United States onlySigma Defense is seeking an MQ-9 Communications SME to support AFLCMC/WIIM in the standup, operation, and maintenance of the MQ-9 communications systems, network architectures to include the MQ-9 Ground Control Station (GCS), relay site SATCOM, Aircraft Control Network (ACN), sensor product dissemination including full motion video, and Squadron Operations Center (SOC) ancillary systems.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled: Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
Requirements
- 10 years of communications engineering with MQ-9 experience.
- Knowledge of MQ-9 GCS, control network, operations center systems, and operations engineering to include knowledge of RPA mission systems.
Candidate Differentiators:
- Detailed knowledge of current GCS architecture and systems.
- Detailed knowledge of current MQ-9 ACN architecture, the network operations and controls, system hardware, and network management requirements.
- Detailed knowledge of current MQ-9 SOC, ancillary systems, network operations supporting the SOC and controls, system hardware, and network management requirements.
- Understanding of RMF, CNSS-1253, NIST-800 series, ACAS scanning, running, and reviewing DISA STIGs, Pen Testing, Aircraft Systems (1553, RF, GPS).
- Understanding of SATCOM fundamentals and RF mitigation tools.
- Experience with Networking, RF, Serial Data, 1553, and testing tools.
- Familiarity with a variety of the field's concepts, practices, and procedures to supporting RPA operations.
- Familiarity with formal MQ-9 1067/107 processes.
- Knowledge of GCS, ACN, and SOC encryption and data protection requirements.
- Knowledge of Air Force and DISA network technology; planning documents and the application of these documents to the system infrastructure; deployment and mobility requirements; management of programs projects and logistics support actions; and management of program or project implementation actions.
- Detailed knowledge of RPA mission network and Ethernet, local and wide area networks; UNIX and non-UNIX operating systems and regulatory requirements; and secure compartmented policies and regulations.
- Experience in the remote piloted aircraft (RPA) field or in a related area for at least 10 years.
- Experience supporting an RPA command and control network, preferably the Mq-9 for 3 - 5 years.
Personnel Clearance Level:
- Candidate must possess an active, DoD issued TS/SCI security clearance.
Education Requirements:
- Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university; no specific discipline.
Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive):
- Assist the with continued development and management of the MQ-9 remote split operations architectures, management and practices, and provide assistance in the configuration management of the enterprise.
- Support all MQ-9 stakeholders in the identification and troubleshooting of anomalies, provide recommendations on solutions, and support testing and fielding those solutions.
- Assist with the continued development and management of the relay site architecture, system development and fielding, and provide assistance in the configuration management of the MQ-9 enterprise.
- The team will support all MQ-9 SOC stakeholders in the identification and troubleshooting of SOC systems, provide recommendations on solutions, and support testing and fielding those solutions.
- Conduct site surveys as required in the standup of new MQ-9 sites/nodes and provide installation and technical assistance at new locations.
- Represent AFLCMC/WIIM on matters relating to the MQ-9 communications at conferences, development of test plans, author supporting cyber documentation, and review contracts when directed by WIIM.
- Provide analytical and advisory support to leadership while acting as a systems analyst and advisor to AFLCMC/WIIM.
- Serve as the AFLCMC/WIIM SME on the MQ-9 remote split operations to support system expansion, upgrades, and resolution of deficiency reports (DRs).
- Provide technical assistance and impact assessments on installation and modification on the network and ancillary systems/software needed to monitor, manage, or operate the networks.
- 30% travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations supporting MQ-9 conferences, systems, and operations.
- Conduct site surveys and installation/upgrade requirements assessments as needed.
- Coordinate with various agencies and contractors to include HQ ACC/A589, HQ AFSOC/A6, ANG, and others as required.
- Analyze and evaluate project status and planning to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.
- Conduct research of new and existing technologies to suggest and/or recommend technical solutions for new modifications or to resolve system deficiencies.
- Review planning and implementation source documents consisting of architectures, configuration management plans, and correspondence for accuracy and completeness.
- Lead and direct work of others when designated as the Government representative.
- Attend conferences and working groups for MQ-9 communications.
Salary Range: $145,000 - $160,000 annually.
Benefits
- Dental and Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
- 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO) with Carry-Over up to 240 hours
- 12 (Floating) Holidays
- Educational Assistance
- Highly Competitive Salary
