RAM New Hire Positions in El Paso, TX

Research Analysis and Maintenance, Inc. (RAM) was founded in El Paso, Texas during July 1982 and has matured into a financially stable, high technology company. The company maintains its corporate headquarters in El Paso with principal offices in Huntsville, Alabama, and Fort Hood, Texas. RAM has major operational elements located across the country in close proximity to our customers.

RAM has approximately 650 employees working at approximately 40 locations and 15 states throughout the United States and also owns a 20% share of the Combat Support Associates Joint Venture Partnership providing a full range of support services for U.S. and Allied Forces throughout Kuwait. This Joint Venture Partnership employs 8,500 in-country personnel supported by an additional 1,500 subcontractor personnel.

RAM provides professional support to the U.S. Government and private industry within two core business areas - information systems and technical services. We provide the complete spectrum of information systems services and support to meet our Government and corporate customers' needs. We have substantial networking and telecommunication and system/software engineering capability and experience permitting us to offer total life-cycle information system solutions. We also provide a broad range of technical services to our Department of Defense customers and have particularly strong credentials in research and analysis; developmental and operational testing; training development and implementation; threat systems; and operations and maintenance support services for ranges, training centers, and other major facilities.

With several principal offices across the United States, RAM offers a variety of job opportunities in most technical disciplines. For additional information, please contact our Human Resources Coordinator for Recruitment and Hiring via our website <www.ramincorp.com> or call 915-592-7047.

But the big news is that RAM is currently in the process of duplicating its business management functions here in the El Paso area. That means that RAM will be creating a separate accounting department and contracts management department to support one of our major contracts with the Army. We need to identify and hire a full set of qualified personnel by the mid-November 2009 to implement this major shift in the way that RAM manages the support of this contract.

Contracts Administration Staff	Contracts administration positions require a bachelor's degree with experience commensurate with the position being sought. Experience with Government contracts management and the Federal Acquisition Regulations is strongly desired.
Senior Contracts Manager	10 years experience supporting contracts with multiple delivery orders, products, and/or services. Contract costing methodologies for FFP, Cost Plus, and T&M types.
Contracts Specialist	5 years experience supporting contracts with multiple delivery orders, products, and/or services. (Paralegal may qualify.)

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Fort Bragg, NC

Operational Test Command

Come help us support the Department of Defense OTC effort! By working on one of our tests, you're directly contributing to the safety, efficiency, and efforts of US soldiers.

NEW! Functional Lead: (job is projected to last until August 15th, 2011) Salary is commensurate and competitive.

Requirements:

Required is a Bachelor's Degree from an accredited school. In certain cases, a high school diploma and work experience may substitute for education.

• Five (5) years of experience in operational testing
• Two (2) years of management experience
• Must have specific experience with Army Command and Control Systems (ABCS, FCS, FBCB2, BFT1).
• Must have operational test documentation/management experience

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the overall supervision of the test support contractor (TSC) team in the development, execution, and reporting of Operational Tests (OT).
• Develops contract responses and monitors test funds.
• Researches and gathers the required resources to develop essential test documentation and identify all support requirements.
• Assists in the conduct of review for collected data and the development and publication of accurate comprehensive test reports (TR).
• Interviews and selects personnel for employment, manages work schedules, verifies timesheets, and coordinates with other agencies for operational and logistical support.
• Responsible for logistics support, housing, and transportation at remote site locations.
• Coordinates the movement of TSC personnel from home station to remote sites.
• Responsible for training and certification of test team members.
• Serves as the TSC representative at meetings and site visits and briefs government test officers and other as needed.
• Prepares and submits weekly, monthly status reports and quarterly cost revisions as needed.
• Responds to changes in work schedules, overtime, and off-hour call-ins.
• Participates in formal, on-the-job, and cross training.

Due to test range demands, the incumbent must also be able to:

• Lift on an occasional basis a maximum of 50 pounds with frequent or constant lifting of 25 pounds
• Wear a Kevlar Helmet for one hour or more hours per work day
• Climb in and out of military vehicles and related equipment
• Work in all types of weather conditions to include intense heat, heavy wind, blowing sand, heavy rain, and snow and sleet
• Travel for extended periods (up to six months)
• Work varying shifts in a 24 hour period
• Respond to changes in work schedules, overtime, and off-hours call-ins
• Abide by all RAM and Range rules and regulations
• Maintain a safe work record

Security Clearance:

• Applicants may be required to undergo a background investigation in order to obtain a security clearance
• Must be able to obtain a CAC and LAN Access
• Must consent to drug testing; continued employment is contingent on satisfactory results of drug testing

Licenses:

• Valid State driver's license and car insurance for access to military installations and travel
• Eligible for and be able to obtain a U.S. Government motor vehicle operator's permit for assigned class of vehicle

Applying:

Please complete an application packet, then fax or e-mail it to us. You may e-mail hr@ramincorp.com for info and updates.

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.

You will not be considered or contacted for clarification if your first submission doesn't include all of the following:

• Application (3 pages) - requires initials, date, and signature
• Personnel Screening Questionnaire (1 page) - requires signature and date
• Contact Authorization (1 page) - requires initials and signature
• Data Collection Form (1 page)
• Resume
• DD214 ONLY IF you are former military

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NEW! Technical Writer: ($20.02 per hour + $3.35 health and welfare credit)

Requirements:

• Associate degree from an accredited college
• Associate degree in English or a related field is preferred.
• Two (2) years experience as a technical writer

Responsibilities:

• Under general supervision, the Technical Writer writes and edits technical reports, brochures, and/or manuals for internal documentation, customer reference, or publication. This person researches and analyzes available literature and verifies copy with appropriate departments, and may coordinate production and distribution of materials
• The Technical Writer I, revises or writes standardized material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instruction books, catalogs, and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment.
• This worker receives technical direction from supervisor or senior writer, notes or manuals containing operating procedures and details manufacturer's catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment.
• This writer may have access to blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail.
• This worker organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology, may maintain records and files of work and revisions, select photographs, drawings, sketches
• Assist in writing speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases
• Specializes in writing material regarding work methods and procedures.

Security:

• Applicants must be able to obtain a security clearance
• Must be able to obtain CAC and LAN access
• Must consent to drug testing; continued employment is contingent on satisfactory results of drug testing

Licenses:

• Valid State driver's license and car insurance for access to military installations and travel
• Eligible for and be able to obtain a U.S. Government motor vehicle operator's permit for assigned class of vehicle

Applying:

Please complete an application packet, then fax or e-mail it to us. You may e-mail hr@ramincorp.com for info and updates.

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.

You will not be considered or contacted for clarification if your first submission doesn't include all of the following:

• Application (3 pages) - requires initials, date, and signature
• Personnel Screening Questionnaire (1 page) - requires signature and date
• Contact Authorization (1 page) - requires initials and signature
• Data Collection Form (1 page)
• Resume
• DD214 ONLY IF you are former military

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NEW! Accounting Clerk III: ($13.48 per hour + $3.35 health and welfare credit)

Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Associate degree in Accounting or Business Administration is preferred.
• Three (3) years experience in accounting and clerical functions

The Accounting Clerk III maintains journals or subsidiary ledgers of an accounting system and balances and reconciles accounts. Typical duties include the following:

• Reviews invoices and statements verifying information
• Ensures sufficient funds have been obligated, and if questionable, resolves with the submitting unit determining accounts involved
• Codes transactions and processes material through data processing for application in the accounting system
• Analyzes and reconciles computer printouts with operating unit reports (contact units, research causes of discrepancies, and take action to ensure that accounts balance)
• Supervisor provides suggestions for handling unusual or non-recurring transactions
• Conformance with requirements and technical soundness of completed work are reviewed by the supervisor, or are controlled by mechanisms built into the accounting processes

Security Clearance:

• Applicants may be required to undergo a background investigation in order to obtain a security clearance
• Must be able to obtain a CAC and LAN Access
• Must consent to drug testing; continued employment is contingent on satisfactory results of drug testing

Licenses:

• Valid State driver's license and car insurance for access to military installations and travel
• Eligible for and be able to obtain a U.S. Government motor vehicle operator's permit for assigned class of vehicle

Applying:

Please complete an application packet, then fax or e-mail it to us. You may e-mail hr@ramincorp.com for info and updates.

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.

You will not be considered or contacted for clarification if your first submission doesn't include all of the following:

• Application (3 pages) - requires initials, date, and signature
• Personnel Screening Questionnaire (1 page) - requires signature and date
• Contact Authorization (1 page) - requires initials and signature
• Data Collection Form (1 page)
• Resume
• DD214 ONLY IF you are former military

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NEW! General Clerk I - Data Collector at Fort Riley, Kansas: (60 needed; local hires only at this time)

Important Notes:

• In addition to the $11.85 wage per hour, there is a health and welfare credit of $3.50 per hour worked added to pay.
• This is a temporary position, running from 7 September 2010 to 30 November 2010.
• You must be able to work 12-16 hour shifts outside, in all types of weather.
• You must be a US citizen.
• You must be able to pass a drug test, as well as be able to gain access to Fort Riley (i.e., have valid driver's license, etc.).
• You'll need a high school diploma or GED, and 1 year's worth of administrative, office or clerical work. Education can be substituted in many cases.

Duties will include supporting the Test Support Branch. Primary goals are:

• Observe actions of test participants and record observation
• Understand military terminology

Due to test range demands, the incumbent must also be able to:

• Work in a high pressure environment, and react to constant changes.
• Pass a pulmonary check, blood pressure check, and pulse check.
• Occasionally lift a max of 20 lbs. with frequent or constant lifting of 10 lbs.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Work varying shifts, often over 8 hours, and respond to call-ins.

Other typical duties may include:

• Follow clearly detailed, specific procedures in completing several repetitive clerical steps performed in a prescribed or slightly varied sequence, such as coding and filing documents in an extensive alphabetical file.
• Perform simple postings to individual accounts, open mail, and calculate and post charges to departmental accounts.
• Operate basic office equipment, such as a facsimile, multi-line phone/voicemail system, and minimal computer programs.
• Be able to use own judgment in choosing the proper procedure for each task.

Applying:

Please visit http:/www.ramincorp.com/careers.htm to view all job requirements, and to complete an application packet. Fax or e-mail the completed package to us. Phone calls are not accepted for this job, but you may e-mail hr@ramincorp.com for info and updates.

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.

You will not be considered or contacted for clarification if your first submission doesn't include all of the following:

• Application (3 pages) - requires initials, date, and signature
• Personnel Screening Questionnaire (1 page) - requires signature and date
• Contact Authorization (1 page) - requires initials and signature
• Data Collection Form (1 page)
• Resume
• DD214 ONLY IF you are former military

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NEW! General Clerk II at Fort Riley, Kansas: (20 needed; local hires only at this time)

Important Notes:

• In addition to the $12.94 wage per hour, there is a health and welfare credit of $3.50 per hour worked added to pay.
• This is a temporary position, running from 7 September 2010 to 30 November 2010.
• You must be able to work 12-16 hour shifts outside, in all types of weather.
• You must be a US citizen.
• You must be able to pass a drug test, as well as be able to gain access to Fort Riley (i.e., have valid driver's license, etc.).
• You'll need at least an Associate Degree in Business Administration from an accredited university OR a high school diploma and three (3) years experience.

Due to test range demands, the incumbent must also be able to:

• Work in a high pressure environment, and react to constant changes.
• Pass a pulmonary check, blood pressure check, and pulse check.
• Occasionally lift a max of 20 lbs. with frequent or constant lifting of 10 lbs.
• Work in all types of weather conditions.
• Work varying shifts, often over 8 hours, and respond to call-ins.
• Understand military terminology

Other typical duties may include:

• Selecting appropriate methods from a wide variety of procedures or makes simple adaptations and interpretations of a limited number of substantive guides and manuals. The clerical steps often vary in type or sequence, depending on the task.
• Recognized problems are referred to others.
• Supports the Test Support Branch

Applying:

Please visit http:/www.ramincorp.com/careers.htm to view all job requirements, and to complete an application packet. Fax or e-mail the completed package to us. Phone calls are not accepted for this job, but you may e-mail hr@ramincorp.com for info and updates.

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.

You will not be considered or contacted for clarification if your first submission doesn't include all of the following:

• Application (3 pages) - requires initials, date, and signature
• Personnel Screening Questionnaire (1 page) - requires signature and date
• Contact Authorization (1 page) - requires initials and signature
• Data Collection Form (1 page)
• Resume
• DD214 ONLY IF you are former military

Click here to go to RAM application instructions.
 

Operational Test Command

Join our partnership with the U.S. Army's OTC program, and help continue the tradition of "Truth in Testing." The OTC program ensures that all equipment is operationally tested before being placed in the hands of Warfighters.

RAM believes in rewarding its employees' efforts by promoting from within where possible, and the GC I position offers a great way to get your foot in the door helping RAM provide technological services for the U.S. Army..

Please submit your resume and application today for immediate consideration.

NEW! Engineering Technician IIs -- $16.43/hour + $3.35/hour benefits credit

Please Note: This job is temporary, lasting approximately 1 March 2010 through 25 September 2010, and you will be TDY to El Paso, TX for most of the job's duration.  In addition to the $16.43/hr wage, there is a health and welfare credit of $3.35/hr in lieu of benefits. This job requires US citizenship.  Candidates with an active Security Clearance are highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Conducts a variety of tests using established methods, preparing test specimens, adjusting and operating equipment, recording test data, and pointing out deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors
• Extracts engineering data from various prescribed but non-standardized sources, processing the data following well-defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry, and presenting the data in prescribed form.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited technical school in electronics, or equivalent military training. An Associate degree in Electronics is preferred.
• Experience in the maintenance of electronics, video, RF communications, radar equipment, and/or digital computer systems.
• US citizenship
• Ability to pass alcohol and drug testing
• Ability to obtain a Common Access Card (involves background check)
• Valid driver's license and car insurance for access to military installations and travel and ability to obtain a US Govt. motor vehicle operator's permit

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Homestead, FL

NEW! Help Desk/Junior System Administrator:: The successful candidate will generally perform the following:

Responsibilities:

• Maintain helpdesk trouble call ticket application for AIS.
• Create, delete, and update all user network accounts.
• Upgrade, repair, and maintain any workstations and servers that require service.
• Perform and or assist in administration, troubleshooting, and support of LAN operating systems, servers, and applications.
• Implement testing and installation of new and enhanced hardware and software; identify problems with hardware and software; perform routine diagnostics and maintenance of hardware and software.
• Other areas of support include security, communications, software applications, email, and printing devices.
• Update IP Blocked list on Firewall as required.
• Maintain web content filtering software profiles.
• CreatesCAC card for Thin Client network access.
• Maintain AIS hardware and software database.

Qualifications:

• At least two years experience in administration of LAN operating systems, servers, and applications.
• Bachelor's Degree desired
• Security Clearance: US Citizenship required for eligibility for DOD security clearance. Must consent to drug testing.
• Licenses: Valid State drives's license and car insurance for access to military installations
   

NEW! ! System Administrator:: The successful candidate will generally perform the following:

Responsibilities:

• Provide System Administration for Windows 2003 and Windows 2008 to include User, Machine, Servers, and Group Management; Domain Management; E-Mail Administration; Application and Service Management; Data Backup, Network Security, and Security Update Administration.
• Provide hardware, software and network operational support to sustain network operation.

Qualifications:

• At least four years experience with information technology and systems administration include Windows Server
• Bachelor's Degree desired
• Experience with VMware Server and Client, VERITAS Net Backup, Windows Server Update Services, Script Logic a plus
• Security Clearance: US Citizenship required for eligibility for DOD security clearance. Must consent to drug testing.
Licenses: Valid State drives's license and car insurance for access to military installations

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Fort Dix, New Jersey

NEW! Network Support:

 

RAM is seeking applicants for current and future openings in the areas of Help Desk, Information Assurance and Network Administration. Applicants who are Security+, MCP, and/or Cisco (CCNA or CCNP) certified are desired.  As a member of our team, support is provided to about 2000 users within a Microsoft based network.

 

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RAM Job Application Process:

RAM Job Board

To review details about jobs that RAM has available, visit this site often. This is also the place where you will download the RAM Application and accompanying forms. Only one application need be completed because you will automatically be considered for all jobs open at RAM for which you are qualified. All applications remain active in our database for at least one year.

The Application Packet

The Application Packet comprises all of the materials you will submit for consideration. No other items than the ones indicated are necessary unless requested. Below, each portion of the application packet is outlined.

The Application is a three (3) page document to complete required information about yourself that is pertinent to consideration for employment. Please complete each section, as we do not accept applications that, for example, say "see resume". Make sure signatures and initials are provided where indicated on Page 3. To download just this document, click here.

The Personnel Screening Questionnaire (PSQ) authorizes RAM to conduct a background check as needed for employment. Not all jobs require a background check, as many require a security clearance with a more stringent background investigation. The PSQ must be signed by you before submitting the packet for consideration. To download just this document, click here.

The Contact Authorization Form authorizes RAM to contact previous employers to ask specific questions about your work for that employer. The authorization must have your signature, as well as your initials, where indicated.To download just this document, click here.

The Data Collection Form is a self-identity form that helps us, as a federal contractor, comply with the requirements of the Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs (OFCCP), 41 CFR, Part 60-1. The form also aids us in our pursuit to hire and promote qualified minority applicants. If you do not wish to divulge the information requested, check the applicable box on the form. The form must be completed, although self-identification is voluntary.To download just this document, click here.

Your up-to-date Resume must be included in the packet.

If you are prior military, a copy of your DD-214 showing your discharge disposition must also be provided.

Submission of Your Packet

Complete all portions of the Application Packet, sign and initial where indicated, and fax to ATTN: HR at 915-595-0559. Alternately, you may scan and email the packet to hr@ramincorp.com.  

You may also mail or drop off your packet. We are located at:

Research Analysis & Maintenance, Inc. (RAM)
9440 Viscount Blvd., Suite 200
El Paso, Texas 79925

Applications will not be considered unless we receive all portions of your application packet. Again, the application packet should contain:

1. Application
2. Personnel Screening Questionnaire
3. Contact Authorization
4. Data Collection Form
5. Resume
6. DD-214 if prior military

Selection for Interview or Retention in Database

A status on your submission won't be available for approximately one week after all items have been received in good order. If you do not hear from RAM after one week, e-mail barberreem@ramincorp.com, or call for status, as some positions are put on hold.

If you are selected for an interview, you will be called. If you are not selected, you will receive a thank-you letter in the mail, and will be kept in RAM's recruiting databases for at least one year.

No walk-ins during any part of the application process are accepted unless requested. Please e-mail barberreem@ramincorp.com for status or other questions.

Thanks so much for your interest in RAM!