Applications and Range Systems Manager

The Applications and Range Systems Manager is responsible for leading all software applications development, business systems support, and real-time range systems administration for the Atlantic Undersea Test and Evaluation Center (AUTEC). This role integrates technical leadership, project management, cybersecurity compliance, and hands-on oversight of both enterprise and range mission systems. The manager will supervise software developers, network/system administrators, and range systems personnel to ensure reliable, secure, and mission-ready operations. This is an on-site position based on Andros Island, The Bahamas. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Security Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). Essential Responsibilities: Leadership & Management Provide technical and administrative leadership to the Applications Development and Range Systems teams. Oversee workload distribution, performance management, and training for developers, system administrators, and network/range support personnel. Coordinate with other AUTEC departments, government customers, and management to ensure systems and software meet mission requirements. Manage multi-disciplinary project implementations involving software, servers, networks, and real-time range systems. Applications & Software Oversight Direct design, development, deployment, and maintenance of AUTEC business and operational applications built using Microsoft Visual Studio, , C#, .NET 4.8, and .NET Core. Provide architectural guidance for application modernization, including migrations from .NET 4.8 to .NET Core. Ensure secure coding practices and compliance with DoD Information Assurance requirements. Oversee configuration management, source code control, code reviews, testing, documentation, and release management. Support integration, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement of AUTEC’s software ecosystem. Range Systems & Real-Time Environment Support Provide leadership and strategic guidance for configuration management, quality assurance, and software distribution in AUTEC’s real-time operational environment. Responsible for ensuring Real-Time applications remain fully available and mission-ready at all times. Support real-time mission operations, including periodic 24-hour on-call availability during critical range events. Ensure documentation, requirements specifications, and system test plans are developed and maintained for all range systems. Serve as escalation point for troubleshooting range software, system failures, and customer-reported issues. Cybersecurity & Compliance Ensure compliance with DoD IA requirements across all applications and range systems. Maintain required security forms, logs, and documentation supporting secure facilities and systems. Administrative Responsibilities Maintain property control tracking, perform office safety/security inspections, and manage required administrative actions for IT secure spaces. Perform other job-related duties as assigned. Minimum Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline; or equivalent experience. 10+ years of progressive IT enterprise experience including software development, systems administration, or range/mission system support; or 2+ years of direct management experience. CompTIA Security+ CE (required). Must have strong experience with Microsoft Windows, and enterprise server/network environments. Must be skilled in MS Office especially creating and modifying Excel sheets with complex functions. Demonstrated experience in leading technical teams and managing multi-disciplinary IT projects. Strong communication, analytical, and problem-solving abilities. Must be able to reside in a remote location with limited medical facilities. Valid passport and driver’s license required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret U.S. Government Clearance (U.S. Citizenship required). Preferred Qualifications: Experience with AUTEC real-time systems or similar DoD test-range systems. Technical certifications such as CCNA, Microsoft, Linux+, Project+, A+. Experience with software QA, testing procedures, and documentation. Experience with CI/CD, Git/GitLab, Agile development methodologies Experience leading teams in remote or austere operating environments.