Guardian Angel C4ISR Technician

Description

The Guardian Angel (Pararescue) C4ISR Technician has extensive intelligence, communications, and/or avionics career field experience to support training, modernization, modification, and tactical employment efforts at USAF Guardian Angel (GA) or CSAR units both CONUS and OCONUS. 

• The major areas of unit support: Pararescue Ground Operations Support; Mission systems compatibility; Applications and Processes.
• Ground Operations Support: Assist deployed Pararescue operations with execution of immediate C4I solutions for “time critical” process and information needs in the AOR. Manage and ensure proper feeds (Falcon View, Google Earth, etc.). Set up an operation center for SADL, High Performance Waveform and Radio interfaces. Create interface of SATCOM network to Joint Personnel Recovery Center, GA/Special Tactics Teams and other control entities. Configure gateway interface for Data Link networks. Work with Intel in developing mission requests, tasking, planning, and execution services. Assist in mission planning, preparing and loading devices for missions. Maintain and update monthly data files (maps, imagery, etc.).
• Avionics Support: Provide technical and engineering services for upgrades and integration of ground based C4ISR. Conduct training for Pararescue operators; perform field level diagnostics and repair components, as necessary. Update existing software and load new versions for all ground-based systems and computers. Maintain, troubleshoot, and repair/replace Pararescue communications hardware. Perform pre-mission operational systems checks. Configure system components for operations and interfaces. Handle COMSEC and ensue proper codes are available for missions.
• In addition to normal support duties as described above to maintain operational systems for immediate contingency response, meet Pararescue proficiency requirements, training, and sustainment. Provide direct interface with Weapons and Tactics (W&T), Planning and Intelligence Sections in the development of mission requests, tasking, planning, and execution services for training and contingency operations. Provide training for SADL, HPW, BFSA devices, operational concepts, and cryptographic loading procedures.
• Mission Systems Compatibility: Provide immediate solutions for C4I systems compatibility with established Mission Planning Environment standards. Maintain digital map and imagery databases for all relevant AORs. Prepare mission system equipment for deployment packages. Maintain and update: threat files; EOB data; MTX configuration; CI information; IBSSO, JICO and OPTASKLINK configurations for local flying and for contingency operations in various AORs.
• Applications and Processes: Analyze CSAR unit processes for effective utilization of C4I tools and implement new procedures to accomplish PR core requirements. Apply best solutions from systems currently utilized to create better, faster and new effects and determine best tools to enable CSAR mission workflow. Tailor mission focused, on site, applications and training to high turnover staff, operators, and intelligence personnel.

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran owned company who cares about each employee. We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees. GMRE is a trusted and reliable partner with our government and industry customers, known for performance and integrity, and focused on providing competent and cost-effective capabilities to our clients. GMRE has a deep commitment to our core values about our work, family, achievements, and community.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS/EDUCATION 

• Guardian Angel, HC-130, and HH-60G in intelligence, communications, and/or avionics career fields.
• 5 years’ experience with AF Ground and Aircraft/Weapons System Modification process to include detailed knowledge of AFI 63-101/20-101, the AF 1067 process, and T1 modifications.
• 5 years’ experience configuring/maintaining/operating various tactical communication networks/equipment including SADL, SATCOM radios, SAMS-ESA related systems.
• Experience using, configuring, and maintaining various CSAR mission planning tools and software suites to include Improved Many on Many (IMOM), Falcon View (FVW) with Bird Dog, and Google Earth Enterprise Client (GE/EC).
• High level of GA, HC-130, and HH-60G systems knowledge and expertise, including detailed knowledge of the relevant AF TOs.
• Expert level understanding of US/AF CSAR TTPs including detailed knowledge of relevant AFTTP 3.1 and 3.3 volumes.

SECURITY CLEARANCE 

• Must be able to maintain US Government DoD SECRET security clearance.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS 

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position for meetings, trainings, and/or site visits.
• Position will travel up to 2-3 weeks/ year out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.

Salary : $90,000 - $94,000