The SNC TRAX (Tactical Radio Application eXtension) Program Tactical Datalinks Product Support Engineer (TDL PSE) must have an advanced understanding of the fundamentals of tactical datalinks and how to integrate them into military operations. An advanced understanding of tactical air and ground communications and a basic understanding of networking operations is a must. Must be able to understand customer requirements, develop robust Tactical Datalinks hardware/software solutions in order to fully support the mission Tactical Datalink capability. Must be expert in Link-16, Situational Awareness Data Link (SADL), Mobile Adhoc NETworks, (MANET), TRAX, and various other protocols/military tactical data links. JICO rating is desired. Must be able to possess a DOD clearance specific to the contract, be able to obtain the applicable medical examinations for deployments and be willing to fly on military aircraft in support of operations around the globe.

　　The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Learn more about MST (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/mission-solutions-technologies/)

　　Responsibilities:

　　The TRAX Tactical Datalinks Product Support Engineer is expected to be intimately familiar with all aspects of operation and employment of the equipment specified under the field service contract.

　　Stateside travel is required up to 25% annually (Training, Exercise, and Integration support to end users).

　　Expect OCONUS deployment (hostile/ incentive pay in accordance with DoS rates if applicable) annually in intervals of 50 days (work continues as normal when stateside).

　　Primary management office is located in Southern Pines, NC.

　　Place of duty will be in Oahu, HI with 25% travel.

　　Candidates hired for this position will be subject to a post offer, pre-hire, pre-deployment medical assessment.

　　Must-haves:

　　Bachelor's degree in a related field of study or typically 10 or more years of related experience

　　Progressive hands-on experience with wireless networks, tactical communications and personal computers

　　Communication and customer interface skills

　　Comprehensive understanding of system level maintenance of networks and communications systems

　　Full understanding of Army and Joint military operations

　　Stateside/International travel is required up to 25% annually (Training, Exercise, and Integration support to end users)

　　Expect OCONUS deployment to austere locations (hostile/ incentive pay in accordance with DoS rates) in intervals of 50 days deployed (work continues as normal when stateside).

　　An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required.

　　Preferred:

　　Thorough knowledge of Army tactical datalink hardware is highly desirable such as AFATDS, JBC-P, CPCE, etc.

　　Direct experience with US Army Fires/Communications is highly desirable.

　　Direct experience with Joint Tactical Data Links is highly desirable.

　　Current Security+ certificate is desirable

　　Current Network+ certificate is desirable

　　At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies. Learn more about SNC (https://www.sncorp.com/who-we-are/about-snc/)

　　SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

　　SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more (https://www.sncorp.com/careers/total-rewards/) .

　　IMPORTANT NOTICE:

　　This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

　　Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances. (https://www.dcsa.mil/About/)

　　At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.