Space Joint Interface Control Cell (S-JICC) Specialist

Summary

The position(s) covered by this vacancy announcement is in the Department of Defense (DoD) Acquisition Workforce Personnel Demonstration Project (AcqDemo). For more information please see: ACQDEMO

This position is part of the Department of Defense . The incumbent will work as part of a 24x7 Crew comprised of Government, Military, and or Contractor personnel in the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture's (PWSA) Operations Centers (OC) Space Joint Interface Control Cell (S-JICC).

Duties

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This is a term position NTE 4 years, but may be converted to permanent without further competition.

As a Space Joint Interface Control Cell (S-JICC) Specialist you will be responsible for the following duties:

• Incumbent works as part of a 24x7 Crew comprised of Government, Military, and or Contractor personnel in the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture's (PWSA) Operations Centers (OC) Space Joint Interface Control Cell (S-JICC). Reports to the OC Mission Director in Operations Center for all things Tactical Data Link (TDL) execution supporting short and long range planning and execution of all services.
• Supports day-to-day Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations, and the 72 hours planning cycle for the the OC Mission Dir. Overseas S-JICC on all matters pertaining to: Joint Range Extension Application Protocol - C (ethernet) (JREAP-C); scheduled JREAP-C links and SDA OC Mission Data User (MDU) Connections; Link 16: determines if Ground Systems Operators (GSO) and Space Interface Control Technicians (SICT) have the communications channels with the supporting warfighters, current Initialization Load Files (IDLs), Crypto and OPTASK LINKs (OTLs) to execute mission.
• Integrate Broadcast Service (IBS), Tactical Satellite Communications (TACSATCOM) and other sensitive data link and related capabilities that the PWSA will provide. Supports daily current operations as the SDA Operations Center Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) and supports the TDLs.
• Reviews factors such as current and future mission needs, and training equipment limitations and availability to provide recommendations to the Ops Center Director and SDA leadership. Supports the development and implementation of of the mission plans, Link 16 and JREAP-C services, operational procedures and training documents for Ops personnel, focused on the execution of the Tactical Data Links (TDLs).
• Supports continued operations training other personnel on TDL functions , and mission operations, and procedures. Partners with contractor personnel, prepares/presents standardized initial and recurring training procedures using a Mission Training Plan. Captures SOPs and changes in policy and doctrine.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• Must be a US citizen
• Male born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service
• Resume and supporting documents received by 11:59PM EST will be considered
• Suitable for Federal employment determined by background investigation
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• WORK SCHEDULE: Full Time
• OVERTIME: Occasionally
• TOUR OF DUTY: Flexible
• RECRUITMENT INCENTIVES: May Be Authorized
• FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA): Exempt
• FINANCIAL DISCLOSURE: Not Required
• TELEWORK ELIGIBILITY: This position is situational telework eligible
• SELECTIVE SERVICE REQUIREMENT: For more information please visit: SSS
• This is a drug testing designated position
• Must obtain/maintain a Special Sensitive/Top Secret with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) clearance
• The Operations Center provides 24 hours a day/7 days a week, operational oversight. This position will require shift work.

Qualifications

You must have one year Specialized Experience equivalent to the NH-02/GS-11 grade level in the Federal service (experience may have been gained in the private/military sector) giving the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position, and that is typically in or related to the work of the position. Experience must be reflected in your resume.

Specialized experience required for this position is:

• Experience planning and executing complex, multi-faceted Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations. This includes developing and implementing solutions for diverse and complex issues across multiple disciplines, such as managing Joint Range Extension Application Protocol-C (JREAP-C), Link 16, and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) to maintain a common operational picture.
• Experience serving as a functional and technical expert in a 24/7 operations center environment. This experience includes acting as a Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO), guiding teams to resolve mission-critical problems, and providing authoritative advice and assistance to leadership on TDL architecture, mission planning, and system integration.
• Demonstrated experience in developing and improving operational plans and procedures to enhance mission effectiveness. This includes analyzing future mission needs, developing innovative techniques for TDL services, creating training documents for operations personnel, and establishing precedents for applying problem-solving techniques to new or existing processes.
• Experience identifying, analyzing, and resolving highly complex TDL anomalies and contingency situations. This requires coordinating with subject matter experts, recommending appropriate courses of action to mitigate risk, and ensuring the stability and integrity of the Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture (PWSA) and its associated data transport services.

Please review the General Application Information and Definitions at: http://www.dla.mil/Portals/104/Documents/Careers/downloads/FourthEstateRequiredSupportingDocumentation.pdf?ver=2019-02-08-123333-753

Education

Substitution of education may not be used in lieu of specialized experience for this grade level.

Additional information

This position is subject to an initial drug screening, and random testing thereafter. A negative drug test result must be received by HR within 30 calendar days after the EOD (i.e., start date). The selectee's inability successfully pass; or refusal to conduct the test may result in: 1) the tentative or FJO being withdrawn during the recruitment process; or 2) subsequently being removed from Federal service for failure to meet a condition of employment.

You may be required to sign a "Drug Test Statement of Understanding" if you are selected for this position.

Other Notes:

RE-EMPLOYED ANNUITANT: This position DOES NOT meet criteria for re-employed annuitant. The DoD criteria for hiring Re-employed Annuitants can be found at: https://www.esd.whs.mil/Portals/54/Documents/DD/issuances/140025/1400.25-V300.pdf.

All applicants must meet qualifications and eligibility criteria by the closing date of the announcement.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

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