Anti-Submarine Tactical Controller (ASTAC)
Lucayan Technology
- Kekaha, HI
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Participates in pre-operational planning meetings and briefings to gather detailed information in support of mission requirements.
- Interfaces with government counterparts and other Koa Lani elements to determine operational scenarios.
- Operates and interprets radar display devices, NTDS consoles and computer workstation to control aircraft.
- Uses established communication procedures and brevity codes in the control of aircraft.
- Performs ASTAC, RCC, and ICC duties when required.
- Performs aerial target coordinator functions when required.
- Operates at remote Electronic Warfare (EW) sites to coordinate aircraft during EW events.
- Performs other duties as assigned by Supervisor.
- Primarily general office environment.
- Will periodically operate in remote rough terrain areas during both day and night EW operations.
- Must be able to carry portable field radio in rough terrain during remote site EW operations.
- Lifting. Pushing, and pulling of 25-50 lbs.
- Work positions requirements: walking, standing, sitting, crawling, kneeling or cramped. Work requiring repeated stooping or frequent climbing.
- Working environment activities: Customer contact, extended workday, confined work area, and office laboratory.
- High School or equivalent.
- Must satisfactorily complete the ASTAC course conducted at fleet training activities designated by the Chief of Naval Education and Training (CNET) prior to assignment as an ASTAC.
- Three years-experience in controlling fixed wing aircraft and helicopter is required.
- Prior to assignment to the ASTAC position, the individual must be qualified in accordance with OPNAVINST 1211.2 Series.
- Additional certification must also be obtained in accordance with provisions of PMRFINST 3722.1 prior to controlling aircraft without supervision.
- Must demonstrate knowledge of aircraft control procedures, basic radar theory, radio transmission procedures, terrain familiarity and aircraft capabilities/limitations and requirements for flight safety.
- Must possess the following PC skills: Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and Access
- Can easily control multiple fixed wing aircraft and helicopter in live or simulated operations.
- ASTAC Course OPNAVINST 1211.s series quals PMRINST 3722.1 Certs
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret US Government Clearance. Note: US Citizenship is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance. Applicants selected either must currently possess a Secret clearance or will be subject to a US Government Security Investigation and must meet eligibility requirements to obtain clearance prior to commencement of employment and maintain a security clearance for access to classified information or Closed/Restricted Areas throughout duration of employment.