Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Simulator Operator/Maintainer

Job Title Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Simulator Operator/Maintainer Job Description Cape Fox subsidiary, Kwaan Tech, LLC, is seeking highly organized and motivated Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Simulator Operator/Maintainers to support the Command and Control (C2) contract which provides Contract Academic Training (CAT), Courseware Development (CWD), Distributed Mission Operations (DMO), and staff support services to the Air Operations Center (AOC) at various locations in ACC, ANG, AETC, USAFE, and PACAF. Training shall be provided for US students and may include training to foreign national students under this contract. The salary range (or hiring range) for this exempt position is: $83,200-$93,600 The above salary range represents the company's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. In addition, we offer a variety of benefits, including company holidays, paid time off, health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life and disability insurance, tuition reimbursement, as well as a 401K with company match. This job will be posted until filled or withdrawn. Core Duties: 3 Maintain software baseline in accordance with Simulator Program Office (SPO) and Technical Support Services Center (TSSC) guidance while monitoring the operation of simulators and ensuring hardware and software are functioning properly and operation standards are met. 3 Function tests simulator hardware and software to resolve technical problems and make appropriate on-site repairs of complex problems and operating malfunctions. 3 Store system security audits in accordance with simulator Authority to Operate (ATO) documentation requirements and establish and troubleshoot network connectivity on approved simulator networks as needed. 3 In collaboration with the Program Support Office, provides administrative and technical support for all Information Technology (IT) simulator-related issues, ensuring baseline system requirements are met to maintain the simulator system's network connectivity. 3 Install simulator operating system software, patches and apply applicable system controls. 3 Provide Air Support Operations Center (ASOC), Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) and TACP expertise utilizing current and emerging Tactics Techniques and Procedures (TTPs) for Close Air Support (CAS), Theater Air Control System (TACS), and Command and Control (C2) IAW AFI 13-114 Volume 3. 3 Maintain working knowledge of current Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTPs) related to air to ground operations focused on JTAC, TACP, and ASOC mission. 3 Research and source various DoD, Joint, and service-specific documents to develop and execute realistic combat scenarios across the entire spectrum of military operations to provide training for all ASOC operator positions and JTAC/TACP personnel simultaneously. 3 Assist in training military members as simulator operators/maintainers when needed. 3 Develop graphic overlays on computer-generated maps to enable role-players and instructors to provide input to the JTAC based on the restrictions or geographic references that those graphics represent. 3 Provide critical role-player inputs during simulations to accurately represent the inputs of pilot of fighter, attack, bomber, rotary wing, and unmanned aircraft systems; U.S. Army Fires Direction Center; Joint Fires Observer (JFO); and ground forces maneuver commander. 3 Maintain archives related to training accomplished in the simulators to include preparing and presenting required training reports and metrics for submission to higher headquarters, as required. 3 Maintain knowledge of Close Air Support (CAS) aircraft TTPs, munitions, and procedures to ensure that CAS aircraft in simulation events accurately mirror the actions and effects that personnel will experience in real-world operations. Converts unclassified weapons effects data to classified data to ensure that weapons effects within simulations accurately reflect what users can expect to see during operations. 3 Utilize manufacturer provided operators manuals to remain proficient on the use of multiple simulator-specific software's to create complex scripts that ensure all training objectives are met in accordance with the instructor's desires and in a manner that is consistent from student to student. 3 Create scenarios that accurately reflect the challenges of coordinating operations in a combined arms fight. 3 Monitor and report status of all squadron owned mission crew/operator training devices and network operations to facilitate uninterrupted simulator operations to the squadron and higher headquarters, as required. Travel Requirements 0 - 10% Job Requirements 3 Must hold a bachelor's degree (Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science or Software Engineering) from an ABET accredited or NCAE-C designated institution, or Certifications (A+,CND, or Network+). 3 3 years practical experience with air-to-ground operations. 3 3 years practical experience with military simulation training device operations 3 Must possess and maintain Cyberspace Foundational Certification IAW DoDM 8140.03. 3 Minimum of 6-months experience operating, maintaining, or supporting simulation equipment, virtual technologies, or other related systems, such as training devices, or immersive technology solutions. 3 One year's experience in design, development and/or execution of exercises/evaluations. 3 Must maintain Cyberspace Continuous Professional Development requirements, minimum of 20 hour per year, as required by DoDM 8140.03 and report continuing educational hours 3 Must possess excellent verbal and written communication skills 3 Must possess a customer service approach, to include but not limited to a people-first attitude, problem-solving, and maintaining the highest standards of personal/professional ethics 3 Must be Proficient in the use of Microsoft applications (MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel) 3 Knowledge of and skill in use of various virtual meeting platforms to include Microsoft Teams, Webex, and Zoom with the ability to adapt to using other various remote work tools 3 Expert knowledge of and skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques in order to plan, schedule, and analyze complex processes 3 Must be a U.S. citizen with a valid U.S. passport and possess or obtain/maintain a minimum Secret clearance 3 Must have authorization to work in the United States as defined by the Immigration Reform Act of 1986 #CJ Category Information Technology Location Fort Riley - KT - Fort Riley, KS 66442 US (Primary) Education Bachelor's Degree