SCA Engineering Technician V-CAC2S at SAIC, Bedford, IN
SCA Engineering Technician V-CAC2S at SAIC in Bedford, IN. Apply with swipeandhired.
SAIC is seeking an Engineering Technician V Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the Common Aviation Command and Control System (CAC2S). This position is responsible for the technical integration, operational advisory, and lifecycle support of Marine Corps Air Command and Control (C2) systems.
JOB DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Sets up, configures, operates, and maintains CAC2S hardware and software
- Establishes and manages critical interfaces such as Link 16, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS)
- Resolves complex technical issues within Air C2 systems, associated networks, and tactical data links during test events or fleet operations
- Produces architecture diagrams defining system interfaces and configure virtualized server environments (e.g., VMware ESXi)
- Provides Marine Corps-specific guidance during the planning and execution of test and engineering events
- Advises commanders and staff on the employment of tactical data link (TDL) systems and recommend changes to maintenance processes to improve readiness. Authors and provides technical feedback on test documentation, system requirements, and integration recommendations
- Coordinates with higher, adjacent, and subordinate commands, as well as Program Management Offices, to ensure system interoperability
- Assists in creating training materials, job aids, and lesson plans for CAC2S operators
- Conducts onsite and virtual instruction to prepare Marines for system startup, diagnostics, and real-world employment procedures
Performs non-routine and complex assignments involving responsibility for planning and conducting a complete project of relatively limited scope or a portion of a larger and more diverse project; selects and adapts plans, techniques, designs, or layouts, contacts personnel in related activities to resolve problems and coordinate the work, reviews, analyzes, and integrates the technical work of others.
Designs, develops, and constructs major units, devices, or equipment; conducts tests or experiments; analyzes results and redesigns or modifies equipment to improve performance; and reports results.
Calculates design data and prepares layouts, detailed specifications, parts lists, estimates, procedures, etc. May check and analyze drawings or equipment to determine adequacy of drawings and design.
Plans or assists in planning tests to evaluate equipment performance. Determines test requirements, equipment modification, and test procedures; conducts tests using all types of instruments; analyzes and evaluates test results and prepares reports on findings and recommendations.
- Sets up, configures, operates, and maintains CAC2S hardware and software
- Establishes and manages critical interfaces such as Link 16, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS)
- Travels for field engineering and testing efforts, up to 25% of time.
- Supports software deployments and updates.
- Supports software and network device test events, documenting issues and corrective actions taken; updating procedures based on test results.
- Provides on-site technical support for fielding efforts, engineering support (upgrades, installations, etc..), test events.
- Performs Administrative Duties as required, including writing Work Instructions or Work Cards, Cable Termination Records, Daily Status Reports, and others as requested.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND CLEARANCE:
- High school diploma/GED and four or more years' experience operating, testing, administering, or maintaining Air C2 systems such as CAC2S, or CAC2S SFF
- Must be able to travel to fielding locations CONUS and OCONUS.
- Candidate must currently possess a DOD Secret clearance to start this job.
- Candidate must be a US Citizen.
DESIRED EXPERIENCE:
- USMC Military Occupational Skill (MOS) 5939, 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
- Network infrastructure and troubleshooting.
- Information Technology, Network Administration, System Administration