{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"90d06ac9ef4f1d995f1f852d","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90d06ac9ef4f1d995f1f852d","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90d06ac9ef4f1d995f1f852d","title":"Command Destruct (CT) Operations Controller Senior 3170","description":"Ready to launch your career? Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.\n\nAs an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining, and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!\n\nThis position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.\n\nThis position is not eligible for telecommuting.\n\nEssential Functions\nOperate and maintain command transmitter (CT) mission equipment at, CT-1, 3, 4, and 5, and (e.g., Central Command System (CCS), antenna systems, high power transmitters, signal generators, Fiber optic modems, heat exchangers, and all consoles).\nResponsible for communicating directly with the Mission Flight Control Officer (MFCO), Mission Control Supervisor (MCS), and all supporting CT sites day of launch to ensure missile flight termination capability.\nPerform all maintenance, equipment/system status reporting, configuration control and logistics duties in accordance with RGNext contract standards.\nTroubleshoot electronic hardware to component level, and perform repairs in accordance with technical orders, maintenance manuals and schematics.\nOperate oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and specialty RF test equipment in support of maintenance and troubleshooting of all CT systems.\nDocument all corrective and preventative maintenance using the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).\nPerform daily operations and launch support activities according to standardized checklists and work instructions. Control all aspects of system. documentation/procedures and update them as required.\nReview, update and execute all critical launch documentation to include; Operations Directives (OD’s), Range Safety Operational Requirements (RSOR), Integrated Countdown Document (ICD), and Data Distribution Listing (DDL).\nSchedule operations and forecast schedule for operations and maintenance daily for all CT systems.\nConduct training operations and maintenance for all CT systems.\nComplete assigned training in a timely manner to establish a level of proficiency and certification essential for mission support.\nAdhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety and security.\nPerforming other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Skills\nAbility to work in a high stress/fast paced environment and be able to react immediately to rapidly changing conditions to protect the safety of VSFB and surrounding communities.\nGood analytical and problem-solving skills.\nProficient at troubleshooting and repairing electronic hardware and associated support equipment.\nProficient in reading schematics and logic circuitry diagrams.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent multitasking skills.\n\nRequired Experience\nAssociate’s degree in electronic technology or related field, technical school training or equivalent military experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nSeven or more (7+) years related operator/maintenance experience and/or training or five (5) years’ experience as 8U Technician Sr. on the LISC contract with demonstrated performance through completed Enterprise Qualified Requirement (EQRs) specific to the work center that are significant to operational support as determined by management. Other applicable assessments may be considered if work center does not support EQR’s.\nCertified in operating the Antenna Positioning System and Console at all VSFB sites.\nProficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)\n\nAdditional Eligibility Qualifications\nAbility to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to climb to heights of 35’.\nThe flexibility to travel and work at multiple (VSFB) Vandenberg Space Force Base locations and the occasional requirement to travel to Pillar Point AFS to support ops or maintenance.\nThe flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship.\nValid U.S. Driver’s License required.\n\nBenefits of Working at RGNext\nRGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.\n\nThe hourly rate for this role is determined by a Collective Bargaining Unit and ranges from $33.93 - $42.34. RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills, and knowledge.\n\nNote: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.\nRGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. 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Be part of the next generation of access to space at one of the World’s Premier Gateways to Space! RGNext employees open portals to space by providing operation and sustainment of mission-critical systems that launch and track Department of Defense, civil, commercial, and international space launch rockets! We also provide U.S. defense and space awareness through ballistic missile testing, guided weapon and aeronautical tests and experiments to defend the United States to ensure our nation’s safety.\n\nAs an RGNext employee, you will join a team of smart, creative, and highly motivated employees who take pride in their work and in the mission and who enjoy developing, sustaining, and delivering world class solutions! If you are seeking to work in a dynamic environment and want to be part of the World’s Premier Gateway to Space, this may be the opportunity you’ve been looking for!\n\nThis position is located at Vandenberg Space Force Base, California.\n\nThis position is not eligible for telecommuting.\n\nEssential Functions\nOperate and maintain command transmitter (CT) mission equipment at, CT-1, 3, 4, and 5, and (e.g., Central Command System (CCS), antenna systems, high power transmitters, signal generators, Fiber optic modems, heat exchangers, and all consoles).\nResponsible for communicating directly with the Mission Flight Control Officer (MFCO), Mission Control Supervisor (MCS), and all supporting CT sites day of launch to ensure missile flight termination capability.\nPerform all maintenance, equipment/system status reporting, configuration control and logistics duties in accordance with RGNext contract standards.\nTroubleshoot electronic hardware to component level, and perform repairs in accordance with technical orders, maintenance manuals and schematics.\nOperate oscilloscopes, multi-meters, and specialty RF test equipment in support of maintenance and troubleshooting of all CT systems.\nDocument all corrective and preventative maintenance using the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS).\nPerform daily operations and launch support activities according to standardized checklists and work instructions. Control all aspects of system. documentation/procedures and update them as required.\nReview, update and execute all critical launch documentation to include; Operations Directives (OD’s), Range Safety Operational Requirements (RSOR), Integrated Countdown Document (ICD), and Data Distribution Listing (DDL).\nSchedule operations and forecast schedule for operations and maintenance daily for all CT systems.\nConduct training operations and maintenance for all CT systems.\nComplete assigned training in a timely manner to establish a level of proficiency and certification essential for mission support.\nAdhere to established policies and procedures pertaining to job site safety and security.\nPerforming other duties as assigned.\n\nRequired Skills\nAbility to work in a high stress/fast paced environment and be able to react immediately to rapidly changing conditions to protect the safety of VSFB and surrounding communities.\nGood analytical and problem-solving skills.\nProficient at troubleshooting and repairing electronic hardware and associated support equipment.\nProficient in reading schematics and logic circuitry diagrams.\nExcellent oral and written communication skills.\nExcellent multitasking skills.\n\nRequired Experience\nAssociate’s degree in electronic technology or related field, technical school training or equivalent military experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.\nSeven or more (7+) years related operator/maintenance experience and/or training or five (5) years’ experience as 8U Technician Sr. on the LISC contract with demonstrated performance through completed Enterprise Qualified Requirement (EQRs) specific to the work center that are significant to operational support as determined by management. Other applicable assessments may be considered if work center does not support EQR’s.\nCertified in operating the Antenna Positioning System and Console at all VSFB sites.\nProficient in Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook)\n\nAdditional Eligibility Qualifications\nAbility to lift, push, pull and carry up to 50 lbs.\nAbility to climb to heights of 35’.\nThe flexibility to travel and work at multiple (VSFB) Vandenberg Space Force Base locations and the occasional requirement to travel to Pillar Point AFS to support ops or maintenance.\nThe flexibility to work non-duty hours or on weekends to support specific project or mission requirements.\nMust be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret Security Clearance, which includes U.S. citizenship.\nValid U.S. Driver’s License required.\n\nBenefits of Working at RGNext\nRGNext offers our team of experienced, professional employees an environment of challenging, stimulating and personally and professionally rewarding career opportunities and growth. Employees enjoy a robust benefit package on day one, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurances, generous Paid Time Off and holiday pay, a retirement savings plan with a company match and vesting on day one! Other benefits include flexible scheduling, access to on-base fitness centers and recreational facilities and more! We are committed to providing employees a quality work/life balance while embracing a community of diverse and strategic backgrounds in a productive, evolving environment.\n\nThe hourly rate for this role is determined by a Collective Bargaining Unit and ranges from $33.93 - $42.34. RGNext considers several factors when extending an offer for employment, including but not limited to, the role and associated responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, education/training and preferred skills, and knowledge.\n\nNote: This job description describes the general nature of the duties and requirements of the job. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list or to limit the supervisor's ability to modify work assignments as appropriate.\nRGNext is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected class.","datePosted":"2026-04-12T20:21:59.725Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T20:21:59.725Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Range Generation Next","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Travis Air Force Base","addressRegion":"CA","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"90d06ac9ef4f1d995f1f852d"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/90d06ac9ef4f1d995f1f852d"}}