in the resolution of SPY logistics issues
• Review drawings, documents, and test procedures. Report recommendations for improvement or discrepancies noted
• Lead or participate in ship checks to accomplish surveys of the Combat System spaces.
• Develop Power Point presentations as required.
• Participate in meetings and phone conferences when required by the government sponsor.
• Assist in the resolution of Combat System space arrangement issues occurring on the waterfront during equipment installations.
• Ensure AN/SPY Radar Signal Processor/Antenna Group equipment is activated, operational and properly configured to support each test event. Assist during test conduct.
• Assist shipyard and installation teams with equipment issues
• Assist with collection and analysis of AN/SPY Radar Signal Processor/Antenna Group performance data
• Support/perform government conducted tests on respective systems- in port and at sea
• Ensure Safe in-port radiation practices are followed
• Support crew familiarization and training
• Assist in CSAV efforts.
• Assess system installation and operation in support of upcoming milestones. Report results as directed.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• A Bachelor of Arts or Science (BA/BS) in the relevant field or equivalent years of experience (4 years of additional equivalent experience can be substituted for a BA/BS)
• Over fifteen (15+) years of experience as an SPY Antenna/Signal Processing Technician for Navy Ships
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of the larger GDIT Navy and Marine Corps Sector
• A US DoD Secret security clearance is required.
• US Citizenship is required
• Location: Washington, DC or Chesapeake, VA or Moorestown, NJ

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE:

• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• 401K with company match
• Comprehensive health and wellness packages
• Internal mobility team dedicated to helping you own your career
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications
• Cutting-edge technology you can learn from
• Rest and recharge with paid vacation and holidays

The likely salary range for this position is $92,331 - $154,211. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Travel Required:

10-25%

Telecommuting Options:

Onsite

Work Location:

USA DC Washington