Photographer IV - ATSS Temporary

Job Code:2024:0409-038

Location:Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD

FT/PT Status:Full Time

Business Sector:Test Range Operations

Job Description

This is a temporary assignment. Serves as a subject matter expert (SME) and directs less experienced personnel to perform a variety of tasks associated with technical work within the Plans and Operations Directorate, providing photographic technical advice and set up for a variety of test operations and similar type tasks across the Command. May support operations at various sites or may be assigned to a specific test facility or program. Duties and Responsibilities * Responsible for leading and providing technical advice and assistance to lower-level photographers. * Requires the ability to select and adapt established methods, procedures and techniques in the performance of standardized or prescribed assignments and follows standard work methods on recurring assignments. * Receives initial instructions, equipment requirements, and advice from the supervisor or engineer as needed and performs recurring work independently. * Work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions and is subject to a review of the technical adequacy of all work. * Actively participates to ensure personal safety, team safety, visitor safety, and end user safety in accordance with policy, standard operating procedures, and locally identified hazard mitigation requirements. * Work requires the use of protective equipment and clothing. * Duties may include but will not to be limited to development of project plans, outlines procedures and issues, identifies long and short-term goals and objectives; gathers data, analyzes and assists in interpreting data and reports. * Coordinates issues pertaining to compliance and corrective actions, determines the use of special-purpose cameras and related equipment for assignments. * Conceives and plans the technical photographic effects desired by operating officials and discusses modifications and improvements to their original ideas in light of the potential and limits of the equipment; improvises photographic methods and techniques or selects and alters secondary photographic features (e.g., scenes, backgrounds, colors, lighting). Typical examples of equipment that require set up and use include specialized still and video cameras, airborne systems, single or dual camera multiple high-speed imaging systems, electronic timing and triggering devices, complicated timing and triggering equipment; precise photographic measurement and control equipment; synchronized stroboscopic (interval) light sources, and/or timed electronic triggering; and arranges and uses cameras operating at several thousand frames per second. * Uses mathematical image analysis software to provide 2- dimensional scoring of impact locations, calculate pitch, yaw, and velocity of various test projectiles. * Responsible for the live streaming of test data to internal and external locations.

Qualifications

Pay Rate: $50.57/hr Required Skills and Qualifications * 5 yr. applicable experience; or at least 60 credit hours or an Associate’s Degree and 3 yr. applicable experience; or 30 credit hours and 4 yr. applicable experience; or completion of a formal training program and 3 yr. applicable experience; or Bachelor’s Degree and 1 yr. applicable experience. * Specific Equipment Requirements for each Contractor Man Year Equivalent: 4x2 Cargo Van, Max payload 4,282, V6, rear door windows, back up camera (Chevrolet Express Cargo Van equivalent) suitable to transport personnel and equipment. Physical Qualifications * The work of this position is performed in the field where you are subject to the environment and sometimes in an environmentally controlled office environment. * Must be capable of sitting and entering data on a computer keyboard for extended periods of time. * Must be able to view computer monitor for extended periods of time. * Must be capable of lifting 50 lbs. unassisted. * Must be able to climb ladders safely. * Must be capable of kneeling, squatting, bending and standing while performing duties. * Must be able to distinguish colors. * Must be able to wear appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) for work tasks assigned. * Reasonable accommodation can be made to enable people with disabilities to perform the duties and responsibilities. Terms of Employment & Eligibility Requirements * Must be a U.S. Citizen. * Must possess a high school diploma or equivalent. * Must possess a valid driver's license, without special restrictions. * Must pass a pre-employment drug screening and physical and periodic retests. * Must be able to successfully complete a background check. * Must possess or be able to obtain a security clearance prior to employment and maintain security clearance for the duration of employment. Closing Date: May 29, 2024 The above are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in this position. TRAX International reserves the right to make changes to the job description whenever necessary.

Other Job Information (if applicable)

TRAX is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace that values and supports contributions of all individuals. TRAX is an equal opportunity employer of minorities, females, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, familial status, pregnancy, ancestry, national origin, handicap, gender identity or expression, protected genetic information, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.