Tech Support Specialist C4i - tactical Data Link (engineer Systems 2)

Technical Support Specialist - C4I

Huntington Ingalls Industries, Mission Technologies division, is looking for a Technical Support Specialist - C4I. This position works onsite at Chamberlain Hall, Dam Neck Annex, Virginia Beach, Va. supporting Maritime Operation Center - Exercise Support Team (MOC-EST) and Naval Surface Warfare Center- Corona (NSWC-Corona) in providing Navy LVC training throughout all assigned Areas of Responsibility (AORs). This position acts as the C4I Systems Tactical Data Link (TDL) Engineer and provides TDL operations expertise to all training (FST) events for fleet and task force staff. The Specialist will be required to perform operations on all NSWC TDL systems and maintenance as required. They will interface with outside agencies to provide TDL system connectivity between major commands and will assist with the testing and integration of new Tactical Data Link technologies. Candidates must be able to analyze and troubleshoot at the system level to detect and resolve problems and will require interaction with Military, Government and Contractor Leadership. Communication skills are required. The position requires flexibility to work non-standard work hours and work weeks of more than 40 hours to meet business, customer, and contractual requirements.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provide knowledge and expertise in operating Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems.
• Provide knowledge of Link 16 protocols, waveforms, and network architectures.
• Provide onsite and remote troubleshooting support for Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems across NCTE Enterprise.
• Prepare reports and briefs as required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience, or 2 years relevant experience with Bachelor in related field, or 0 years relevant experience with Masters in related field.
• Strong background in Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems.
• COMPTIA Security+ certification within 90 days.
• Experience working with Link 16.
• Experience with TDL protocols.
• Understanding of TDL topology and C4I architectures.
• Must have technical leadership ability.
• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Secret Clearance.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience with Tactical Data Analysis Connectivity System (TDACS), Gateway Manager (GWM), and Link Management and Monitoring Tool (LMMT).
• Familiarity with Joint Semi-Automated Forces/Joint Simulated Bus (JSAF/JBUS).
• DIS Experience with Model and Simulation Systems to include Joint Live Virtual Constructive (JLVC) and JSAF.
• Experience working with Navy training systems and command structure.

Physical Requirements:

• Office, industrial, or shipboard environment.
• Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.
• Lifting and moving materials may be required.

HII offers competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.

We build the world's most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals. Recognized as one of America's top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people's safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you'll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career. Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

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