What are the responsibilities and job description for the 1782 - PNT Specialist position at Sigma Defense?
Sigma Defense is seeking an experienced Position, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Specialist to support our defense customer at White Sands Missile Range. In this critical liaison role, you will bridge contractor operations and US government (USG) personnel, providing expert technical and administrative oversight before, during, and after complex PNT test events. The ideal candidate brings a deep technical background in range-based military testing, specialized proficiency in RF signal measurement and waveform analysis, and hands-on familiarity with industry-standard PNT tools and receivers—including GIANT, spectrum analyzers, and GPS hardware like uBlox and DAGR.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Requirements
- 10 years of experience to include RF testing.
- Experience measuring RF signals.
- An understanding of the processes and procedures required for PNT testing on US military test and training ranges.
- Technical and administrative understanding of PNT activities.
- Understanding of GNSS waveforms and processing methods:
- Spectral power density measurements, and specific GPS/GNSS waveform characteristics, modulation types, and encoding schemes including BOC / M-Code.
- Familiarity with PNT testing tools and software:
- GIANT, Spectrum Analyzers, GPS receivers (uBlox, DAGR).
- Must be a U.S. citizen.
Personnel Clearance Level:
- Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active Secret security clearance or higher.
- Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate.
Education Requirements:
- High School Diploma (or equivalent) is required.
Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):
- Responsible for technical and administrative oversight of PNT activities, and Liaison for PNT events.
- Interface with government customers, represent government to their customers, and provide technical expertise in test team conversations.
- Work as a liaison between contractor and USG personnel before, during, and after PNT events.
Salary Range: $105,000 - $135,000 annually.
Benefits
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
- 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 12 (Floating) Holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Highly Competitive Salary
Salary : $105,000 - $135,000