> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/2038471-combat-system-technician-_ssds](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/2038471-combat-system-technician-_ssds). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Combat System Technician _SSDS - **Company:** R&P Technologies, LLC - **Location:** Pascagoula, MS, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Command-Line Interface, Linux, Software Configuration Management, System Testing, Cisco Discovery Protocol, SC Clearance - **Published:** August 12, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88006938/1 ## About the Role R&P is looking for a professional who wants to join our team. We are a mid-sized defense contractor providing Engineering, Logistics, Program Management and Technical Services to government clients. Seeking a Combat Systems/SSDS test engineer to support the PMS 377 LPD program in a fast-paced, dynamic environment., * Requires familiarity with test equipment such as, Oscilloscopes, Multimeters, and Phase Sequence Indicators. * Prior experience with LPD Platform Auxiliary Test and Evaluation experience is a plus. * ACAT Level I and II LPD program experience of at least 5 plus years. * Navy Class A/C school experience is preferred. * Secret clearance. * Ability to stand, walk, and perform repetitive bending, stretching, twisting, and reaching for extended periods (up to 8 hours) without undue fatigue. * Capacity to lift, carry, push, or pull up to 40 pounds (or as specified by the employer) with or without assistance, and to move heavy materials and equipment safely. * Muscular strength and endurance to support the body for long periods without fatigue, including using core and lower back muscles to maintain balance and posture ## Description + Provides on-site combat systems engineering and technical support for SSDS and associated combat system interfaces. + Assesses combat system installation and integration progress. + Conducts initial combat system light-off activities, including power, connectivity, operability, reliability, and safety verification. + Conducts combat system testing in direct support of the Government Test Team. + Validates, monitors, and troubleshoots SSDS Program Load Baselines in relation to hardware/software configuration and capabilities/limitations. + Requires understanding and operability of Linux-based command line/tooling, networking/processing equipment, Cyber/Information Assurance compliance, and radar (e.g. SPY6) interfacing. + Supports in verifying shipbuilder compliance requirements for SSDS and associated combat systems and providing technical recommendations as needed to the Government. + Conducts ship checks, supports ship trials, and participates in combat system certification and readiness events. + Supports system readiness evaluations and tracks deficiency identification and correction through trial cards, Contract Deficiency Reports (CDRs), and related documentation. + Reviews Contract Data Requirement Lists (CDRLs) and related technical deliverables for accuracy and implementation against combat system test and integration requirements. + Provides technical management support and design/configuration review for the shipbuilder and government representatives. ## Related Videos - [How To Test A Ball of Mud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/173-how-to-test-a-ball-of-mud) - [Docker network without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1418-docker-network-without-docker) - [Security Pitfalls for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/726-security-pitfalls-for-software-engineers) - [How I Built QA from Scratch in a Scaling Startup - no fluff real life story](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2041-how-i-built-qa-from-scratch-in-a-scaling-startup-no-fluff-real-life-story) - [Automated MS SQL Server database deployments with dacpacs and Azure DevOps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/334-automated-ms-sql-server-database-deployments-with-dacpacs-and-azure-devops) - [Docker exec without Docker](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1094-docker-exec-without-docker) ## Related Articles - [Dev Digest 134 - Where pixels sing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/477-dev-digest-134-where-pixels-sing) - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Dev Digest 162: AI careers, MCP, AWS best practices & floppy sweaters](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/571-dev-digest-162-ai-careers-mcp-aws-best-practices-floppy-sweaters) - [Dev Digest 182: GPT5 Prompts, MCP Vulnerabilities, Code Traps](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/622-dev-digest-182-gpt5-prompts-mcp-vulnerabilities-code-traps) - [The 8 Best Code Testing Tools](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/402-the-8-best-code-testing-tools) - [Dev Digest 114 - DOS and Donts](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/426-dev-digest-114-dos-and-donts)