The Data-Link SME will provide critical expertise in executing data-link operations, acting as a key support resource for advanced communications team members, including operations support analysts and project specialists. This role involves serving as a liaison between operational test support units, system program offices, and MAJCOM headquarters, facilitating communication and collaboration to implement recommendations for resource allocation and changes in operational concepts.
Key Responsibilities:
- Assist in the execution of data-link operations by providing expert support to advanced communications teams.
- Serve as a liaison between operational test units, system program offices, and MAJCOM headquarters to ensure effective communication and coordination during testing phases.
- Prepare feasibility studies, proof-of-concept plans, and white papers for management addressing operations and test-related issues as requested.
- Research potential evaluations and acquisitions of commercial off-the-shelf technologies to enhance data-link capabilities.
- Develop a strong familiarity with current and future data-link networks and support systems, providing operational insight and recommendations.
- Provide systems engineering and test support for all ARC MDS platforms and subsystems related to data-link and advanced communications systems analysis.
- Engage in hardware and software engineering tasks, including analysis, characterization, specification documentation, system integration, and testing.
- Participate in comprehensive test planning, including modeling & simulation, hardware-in-the-loop testing, ground testing, and flight testing while defining measures of effectiveness and suitability.
- Support documentation efforts by producing engineering test plans, reports, drawings, and any necessary technical memorandums.
- Assist in developing training materials for ARC pilots, system operators, and maintainers focusing on data-link and advanced communications systems operations and tactical employment.
- Coordinate meeting spaces and provide necessary input on training materials to ensure they meet operational needs.
Requirements
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Experience in data-link operations and advanced communications systems within a military or defense context is highly desirable.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to research and evaluate technological solutions.
- Familiarity with systems engineering processes and methodologies, particularly in hardware and software integration.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Active Top Secret Clearance
Benefits
- Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
- Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
- Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
- Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
- Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
- Short Term & Long Term Disability
- Training & Development
- Wellness Resources
- Stock Option Plan
