Title:  Lead, Systems Engineering (Tactical Data Link)

Job Title: Lead, Systems Engineering (Tactical Data Link)

Job Code: 36012

Job Location: Greenville, TX (On-Site)

Job Schedule: 1st Shift 9/80

Active Secret Clearance required at the time of hire, with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Job Description:

The Lead, Systems Engineer performs all tasks related to review, analysis, and development of tactical data link (TDL) MIL-STD documentation for the Integrated Broadcast System (IBS) program.   These duties are, but not limited to the following:

• Investigates technical deficiencies in the MIL-STD documentation and uses problem solving skills to develop solutions that will have minimal impact on operational systems.
• Participates in various working group meetings and develops proposals to address the TDL concerns of various Department of War (DOW) programs and services.
• Coordinates with representatives from various DOW services and agencies to develop MIL-STD enhancements or corrections that satisfy the requirements of all TDL users.
• Represents the organization as a subject matter expert on IBS MIL-STD requirements as well as for TDL data forwarding requirements. 
• Frequently interacts directly with DOW customer representatives and fields questions from all users of the TDL MIL-STD documents. 

• The engineer prepares and presents technical briefs to internal and external leadership. 

• Mentors junior level engineers to develop and enhance systems engineering skills required by the IBS program. 

Essential Functions:

• The candidate must possess strong technical writing and verbal skills.
• The candidate must possess an understanding of Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations and a familiarity with IBS Common Message Format (CMF) and/or Link 16 message formats.
• The candidate must have knowledge of systems engineering concepts and practices.
• Candidate must have proficiency with Microsoft Office products (especially MS Word and MS Excel).
• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.
• Candidate must be willing to travel (mostly CONUS with occasional OCONUS)

Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or equivalent technical degree with a minimum of 9 years of applicable experience. An equivalent combination of education and experience may also be considered. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience.  In lieu of a degree, minimum of 13 years of prior related experience. Candidates with fewer years of experience may be considered for a lower level. 
• 5+ years of experience on tactical data link engineering. 
• 5+ years of experience with Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations, familiarity with Intgrated Broadcast Service (IBS) Common Message Format (CMF) and/or Link 16 message formats.
• Active Secret Clearance required at the time of hire, with the ability to obtain TS/SCI.
• Must be a US Citizen.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Working knowledge of Mil-Standards 6016, 6018 and 6020.
• Some experience writing software.

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