JT4, LLC provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force, Space Force, and Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. JT4 develops and maintains realistic, integrated test and training environments and prepares our nation's war-fighting aircraft, weapons systems, and aircrews for today's missions and tomorrow's global challenges.
JT4, LLC is looking for a Section Supervisor in the Cybersecurity department. The position will assist in leading the daily duties to include: assessing, developing and implementing programs and controls set in place to help increase cybersecurity within our company. The Section Supervisor will be detail-oriented, have great problem-solving and analytical skills, along with excellent communication ability to collaborate with government counterparts.
**An ideal candidate will have an active Secret clearance**
**This position is located at China Lake and is not eligible for telework**
JOB DUTIES - ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
The incumbent performs a variety of supervisory/management tasks involved in supervising work efforts of personnel assigned to a shop or work unit.
Employee will be responsible to perform the following functions/duties:
- Supervises the performance of work performed by employees assigned to the shop or work unit
- Sets employee work schedules and accounts for time worked by section employees
- Explains or interprets company policy to subordinates
- Evaluates and documents employee performance
- Makes recommendations on wage actions
- Interviews and makes related hiring recommendations on prospective employees when unit vacancies occur
- Contributes to the development of operations/expense budgets for the group and controls costs and resources accordingly
- Provides point of contact (POC) with company technical employees, managers and customer representatives
- Performs other related supervisory tasks and duties as directed.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Must have familiarity with NAWCWD/NAVAIR China Lake Ranges Department's organizational policies, procedures and overall operations workflow (at least 1 or more years in any role supporting Range IT Infrastructure).
- Must have at least 1 year or more experience working within the J-Tech II Annex 4 Cybersecurity department (supporting the CLR Enterprise Security Team (DB1360M)), in support of China Lake Range Accreditation packages
REQUIREMENTS - EDUCATION, TECHNICAL, AND WORK EXPERIENCE
The incumbent must possess a base knowledge sufficient to oversee the performance of technically diverse tasks assigned to the Shop. Must have interpersonal skills sufficient to interface with effectively direct subordinates. This knowledge and these skills may be obtained by graduation from a two to four-year technical institute or college, or possess equivalent formal technical training or military equivalent and two (2) or more years of experience in a directly related technical working environment.
In addition, a Section Supervisor I must possess the following qualifications:
- Must have an in-depth working knowledge of the technical concepts, principles and requirements associated with the work unit
- Must have a practical knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices sufficient to perform as an effective supervisor
SALARY
The expected salary range for this position is $85,946 to $120,000 annually.
Note: The salary range offered for this position is a good faith description of the expected salary range this role will pay. JT4, LLC considers factors such as (but not limited to) responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.
BENEFITS
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
- Benefits Active on Day 1
- Life Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts/FSA's
- Disability Insurance
- Paid Time Off
- 401(k) Plan Options with Employer Match
- JT4 will match 50% up to an 8% contribution
- 100% Immediate Vesting
- Tuition Reimbursement
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES
Each employee must read, understand, and implement the general and specific operational, safety, quality, and environmental requirements of all plans, procedures, and policies pertaining to their job.
WORKING CONDITIONS
This position involves work typical of an office environment with no unusual hazards. There is occasional lifting (up to 30 pounds), constant sitting and use of a computer terminal, constant use of sight abilities while writing, reviewing, and editing documents, constant use of speech/hearing abilities for communication, and constant mental alertness. The incumbent must possess planning/organizing skills and must be able to work under deadlines.
Duties are performed both indoors and outdoors. Outdoor duties may be performed on even or uneven surfaces, which may be dry or wet. Outdoor duties may be performed on gravel, or shingled roof. Climbing stairs, ladders, towers and scaffolds, indoors or outdoors is required. Government vehicle is used on an as needed basis. Grease or oil may be found on working surfaces. Ability to work in a field environment with some shift work, at remote locations with occasional overnight assignments. Travel to remote working locations required.
The foregoing conditions and physical requirements represent the general characteristics required to perform the essential functions for this job. In general, all positions may require standing, walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, bending, twisting, kneeling, crouching and crawling. Specific work assignments may include additional environmental conditions or physical requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of the job. These specific requirements will be detailed in the job posting. In addition, JT4 employees will only operate equipment that they have been fully trained on and/or certified to operate. If working in a training capacity, employees must be supervised at all times by a competent trained or certified company employee. Under no circumstances should employees use other employee's equipment without permission from their immediate supervisor or manager. Conversely, employees should not allow other JT4 employees or employees of another employer to use JT4 owned or assigned equipment without proof of training and approval of the shop manager.
DISCLAIMER
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by personnel assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of persons so classified.
Tasking is in support of a federal government contract that requires U.S. citizenship. Some jobs may require a candidate to be eligible for a government security clearance, state-issued driver's license or other licenses / certifications and the inability to obtain and maintain the required clearance, license or certification may affect an employee's ability to maintain employment.
SCC: JABO33; A4CLR
Skills Required
- U.S. citizenship (required for federal contract)
- Graduation from a two to four-year technical institute or college, or equivalent formal technical training or military equivalent
- Two or more years of experience in a directly related technical working environment
- Familiarity with NAWCWD/NAVAIR China Lake Ranges Department policies, procedures and operations workflow (at least 1 year supporting Range IT Infrastructure)
- Experience working within the J-Tech II Annex 4 Cybersecurity department supporting the CLR Enterprise Security Team (DB1360M) and China Lake Range Accreditation packages (at least 1 year)
- In-depth working knowledge of technical concepts, principles and requirements associated with the work unit
- Practical knowledge of company policies, procedures and practices sufficient to perform as an effective supervisor
- Supervisory or management experience (setting schedules, evaluating performance, hiring, budgeting)
- Ability to work on-site at China Lake, CA and perform occasional field work including overnight assignments
- Active Secret security clearance
JT4 Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan choices (including an HDHP with HSA), plus dental with orthodontia, vision, wellness programs, and FSAs/HSAs expand total rewards beyond base pay. Coverage breadth is emphasized as a compensation strength alongside stability.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Posted allowances include 3–5 weeks of paid leave by tenure, 80 hours of paid holidays, and 7 sick days for hourly roles. Generous stated PTO and holidays can materially enhance overall compensation value.
JT4 Insights
What We Do
JT4 provides engineering and technical support to multiple western test ranges for the U.S. Air Force and U.S. Navy under the Joint Range Technical Services Contract, better known as J-Tech II. Ranges supported by JT4 include the Nevada Test and Training Range (NTTR), the Space Test and Training Range (STTR) at Schriever Air Force Base, the Utah Test and Training Range (UTTR), the Air Force Test Center 412th Test Wing (412TW) at Edwards Air Force Base, and the Navy China Lake Ranges (CLR) including Pt. Mugu, California.
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