Tactical Engineering & Analysis

REQ #008

Job Summary:

This position is located at the Navy Air and Missile Defense Command (NAMDC) in Dahlgren, VA. Candidate will be responsible for providing technical, analytic and operational application subject matter expertise for the Link Network Monitoring Tool in support of SPAWAR Systems Center Pacific.

Essential Functions:

Provide Tactical Data Link subject matter expertise, as required, to Naval Component Commanders (NCC) and Joint Force Maritime Component Commanders (JFMCC)
Provide Link Network Monitoring Tool system architecture subject matter expertise, as required, to operational forces.
Provide programmatic recommendations and support on IAMD related TDL and Network programs
Support NAMDC staff on MTJ/STJ/ADSI/Link developments
Assess comms/link architecture performance to define gaps and support inputs for budget prioritization
Provide Analysis detailing proposed architecture functionalities and evaluation of alternatives
Demonstrate subject matter expertise in Afloat Integrated Shipboard Network System and Automated Digital Network System as they apply to IAMD tactical and strategic architectures. Experience in computer system networking and interfacing protocols used in commercial and/or military communications systems.
Demonstrate subject matter expertise in ship and shore Command and Control systems, specifically in Next Generation Command and Control Processor and Air Defense Systems Integrator. Demonstrate ability to assess Aegis Combat System suites, CDLMS, and Link-16 Gateway and host simulators, Satellite TADIL-J, Multicast TADIL J tactical data systems and associated interface cabling and computer control equipment.
Familiarity with shipboard Combat Systems and Interoperability testing/assessment of AEGIS Combat System suites, CDLMS, and Link-16 Gateway and host simulators, as well as, Satellite TADIL-J, Multicast TADIL J tactical data systems and associated interfaces and computer control equipment desired.
Experience working with commercial and/or military communications systems (UHF & DAMA, SHF, EHF), C5I Joint Targeting Terminal and GCCS-M desired.

Secondary Functions:

Develop TDL architectures
Develop presentations and give presentations on TDL architectures
Proficient in writing technical documents

Minimum Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, Background and Experience:

Knowledge and experience in Air and Missile Defense doctrine, planning and operations is desirable. Candidate should have an understanding in Surface Force Operations, Air Defense principles including ship self-defense and BMC4I systems architectures. The candidate must be a self starter who can represent the customer in a variety of Navy and Joint Forums. Travel to support meetings and participation in exercises and other Fleet support requirements will be required. Ability to work from high level guidance and produce timely and effective results expected. Demonstrate subject matter expertise in U.S. Navy TDL systems applicable to Navy shipboard Combat Systems, Tactical Data Links, Computer Networks, and associated satellite communications equipment.
Demonstrate subject matter expertise in Afloat Integrated Shipboard Network System and Automated Digital Network System as they apply to IAMD tactical and strategic architectures. Experience in computer system networking and interfacing protocols used in commercial and/or military communications systems.
Strong written, oral, and interpersonal skills are crucial. Successful applicant must be able to develop and give technical briefs and speak to high level Staff Officers, and represent NAMDC.
Ten (10) years of relevant experience in disciplines described above desired. Position requires a self-starter who works well with others in coordinating and performing a wide variety of tasks.
U.S. Citizenship required. Candidates must have the ability to obtain a US government security clearance, and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Education:

Associates degree or the equivalent combination of education, technical training, or work/military experience in the disciplines described above.

Physical Aspects of the Job:

Typical Working Conditions:	Office Environment
Equipment Used:	Computers, Naval Combat Systems
Essential Physical Tasks:	Must have the ability to constantly use a computer keyboard and mouse. Ability to travel 30% of the time by automobile, air, etc.), with a potential of 15% international travel.

PMW 760 Aegis BMD Systems Engineer

REQ #002

Location: Space and Naval Warfare Systems Center, San Diego, California

Job Summary:

TEA supports the PEO C4I / PMW 760 Ballistic Missile Defense (BMD) integration program in the system engineering, planning and execution of Aegis BMD shipboard requirements.
TEA provides system engineering expertise and subject matter experts in support of PMW 760 Principal Integration Program Manager to division in order to maintain system readiness of the Aegis Weapon System used to support major Aegis BMD C4I acquisition strategies/fielding plans and Configuration Management. This position requires the employee to have knowledge of the Aegis Combat System, interface with internal PEO C4I product and integration codes, SPAWAR System Center codes and outside Aegis entities and provide input to future system engineering efforts in order to support BMD.

Essential Functions:

Assist the Principal Integration Platform Manager (PIPM) and Systems Engineering (SE) lead for C4I Programs (Elements) alignment to Aegis BMD Baselines.
Monitor and perform technical analysis in response to fleet C4I concerns and issues.
Coordinate with Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and PMW 790 for the development of BMDS Ship-to-Shore-to Ship architecture.
Liaison with the appropriate Fleet representatives from the various COCOMs, numbered Fleet Commanders, Strike Group Commanders, Force and Unit level Commanders, including Communications Offices, staff BMD Officers, Combat System Officers, JICOs, Fleet C4I System Engineers, Training Officers, and other key planners, to evaluate C4I system casualties and impact to BMD Mission readiness and provide recommendations for appropriate course of actions.
Determine if on-site tech assist is required, liaison with the appropriate C4I Program Office, In-Service Engineering Agent (ISEA), Fleet Support Office and dispatch the appropriate C4I Subject Matter Experts to execute corrective action as necessary.
Liaison across the PEO C4I and COMPSAWARSYCOM Enterprise technical groups, engineering codes, and laboratories.
Maintain an up-to-date configuration file of all the appropriate C4I components and settings required to maintain EHF Multicast TADIL capability fully BMD Mission ready on all In-Service Aegis BMD Baselines. Post file for access by all the appropriate PMW, C4I Fleet engineers and other C4I Subject Matter experts as required.
When directed by the Program Manager, stand up PEO C4I Integrated Product Team to research, analyze and develop corrective courses of action.
Provide replacement C4I documentation as requested.
Participate in Fleet-level and Engineering forums as determined by the Program Manager. These will include but are not limited to annual N6 Conferences, Theater JICO conferences, IAMD/BMD C4I Training conferences, Combat System Weapons Systems Performance Reviews, Combat System Technical Reviews, IPTs, etc.
Review C4I Training and course material generated by the C4I Program Offices for accuracy relative to the BMC4I Configurations on the affected In-Service baseline. If necessary develop corrections and or additions for incorporation into the document.
Support the appropriate Configuration Management forums as directed by the PM (BERT, CCB, LCCB, etc.)
Review applicable proposed C4I changes (i.e, SCD, EDPs, ORDALTS, etc) and notify the Program Manager of changes that may have an adverse impact on BMD Mission readiness and In-Service Aegis BMD Baselines.
As directed by the Program Manager, participate in Integrated Systems Operations Verification Test (SOVT).
As directed by the Program Manager, provide technical assistance at C4I land-based test sites and research lab during trouble shooting, validation and verification process of C4I products that enable BMD Mission capabilities.

Secondary Functions:

Track, Manage and maintain various C4I related Configuration Management details.
Assist the BMD Lead System Engineer and Aegis Ashore Lead System Engineer as required.

Minimum Requirements:

Knowledge, Skills, Background and Experience:

This position requires the following skills:

8+ years of Aegis related experience (engineering or operational)
2-3 years of supervisory experience in military or corporate environment
Self motivated
Willingness to onsite and offsite in order to accomplish assigned tasks
Briefing skills (development and conducting) - 5 years
Inter-personnel and customer service skills for dealing with stakeholders - 10 years
Excellent demonstrated written and verbal communication skills
Personal computer skills (laptop and desktop) using Word and Excel at the intermediate level
U.S. Citizenship required. Candidates must have the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance, and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Education:

Associates and/or Bachelors degree or specialized or equivalent experience of 8 years.

EOE/AA Send qualified resumes to: new.jobs@tac-eng.com

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