Location & Azimuth Determining System Fielding & Retrofit Lead

Description

Quattro Consulting is a seeking a Location and Azimuth Determining System (LADS) Fielding and Retrofit Lead. The LADS Lead(s) shall be responsible for managing all LADS fielding and retrofit activities and coordinating with the PM-CAS Fielding Coordinate/Fielding Manager. The LADS Lead shall be capable of performing and filling one of the positions and duties of a Howitzer Cannon System and LADS Operator and Howitzer Cannon System and LADS Maintainer.

Duties May Include But Are Not Limited To

• Ability to perform hardware, software and firmware upgrades on the M112 survey series to include system updates, product improvements, and refresh initiatives as required.
• Coordinate and execute initial fielding of capabilities to include, but not limited to, the M112 LADS.
• Train personnel identified by the Government on safe and correct operation and maintenance of LADS and associated equipment.
• Will be required to train initial instruction, retrofit instruction, and apply Modification Work Orders (MWO) and Maintenance Advisory Messages (MAM) to the system and associated equipment as required.
• Must have basic knowledge of survey methodology including establishing Survey Control Points, establishing Distant Aiming Points, moving survey control forward, fires procedures for Reconnaissance, Selection and Occupation of Position (RSOP), establishing firing points, gun laying procedures, establishing Orienting Station and End of Orienting Line.
• Ensuring team members are training on and are using the most current training material, student handouts, Operator Notes, Lesson Plans, Programs of Instructions, Maintenance Instruction, MWOs and training support packages.
• Final coordination and detailed planning with the unit being supported for Retrofit, Software Upgrades, associated training, and fielding. This includes coordination for classrooms, maintenance bay space, overhead projectors and screens.
• Ensuring daily and weekly functions/duties are carried out to certification standards.
• Ensuring all personnel and equipment are present for retrofit, training, and fielding.
• Tracking shipment of items required for the retrofit or fielding of systems where applicable.
• Ensuring that copies of all training materials are provided to the Unit.
• Maintaining disposition knowledge of replacement LRU’s and associated equipment to include equipment sign over and reception if applicable.
• Preparing and submitting daily reports during Retrofit or Fielding Activities.
• Managing and coordinating all Retrofit and Fielding Requirements.
• Possessing complete knowledge of all components and associated equipment in order to teach the courses.
• Demonstrating the ability to impart information to others in both classroom and practical training situations.
• Conducting training, installation, retrofit, repairs, and assistance on vehicles associated with the LADS platform.
• Performing equipment training in various locations, including OCONUS.
• Installing and/or verifying survey control points at fielding locations for utilization in training, maintenance, or system validation.
• Performing hardware and software upgrades on the LADS with the Maintenance Support Device variants.
• Possess the knowledge and ability to operate a laptop computer with MS Windows suite, execute programs in the OS environment, and be able to follow Technical Manual directed, mid-level complexity, and electronic troubleshooting procedures.
  
  

Work Environment

• Moderate noise (i.e. business office with computers, phone and printers) and /or occasional Loud noise (airfield, large equipment).
• Ability to sit at a computer terminal for an extended period of time.
  
  

Physical Demands

• While performing the responsibilities of the job, the employee is required to sit, stand, talk, and hear.
• Employee is often required to sit and use their hands and fingers to operate a computer.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Ability to drive a motor vehicle in environments including city, highway, and rural roads CONUS and OCONUS.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
• This position may require travel to remote overseas locations for extended periods of time. Valid driver’s license (proof of which will be required after hire) and ability to qualify for and maintain corporate liability insurance through a clean driving record.
  
  

Travel

• 50% / Frequent travel.
  
  

Quattro Consulting, an operating firm of Command Holdings, is a tribally-owned firm providing management consulting services to U.S. government agencies.

Pursuant to PL 93-638, as amended, preference will be given to qualified Native Americans and spouses in all phases of employment.

At Quattro Consulting, our employees are the embodiment of our success as a firm. Our team is comprised of a tenacious group of professionals located across the globe. It includes military veterans and spouses of active duty troops, former federal employees, policy experts, academics, attorneys, and technical and business experts, all of whom share a strong work ethic and the skills to succeed in both collaborative and independent environments. Quattro Consulting is invested in the long-term success of both our clients and colleagues for the right reasons. Our dedication to putting good government into practice is underpinned by a merit-based culture that measures success by productivity and credibility.

Quattro Consulting will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants who are unable to utilize our online application system due to a disability. Please send your request to the Human Resources Team.

Quattro Consulting is committed to equal employment opportunity based on merit. We recruit, employ, train, compensate, and promote without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local law, and in accordance with EO 14173 and Federal Employment Laws: Equal Employment Opportunity and Employee Polygraph Protection Act.

Quattro Consulting’s Affirmative Action Program is available to any employee or applicant for employment for inspection upon request, to the extent required by federal regulations. The Affirmative Action Program can be accessed during normal business hours by making an appointment with the Human Resources Team.

Requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Direct operational experience on military survey systems including:
• direct experience with gun laying activities specific to field artillery systems
• direct experience establishing survey control points for field artillery systems.
• Minimum of 2 years formal instructor experience.
• Capability to travel to CONUS/OCONUS locations up to 80 percent.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Ability to pass a federal background investigation, including fingerprinting.
• Outstanding communication skills, influencing abilities, and client focus.
• Demonstrated proficiency in using all Microsoft Office applications.
• Professional proficiency in English is required.
• Ability to access federal facilities in compliance with Real ID. More information about Real ID can be found here: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id/about-real-id and at https://www.tsa.gov/travel/security-screening/identification.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. Quattro Consulting will not sponsor applicants for work visas for this position.
  

Benefits

Quattro Consulting offers a competitive benefits plan including:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Life and Disability Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program
• Pet Insurance
• Eligibility requirements apply