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Casual Radar Operator
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What they do
A Transportation Traffic Controller monitors vehicle movement at airports, seaports, rail yards and stations, and large distribution centers. Monitors the takeoff and landing routes and schedules for airplanes at a commercial airport or military airbase. Coordinates the movement of large merchant vessels or cruise ships in and out of port.
$107,202 / year median in Alabama
+1% projected growth
Job Description
Casual Radar Operator
Amentum
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Huntsville, Alabama
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CONTRACTOR
Updated 09/01/2026
Job Description
Job Summary
Amentum is seeking a Radar Systems Operator for the Space Force Range Contract
This is a remote overseas assignment on Ascension Island, South Atlantic Ocean, in support of 24/7, special test and launch operations with no family accommodations. Benefits of this unique location include free housing, three meals a day, potential for overseas tax incentives, 24-hour gym access, tennis, racquetball & basketball courts, pool, fishing, hiking, beautiful beaches, scuba diving, team sports and more!
Essential Functions
Operates instrumentation, communication and test equipment
Analyzes radar tracking equipment and system problems to resolution and recommends revisions or adjusts and implements actions as approved
Maintains objective quality evidence, configuration documentation, property, logistics, supply, security, facility and classified accounts as required
Responsible for property inventory, control of supply parts and tools
Assists systems checks/calibrations
Tracks, collects and maintains data associated with customer and calibration requirements
Maintains station logs, equipment logs, documentation and records
Completes assigned training and assist with the training of others to ensure optimal availability of qualified personnel for daily operations and launch support
Supports routine test operations, checkouts and modifications
Minimum Qualifications
Ability to rotate shifts from day to night on a regular basis and work extended shifts up to 12 hours as needed (may work continually on night shift)
High School Diploma required
Associate's Degree in Electronic Technology, or two-year technical school, preferred
0 - 2 years of large-scale instrumentation operations or maintenance experience
Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel spreadsheets
Basic understanding and experience working on standard electronics test equipment such as Oscilloscopes, Frequency Counters, Pulse Generators, and analog/digital meters, preferred
Experience working with property control, logistics and quality standards, preferred
Radar operations/maintenance experience, preferred
Ability to move, transport, install and position equipment weighing up to 50 pounds Ability to ascend/descend and traverse work areas at heights of 20 feet or more Ability to respond quickly to sounds, including high pitches, and smells
Ability to drive manual transmission
The flexibility to work frequent non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements
Must be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship
Valid U.S. Driver's License
Valid U.S. passport or ability to obtain one within 60 days of hire
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