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Job Title: Technical Advisor (Navy SURTASS)

Description Summary

SURTASS provides an on-demand, mobile, and active/passive maritime surveillance capability in support of Joint and Naval Task Force commanders via towed acoustic sensor systems. The ships and installed SURTASS mission equipment are designed for extended duration and independent operations in remote geographic areas. Thus, self-sufficiency in operations and maintenance is an important mission objective. It is intended that operations and maintenance be performed on board vessels and in depot maintenance facilities with the objective of maximizing operational readiness.

This position is for a future opportunity that is expected to be awarded in 2026

Join GDIT as a Field Technician for a career where your growth is just as important as the mission you support. The SURTASS Technical Advisor shall:

• Supervise and coordinate all shipboard requirements.
• Manage the performance of their crew of O&M Technician Crewmembers.
• Submit required reports in accordance with this SOW, the SURTASS SOP, and other directives.
• Serve as the senior contractor onboard the ship supporting IOSC and the contractor.

WHAT YOU'LL NEED TO SUCCEED

Education

Associate Degree in Computer Science, Electronics Technology, or be a graduate of US Navy electronics “C” school or equivalent civilian electronics technical school (Curriculum: maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of VME computers, digital computers, microprocessors or peripheral/interface equipment, networks, communications system, navigation system and/or sonar system).

• Experience: 4+ years of related experience

Desired Professional Experience

• Four (4) years' experience of practical hands‑on experience in the operations, maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of secure networks and communications systems, navigation systems, and sonar systems.
• Seven (7) years' professional experience in operations management. Experience with SURTASS mission systems is highly desired.
• Five (5) years' experience managing personnel

Required Certifications

DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (i.e., Sec+ CE, Other)

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI (TS/SCI)

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• As a Field Tech/Engineer, the work you'll do at GDIT will be impactful to the mission of US NAVY.
• You will play a crucial role and will have an impact on the customer's mission.
• Collaborate with a highly talented team to achieve the mission.

GDIT IS YOUR PLACE

• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off.
• Professional growth opportunities including paid education and certifications.
• Growth: AI‑powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities.
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals.
• Community: Award‑winning culture of innovation and a military‑friendly workplace.

OWN YOUR OPPORTUNITY

Explore a career at GDIT and you'll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your ambition to deliver your best work.

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Salary and Benefit Information

The likely salary range for this position is $93,500 - $126,500. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Rather, salary will be set based on experience, geographic location and possibly contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

About Our Work

We are GDIT. A global technology and professional services company that delivers technology and mission services to every major agency across the U.S. government, defense and intelligence community. Our 30,000 experts extract the power of technology to create immediate value and deliver solutions at the edge of innovation. We operate across over 50 countries worldwide, offering leading capabilities in digital modernization, AI/ML, cloud, cyber and application development. Together with our customers, we strive to create a safer, smarter world by harnessing the power of deep expertise and advanced technology.

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