ParsonsKellogg · 1 month ago
ABAD Tactical Data Link SME**This position is located in Ramstein AFB, Germany (International Assignment) **NO REMOTE WORK**
US - Remote (Any Location)
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$101K/yr - $177K/yr
5+ years expParsons is a company that values innovation and growth, and they are seeking a Tactical Data Link Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support the integration, testing, and troubleshooting of Tactical Data Link systems. The role involves working on the Link-16 communication network and providing Field Service Representative support, ensuring the effective operation of TDL systems in various environments.
AdvertisingMarketing
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Set up, maintain, and configure TDL equipment, interfaces, and connections to HF, UHF, SATCOM communications systems, and associated cryptographic equipment. Plan and schedule TDL and related communications equipment installation and maintenance. Resolve installation and maintenance discrepancies using applicable directives, diagrams, and installation systems records
Work with Systems Administrators, Network Engineers, and System Engineers to design and develop Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems from the ground-up for deployment and remote operation in austere environments
Initiate and conduct system verification tests to assess the capability and effectiveness of the datalink architecture and related communications systems and make recommendations to improve the overall datalink architecture
Install, remove, and configure TDL hardware and software as required, perform system startups, reboots, configure TDL man-machine and machine-machine interfaces, and system shutdowns. Monitor system performance and generate periodic summaries of system performance and usage
Develop preventive maintenance schedules and conduct periodic preventive maintenance, perform user account administration tasks, monitor and archive logs and audit files, apply patches as directed by the government/ISSO, and identify and correct system failures. Report suspicious activities identified through monitoring logs and audit files
Support configuration management activities by maintaining and providing TDL architectural diagrams, equipment listings, and software versioning and configuration information to each operator or subordinate unit upon request
Review OPTASKLINK to ensure Link-16 networks are configured in accordance with (IAW) most recent guidance
Inspect and test assigned systems and components; coordinate with commercial vendors and maintenance depots as required to test system components and assemblies to isolate faulty hardware and software; remove, repair, replace, and restore datalink systems or subsystems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer information systems, or related discipline. May substitute 10+ years of relevant military datalink and ground radio experience for required educational qualifications
Must have a minimum of 5-8 years of experience working with datalink and ground radio systems
Completion of JT- 102 Multi-Tactical Data Link Advanced Joint Interoperability Course is required
Multi-TDL Operations Planning Course, JT-201
Experience operating and maintaining Link-16, and Joint Range Extension Application Protocols (JREAP A, B, and C) beyond line-of-sight data link networks
Experience operating and maintaining various versions of the gateway software, Move Out/Jump Off (MOJO), and Battlefield Awareness & Targeting System - Dismounted (BATS-D) PRC-161
Experience operating and maintaining various ground radios
Active DoD Secret clearance is required
Preferred
Extensive knowledge of ADSI, JRE, CSI, MIDS LVT, and Basic Windows and Linux Red Hat Enterprise
Experience with Network Integration and protocols (IP, TCP, and UDP)
Experience using Data Extrapolation and Reduction Guide (DERG) to locate and resolve issues in Link-16 networks
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid time off
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
401(k)
Life insurance
Flexible work schedules
Holidays
Company
ParsonsKellogg
ParsonsKellogg has stood apart in the $20 billion promotional products industry.
51-200 employees
Funding
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