Mission Director - SBX Platform, PACCOM
Madison, MS 
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THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON AWARD AND FUNDING

Job Description:

Delivering integrated turnkey lifecycle support from concept definition, to engineering and manufacturing, through end-of-life support of complex systems and platforms, V2X offerings include all levels of aviation maintenance, worldwide contractor logistics support, systems engineering and integration, specialized onsite mission execution, high consequence training programs for defense and commercial customers, and integrated supply-chain solutions. Over our 50-year history, we have perfected the balance of cost, schedule, and performance to offer high-quality solutions that consistently exceed customer requirements.

V2X is a portfolio company of American Industrial Partner (AIP), an operationally orientated private investment firm with a 30-year track record of working with management teams to build scaled world class businesses.

The Sensors & Advanced Solutions division intends to add the Sea Based X-Band (SBX) Radar Mission Integration (SBX-MI) program to our extensive experience of existing Operations and Maintenance/Sustainment (O&M/S) programs that includes:

  • The COBRA DANE Radar O&M/S program located at Eareckson Air Station Shemya, Alaska.
  • The Hues Air Defense Radar (HADR) Sustainment program that includes two radars located in Taiwan.
  • The Mobile Sensors COBRA KING Radar and Communication O&M/S program located onboard the United States Naval Ship Howard O. Lorenzen operating in the PACOM AOR.
  • The NATO Hues Air Defense Radar Sustainment program that includes seven radars located in six countries.

The SBX-MI program performs Operations & Sustainment (O&S) onboard an advanced radar system mounted on a modified oil-drilling vessel designed for exceptional stability in high winds and storms within the PACOM AOR that supports the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS).

In performance of this mission, V2X Sensors & Advanced Solutions division is seeking a Mission Director onboard the SBX-1 platform within the PCAOM AOR.

Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Deconflicts satellites and space corridors with the Unified Space Vault (USV) and coordinates with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to establish Notice to Airmen (NOTAM) for Radiation Hazard (RADHAZ) keep out zones.
  • Works in close concert with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA), the 100th Brigade and the 49th Battalion to execute test procedures detailed in the Integrated Master Test Plan (IMTP).
  • Ensures transitions to and from test and operational baseline configurations as required.
  • Supports the BMD Asset Management process through BMDS Operational Schedule (BOS) and Weekly Activity Message (WAM) preparation, integrating relevant radar operations and radar maintenance activities.
  • Coordinates platform system maintenance that has the potential of impacting radar performance and ensures that recovery times can be met for the appropriate Readiness Condition (REDCON).
  • Conducts operational reporting in accordance with PACFLT OPORD 201, and directly communicates with Warfighters, government agencies and test organizations via radio, telephone, message, email or chat.
  • Synergizes SBX-1 payloads in support of the Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS) mission execution of both test and real world contingency operations, maintenance planning and authorization, vessel movements, shipyard planning, crew rotation scheduling, material movements, and test event coordination.
  • Responsible for establishing and maintaining contact with Government agencies to integrate, facilitate, and de-conflict vessel movements, satellite availability, asset status, increase in REDCON, and areas of operation.
  • Coordinates SBX-1 radar operations, de-conflicting operations, obtaining permissions, executing checklist, coordinating safety precautions, vessel conditions, monitoring radar operations, and returning to normal vessel operations.
  • Participates in test event planning; dynamic vessel positioning; coordinating test schedules; preparing inputs for test plans; reviewing test plans and procedures; conducting test events; processing of test event personnel and equipment; and preparing formal reports.

Required Qualifications:

  • 10 years of experience working in an Operational Environment supporting military missions.
  • Active SECRET clearance
  • Experience deconflicting schedules in a complex operating environment and many different organizations.
  • Excellent written communication, interpersonal, problem-solving, analytical, mathematical, and organizational skills. Ability to effectively manage competing priorities is a must. Applicants must be able to work well alone and as part of a team.
  • Leadership and mentoring experience with proven results.
  • Experience working in a maritime environment.

Desired Qualifications:

  • A Bachelor's degree in a related field is desired.
  • Experience performing in a deployed remote work environment for extended periods of time.

Physical Requirements

  • Must not be hindered by motion sickness and must pass/maintain Maritime Medical Exam IAW CENTCOM Mod 15 requirements.
  • Must be able to balance, bend, lift up to 35 pounds, crouch, stretch, and kneel.
  • Must be able to climb up to 10 flights of stairs regularly.
  • Cannot be afraid of confined spaces.
  • Cannot be afraid of heights.

This position is contingent upon contract award and funding. However, the following initial incentives that will remain confidential are being offered to secure the best qualified applicants with the best experience to the benefit of the Government that commit to the position prior to contract award.

  • $500.00 Signed Commitment Letter Bonus - Following a successful and accelerated selection process for the position that will occur NLT June 2023, we will reserve the position by providing the best qualified applicant a commitment letter and pay that applicant $1K within 45-days. Should the contract not be awarded and/or the selected applicant not be available, there will be no requirement to repay this bonus.
  • $10K Contract Award Bonus - As an additional effort of commitment to this pre-award selected applicant, we will pay a contract award bonus of $10K within 45 days of the candidates start date with our company.






Equal Opportunity Employer – minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

 

Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
10+ years
Required Security Clearance
Secret
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