SCA Engineering Technician IV

Description

SAIC is seeking an Engineering Tech IV to support the US Navy in Crane, IN.

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S) are responsible for the technical integration, operational advisory, and lifecycle support of Marine Corps Air Command and Control (C2) systems.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

Core Technical Responsibilities System Configuration & Maintenance: Set up, configure, operate, and maintain CAC2S hardware and software

Tactical Data Link Management: Establish and manage critical interfaces such as Link 16, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS)

Troubleshooting: Resolve complex technical issues within Air C2 systems, associated networks, and tactical data links during test events or fleet operations

Network Architecture: Produce architecture diagrams defining system interfaces and configure virtualized server environments (e.g., VMware ESXi)

Operational & Advisory Duties Operational Expertise: Provide Marine Corps-specific guidance during the planning and execution of test and engineering events

Mission Readiness: Advise commanders and staff on the employment of tactical data link (TDL) systems and recommend changes to maintenance processes to improve readiness. Documentation Review: Author and provide technical feedback on test documentation, system requirements, and integration recommendations

Liaison: Coordinate with higher, adjacent, and subordinate commands, as well as Program Management Offices, to ensure system interoperability

Training & Simulation Curriculum Development: Assist in creating training materials, job aids, and lesson plans for CAC2S operators

Instruction: Conduct onsite and virtual instruction to prepare Marines for system startup, diagnostics, and real-world employment procedures Qualifications

REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High school diploma/GED and four or more years' experience operating, testing, administering, or maintaining Air C2 systems such as CAC2S, or TBMCS DESIRED EXPERIENCE:

USMC Military Occupational Skill (MOS) 5974, 5979, 7236, or 7242 background

Working knowledge of one or more Military Standards (MIL-STD), e.g., Link-16 (MILSTD-6016), JREAP (MIL-STD-3011), and/or VMF (MIL-STD-6017)

Working knowledge of network administration and troubleshooting of Cisco routing and switching

Experience administering VMware ESXi, Red Hat Enterprise Linux, and Windows Server Operating Systems

Must be able to communicate in a team environment and engage in system fielding events with supporting personnel

Effective verbal and written skills are essential, with ability to convey in proper sentence structure

Must be able to work in a busy environment

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500® mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets includes secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

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