Command and Control (C2) Systems Test Engineer SE-4

Odyssey Systems Consulting Group, Ltd.•Niceville, FL

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Odyssey Consulting Group is hiring a Senior Command and Control (C2) Systems Test Engineer (SE-4) to support the 46 Test Squadron/TGBA under the TMAS III contract at Eglin AFB, Florida. The role supports the Mobile Command and Control Systems Test Team, which plans, executes, and reports on complex Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) events involving networked C2 systems, tactical data links, communications systems, sensors, secure and non-secure voice systems, and related interfaces. The engineer leads test planning and execution, develops test documentation, coordinates with Government and contractor stakeholders, analyzes test data, and reports results. The position supports testing of TOC-L and related systems and subsystems, ABMS and TOC Family of Systems concepts, communications and sensor integration, tactical radios, network equipment, satellite systems, and encryption devices. The role also includes reviewing requirements and designs for testability, participating in contractor test activities, leading test teams, and authoring technical documents and briefings. This is a full-time, onsite position at Eglin AFB, FL, with travel of up to 25% to CONUS and OCONUS contractor facilities, test sites, and other locations. The position requires an active Secret security clearance, U.S. citizenship, and the ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Active Secret security clearance required.
Master of Science degree and 10 years of relevant technical experience; additional experience may be substituted for education.
At least 10 years of relevant technical experience.
Relevant command and control system experience within the past five years.
Experience with networked C2 systems, sensors, tactical data links, and communications systems.
Experience supporting or participating in Developmental Test and Evaluation (DT&E) activities.
One certification from the approved pathway: Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), CyberSec First Responder (CFR), Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC), CompTIA Cloud+, GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC), CompTIA PenTest+, or Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP).
Ability to lift 50 pounds unassisted.
Ability to travel to contractor facilities, test sites, and other CONUS and OCONUS locations.
Ability to develop and manage test plans, procedures, schedules, and reports.
Ability to collect, reduce, analyze, and report test data.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to communicate and present technical information effectively, orally and in writing.
Ability to work independently and as part of an integrated test team.
Ability to lead test teams with minimal supervision.
Strong work ethic and willingness to accept responsibility for assigned tasks.
Self-motivation and ability to identify, organize, coordinate, and execute activities required to accomplish assigned duties.
Ability to collaborate effectively with System Program Offices, military services, Joint Battle Labs, contractors, Field Service Representatives, and other test organizations.
Ability to conduct technical briefings and formal presentations.

Nice To Haves

Strong understanding of fundamental networking principles.
Working knowledge of Link 16, JREAP, UCI, and related tactical data links.
Experience with data-link radios, RF propagation, and ad hoc computer networking.
Experience with serial, IP, LOS, and BLOS tactical data links.
Technical knowledge of DoD air defense systems.
Technical knowledge of DoD radar sensors and sensor data formats.
Experience with GPS systems.
Familiarity with Microsoft and Linux operating systems.
Understanding of acquisition program development and DT&E processes.
Detailed knowledge of Air Force C2 testing methodologies.
Knowledge of systems analysis and application software development concepts used to evaluate emerging technologies.
Knowledge of Air Force C2 test methodologies and capabilities-based DT&E under DoDI 5000.89 and DAFI 99-103.

Responsibilities

Perform as a member of the 46 TS CRC Sustainment Test Team.
Interface with System Program Offices, other military services, Joint Battle Labs, product development contractors, and Field Service Representatives.
Lead the planning, execution, and reporting of Tactical Operations Center-Light (TOC-L) system and subsystem testing.
Conduct testing involving long-haul communications, sensor integration, command and control, secure and non-secure voice systems, radio systems, and tactical data links.
Coordinate tactical data-link testing with other test agencies and program offices.
Support testing involving Advanced Battle Management System (ABMS), TOC-L, and TOC Family of Systems concepts.
Support testing involving tactical radios, including STT, MIDS-JTRS, PRC-161, PRC-117G, PRC-152A, PRC-163, PRC-167, PRC-160, TTNT, and ROVER.
Support testing involving network, computing, switching, and routing devices, including Cisco and Juniper products.
Support testing involving Starlink and Starshield systems.
Support testing involving HAIPE devices, including KG-175F/N.
Review user requirements and manufacturers’ designs to determine testability.
Participate in contractor test activities.
Develop and manage test plans, procedures, schedules, objectives, and supporting documentation.
Execute testing within customer requirements and program constraints.
Produce timely and accurate technical test reports.
Lead teams in the planning, direction, and execution of system testing.
Author technical documents and conduct briefings and formal presentations.
Travel to contractor facilities, test sites, and other CONUS and OCONUS locations to conduct tests, collect data, and perform data reduction.