ABET (Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology), Acceptance Testing, Agile Programming Methodologies, Air Force, Aircraft Piloting, Analysis Skills, Change Control, Communication Skills, Communication Systems, Communications Architecture, Communications Engineering, Communications Security (COMSEC), Computer Networks, Consulting, Control Systems, Cryptography, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support/Service, Detail Oriented, Document Management, Employee Orientation, Engineering, Government, Government Contracts, Integration Testing, Internet/IP Telephony, Interoperability, Interoperability Requirements, Leadership, Mentoring, Network Administration/Management, Network Architecture/Engineering, Network Programming, Network Support, Operational Audit, Operational Support, Operations Security (OPSEC), Organizational Skills, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Problem Solving Skills, Project/Program Management, Short Messaging Service (SMS), Small Business, System Integration (SI), Tactical Communications, Tactical Communications System, Technical Leadership, Technical Support, Testing, Text Data Formats, Top Secret Clearance, Ultra High Frequency (UHF), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Citizen, United States Department of Defense (DoD), Willing to Travel, Writing Skills
Hanscom AFB, Massachusetts
Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Data Links and Communication Engineer SME providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/HNA) Communications and Networks Directorate.
The Air Force Life Cycle Management Center (AFLCMC) provides comprehensive acquisition and life cycle management support for Air Force weapon systems and capabilities. As part of the Tactical Data Networks Enterprise Program, this position will support the development, integration, testing, deployment, and interoperability of tactical communications and data link systems across Joint and Service platforms. The selected candidate will serve as a recognized Subject Matter Expert (SME), providing technical leadership and guidance to government personnel, program leadership, and engineering teams while supporting the advancement of network-enabled weapon systems, tactical data links, and communications architectures critical to warfighter operations.
Responsibilities:
The selected candidate will possess advanced technical knowledge and recognized expertise in Data Links and Communications Engineering, supporting the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of Air Force and Joint communications capabilities. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader, advising government stakeholders and mentoring junior and mid-level engineers while ensuring communications architectures meet mission, interoperability, and operational requirements.
Duties include, but not limited to:
- Serve as the technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tactical data links, communications systems, interoperability, and network-enabled weapon capabilities supporting the Tactical Data Networks Enterprise Program.
- Provide engineering expertise in the development, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of Air Force and Joint tactical communications systems.
- Interface with Federal, DoD, USAF, Army, and Joint organizations to ensure communications capabilities comply with applicable operational, security, and interoperability requirements.
- Support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) and Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) activities, including interoperability assessments across weapon systems, aircraft, command-and-control systems, and Joint platforms.
- Advise Program Managers, Chief Engineers, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, and test organizations on technical, schedule, cost, and performance considerations related to communications and data link systems.
- Support the development and implementation of tactical communications solutions including Combat Net Radio (CNR), Link 16, High Frequency (HF), Ultra High Frequency (UHF), DACAS, USMTF, VMF, and Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS) capabilities.
- Develop and document Concepts of Employment (CONEMPs), interface control documentation, network architectures, interoperability requirements, and technical specifications supporting network-enabled weapon systems.
- Provide technical expertise in cryptologic systems, COMSEC processes, encryption key distribution, and secure communications architectures.
- Support Agile Communications initiatives and Joint interoperability efforts through participation in working groups, configuration control boards, and technical forums.
- Mentor and provide technical leadership to junior and mid-level engineers supporting the program.
Qualifications:
Citizenship: Must be a US citizen
Minimum Required Qualifications:
Clearance: Must have and be able to maintain an active Top Secret clearance
Education: Master's degree in Engineering with ABET accreditation and 15 years of experience which must be Data Links and Communications Engineering experience, 5 years of which must be in the DoD
- Experience with tactical communications systems, data links, interoperability, and network-enabled weapon systems.
- Experience supporting Link 16, Combat Net Radio (CNR), High Frequency (HF), and Ultra High Frequency (UHF) communications environments.
- Experience supporting Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E) and Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) efforts.
- Experience collaborating with Joint, Air Force, Army, and DoD stakeholders.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience supporting AFLCMC, Air Combat Command, Joint Staff, or related Air Force acquisition organizations.
- Experience with cryptologic systems, COMSEC, and encryption key distribution infrastructure.
- Experience with Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS), Variable Message Format (VMF), United States Message Text Format (USMTF), and Digitally Aided Close Air Support (DACAS).
- Experience supporting Joint interoperability working groups and tactical data link initiatives.
Technical Skills
- Tactical Data Links (TDL)
- Link 16
- High Frequency (HF) Communications
- Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Communications
- Combat Net Radio (CNR)
- Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS)
- Variable Message Format (VMF)
- United States Message Text Format (USMTF)
- Digitally Aided Close Air Support (DACAS)
- Communication Security (COMSEC)
- Cryptologic Systems
- Developmental and Operational Test & Evaluation
- Network Enabled Weapon Systems
- Joint Interoperability
- Systems Integration and Testing
Interpersonal Skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to communicate effectively with senior government and contractor personnel.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a dynamic team environment.
- Ability to lead technical efforts and mentor junior personnel.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Additional Information:
Location: Hanscom Air Force Base, Bedford, MA
Travel: Travel may be required per the customer's discretion.
Onsite Requirement: This is an onsite position.
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Company Overview:
Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, is an innovative small business committed to providing world-class technical, management, and training support services to government and public sector clients. We focus on people, processes, and performance to deliver superior results. Since our inception in 1997, our commitment to mission success and customer satisfaction has been recognized with exponential growth and exceptional past performance ratings. We accept challenging assignments and drive projects from the planning stages, through implementation, and into operations and support.
Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.
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Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.
Established in 1997, Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd. is a leading provider of management, analytical, and technical support services for government and private-sector customers. Odyssey delivers innovative solutions in response to complex and challenging customer requirements.
Our portfolio of successful projects demonstrates our ability to efficiently plan, staff, and manage efforts of all scopes and sizes. Our employees provide tailored functional expertise in technology, engineering, and management principles. We offer vast experience in acquisition strategy development and document generation; source selection support; cost, schedule, and performance management; systems engineering and analysis; risk management; cost/benefit and earned value analysis; computer-based training development; communication planning and operations; and lifecycle sustainment and product support. Odyssey also offers research and acquisition support services to the DoD medical domain, leading DoD medical mission support through several prime services contracts.
A six-time Inc. 5000 honoree, Odyssey has earned recognition on the 2019 Inc. 5000 as one of the most successful companies in America. In Inc.’s annual guide to the 5,000 fastest-growing privately held companies in the U.S., we were ranked #162 in the Government Services category, delivering a wide range of services to DoD customers and beyond.