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PTL Geospatial Tracking Specialist

ManTech International Corporation
Arlington, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/22/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/14/2025

Description & Requirements

Transform the future of federal services with ManTech! Join a vibrant, diverse team committed to enhancing national security and public services through innovative tech. Since 1968, we've partnered with Federal Civilian sectors to deliver impactful solutions. Engage in exciting projects in Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, IT, Data Analytics and more. Ignite your career and drive change. Your journey starts now-innovate and excel with ManTech!

Currently, ManTech is seeking a motivated, career and customer-oriented PTL Geospatial Tracking Specialist III to join our team in the Northern Virginia area.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to :

  • The Level 3 Geospatial Tracking Specialist (GTS3) is a Personnel Tracking and Locating (PTL) professional, having spent at least 1 year as a GTS2 to master the technical and operational aspects of standing watch and passed the Level 3 Geospatial Tracking Specialist exam.
  • The GTS3 stands watch at the PTL desk in the DSCC or STOC.
  • This consists of employing a complex software and hardware system in order to track the movements of American Diplomatic Missions worldwide.
  • Blends the information provided through the PTL system with his / her knowledge of the missions at hand and with other intelligence pertaining to the mission or region in order to have the best possible situational awareness during every shift.
  • The GTS3 is responsible for reporting emergency activations and other anomalies to the designated government personnel; analyzing and disseminating intelligence information from various sources; and Employing Geospatial tools to create information products in support of customer requests.
  • The GTS3 must provide support to Geospatial Tracking Specialists on duty worldwide when they experience technical difficulties.
  • GTS3 personnel are also assigned to be ON-CALL for emergency support and must hold themselves to a high standard to meet this responsibility on and off-duty.
  • Trains PTL personnel and external personnel on use of PTL tracking devices and PTL tracking software.
  • This will also entail training GTS1 and GTS2 co-workers to a higher degree of technical and operational capability.

Minimum Qualifications :

  • The Level 3 Geospatial Tracking Specialist must demonstrate a mastery of technical skills, and provides all levels of technical support for the PTL software, hardware, Crypto, and Satellite communications gear at his / her station.
  • Must be able to build out an entire PTL workstation from the factory boxes and can install a full PTL station anywhere in the world.
  • The GTS3 must have moderate technical skills (Microsoft products, PC basics, hardware basics); operational, operational support, or emergency management experience; and professional bearing, appearance, and verbal communication skills.
  • Must possess a mastery of PTL Tracking Devices (nomenclature, setup, troubleshooting); a demonstrated mastery of Department of State Protective Operations; an expert level of experience with satellite technology and cryptographic key loaders; experience with DoD / DOS COPs such as WINTAK, ARES, RAPTOR-X, and GOTHAM; and subject matter expertise with cellular tracking applications such as BMA, HARRIER, NEXGEN, ATAK, ITAK, and VERSA.
  • Must have passed the Level 3 Geospatial Tracking Specialist exam.
  • Required to travel OCONUS for training, surge support, and to provide short term backfill for overseas Geospatial Tracking Specialist positions.
  • OCONUS travel may include critical threat locations around the world with austere living conditions.
  • Annual travel estimation is 25%.
  • Preferred Qualifications :

  • Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination.
  • Clearance Requirements :

  • Must possess an active Top Secret security clearance with immediate eligibility to be granted access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
  • Physical Requirements :

  • Must be able to remain in a stationary position 75%.
  • Recognizes differences between colors, shades and brightness on computer or TV monitors
  • Memorizes and recites 6-character strings.
  • Communicates with co-workers, management and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
  • ManTech International Corporation, as well as its subsidiaries proactively fulfills its role as an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

    If you are a qualified individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a position with ManTech through its online applicant system, please email us at careers@mantech.com and provide your name and contact information.

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