Test Planner / Field Operations Specialist (Planner III)

Description

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Work Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ

Systems Application & Technologies, Inc. (SA-TECH) is a progressive and well-established Department of Defense (DoD) contractor specializing in Range operations and maintenance (O&M); weapons testing; facilities management; aerial, ground and seaborne targets O&M; technical, logistics and other engineering support; systems integration; electronics and communications maintenance services; and a growing cybersecurity business. We are highly focused and, among other efforts, currently operate a dozen active test and/or training ranges for the Army, Air Force and Navy. Our 34-year heritage is founded on supporting complex and diverse DoD programs and we’ve developed a standout reputation for providing the highest quality services, superior workmanship and cost-effective results while achieving complete customer satisfaction.

We currently provide support to the Threat Support Management Office (TSMO) in the Continental United States (CONUS) and occasionally Outside of the Continental United States (OCONUS) with services to deploy, operate, maintain, and redeploy relevant threat signal simulators, including unique injection jamming devices, virtual training, virtual infrastructure, and foreign commercial cell phone systems in a Live, Virtual and Constructive (LVC) Electronic Warfare (EW) environment in support of DoD and are currently looking to hire a Test Planner III for our work site located at Fort Huachuca, AZ.

The Test Planner advises TSMO and other government agencies on system capabilities, tactical emplacement considerations, and personnel issues as they relate to test-events or training scenarios. In this role, you would work onsite at the Fort Huachuca installation. The Planner II will be expected to perform duties without supervision and to lead small teams of subordinates in various maintenance and operational tasks, in addition to conducting briefings and training sessions with variously sized audiences. The Planner III will also be the Site Manager and have overall responsibility for all administrative, maintenance and operational tasks at our site.  

Work Conditions:

• Conditions will vary as some work will be accomplished outdoors.
• Activities will include 70% sitting, 25% walking, and 5% lifting.
• May need to travel to other related sites, both CONUS and OCONUS.

Requirements

Required Education/Experience/Skills:

• High School diploma at a minimum.
• Military service or experience working with military/government customers.
• Experience in military or tactical field exercises.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Must be able to travel CONUS and OCONUS when needed.

Preferred Education/Experience/Skills:

• Second-nature familiarity with military customs and courtesy.
• U.S. military test exercise and field operation experience.
• Electronic Warfare and Radio Frequency experience.
• Experience with the maintenance and operation of EW and RF equipment.
• Leadership experience.
• Current Driver’s License required; must be able to be insured through company’s vehicle insurance policy while driving work/government/rental vehicles during working hours, and for the duration of employment.
• U.S. Citizenship required and you must be able to obtain a U.S. DoD Secret Security Clearance prior to start date and maintain a Secret clearance throughout employment.
• All candidates will be required to pass background screening to include SSN, Driver Record, and Criminal Background Investigation.

Supporting Our Warfighters

As a well-respected and long-established DoD employer, SA-TECH recognizes that our success is indicative of our team members' hard work and dedication towards a common goal… Supporting our Warfighters. Along with unparalleled stability, we have the ingredients for superior performance with a servant leadership mentality that provides an affirmation of purpose and value in a team-oriented positive work environment. As such, we provide a sense of family, competitive pay and employee benefits, along with a strong commitment to the professional development of our workforce and for providing broad career opportunities throughout the United States.

SA-TECH provides:

• Employee Recognition
• Above-Average Compensation
• Competitive Benefits
• Ongoing Training and Development
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Benefits Offered:

• Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• 401(k) match
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• EAP
• Education Assistance
• PTO and Holidays
• Vacation and Sick Leave

Other Important Information You Should Know:

• By applying to this posting, you express interest in the position and may be considered for other opportunities within the company that match your skills.
• SA-TECH offers flexible work schedules depending on the program, alongside generous PTO benefits.
• We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and evaluate all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.
• We participate in the E-Verify system to verify work authorization in the U.S.
• You are encouraged to apply within 5-15 days of posting for optimal consideration.
• We prioritize a supportive work environment, professional development, and a healthy work-life balance and our pay and benefits aim to enhance employee well-being. If this culture resonates with you, we urge you to apply. If you're uncertain about your fit, please explore other roles on SA-TECH Careers.

** Please note that any provided salary information is a general guideline. SA-TECH considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, the candidate’s work experience, education, training, and skills as well as market and business considerations when extending offers.