Position LocationThis Position is based in Moorestown, NJ and will require up to 25% travel CONUS/OCONUS.
Job OverviewThe Subject Matter Expert (SME) III - C2 Systems will support the Chugach Technical Program Manager and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) team by providing expertise in Command and Control (C2) and C4ISR systems. The SME - C2 Systems will provide day-to-day engineering support to NIWC. Support consists of system integration, sustainment, testing, and issue resolution. Travel up to 30% CONUS/OCONUS is required.
ResponsibilitiesEssential Job Duties:C2 Systems Integration, Installation, and Sustainment Support
- Works in collaboration with government, engineering, and operational stakeholders to design, integrate, test, and sustain USCG Command and Control (C2) and C4ISR systems.
- Provides technical engineering support across the system lifecycle, including software development, integration, and testing of prototype and fielded systems.
- Provide engineering support for installation, configuration, and integration efforts aboard USCG assets and sites.
- Provide engineering support for Navy and USCG Combat System elements and their interfaces, including but not limited to: IFF, SPQ-9B, SPS-75, NAVSSI, MK-48, and C2PS.
- Provides analysis of system architectures, interfaces, and operational dependencies across C4ISR environments.
- Reviews system designs to identify gaps, risks, or shortfalls
- Develop white papers outlining technical options and recommendations for various designs.
- Supports installation, integration, and sustainment of C4ISR system upgrades aboard USCG assets, laboratory environments, and training facilities.
- Provides hands-on technical support during various engineering deployments for USCG assets.
- Provide issue resolutions for complex hardware and software issues in laboratory environments and deployed USCG assets.
- Supports test events related to USCG C2 systems, including integration, verification, validation, and operational testing activities.
- Ensures grounding and bonding of components in equipment cabinets is performed in accordance with applicable TEMPEST specifications.
C2 Systems Technical Documentation and Engineering Reviews
- Provide technical input to configuration management and engineering documentation efforts.
- Review technical documentation and provide detailed feedback to stakeholders
- Maintains and updates technical drawings and documentation for USCG system configurations.
- Reviews Engineering Changes, Onsite Change Requests (OCRs), and Task Orders to assess impacts to current and future hardware and software baselines.
Key Responsibilities:- Providing accurate, timely, and authoritative technical guidance on USCG and Navy C2 systems.
- Extensive knowledge of C4ISR systems, including integration, sustainment, and support.
- Knowledge of test and evaluation processes.
- Detailed understanding of Navy and USCG Combat System elements and their interfaces to include but not limited to; IFF, SPQ-9B, SPS-75, NAVSSI, MK-48 and C2PS
- Ability to collaborate well in team environments and work independently.
- Ability to meet mission and operational requirements by supporting installations, configurations, and testing aboard USCG assets and facilities.
- Ability to prioritize multiple engineering tasks while maintaining a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail especially while on travel.
- Maintaining high technical standards in documentation, system configuration, and engineering review activities.
- Strong organizational and task-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic operational environment.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear technical feedback to internal and external stakeholders.
Job RequirementsMandatory:- U.S. Citizen.
- Active DoD Secret security clearance.
- RHEL or Windows administrator certifications
- Minimum of five (5) years of experience with military electronics systems.
- Willingness to travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS.
- Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
- Ability to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
Preferred:- BS in Computer Sciences or Engineering Field
- Experience developing, integrating, and sustaining software in Linux-based environments.
- Confident in operating system configuration, patching, performance tuning, and troubleshooting.
- Prior experience supporting USCG or Navy C2 or C4ISR systems.
- Demonstrated experience with the Sea Commander System.
- Experience supporting system integration or operational test events.
- Experience developing or reviewing engineering documentation and Technical Drawings.
- Confident in operating system configuration, patching, and tuning.
Working Conditions:- Must be able to work onsite at Moorestown, NJ
- Must be able to travel to and work in various operating environments for USCG locations.
Physical Requirements:- Ability to lift 30 lbs.
- Ability to climb vertical ladders.
- Ability to operate and work around heavy machinery.
- Ability to operate hand and power tools safely.
