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Job Description:

Parsons is looking for an amazingly talented Tactical Data Link SME that will perform integration, testing, configuration, and troubleshooting of TDL systems, as well as providing Field Service Representative (FSR) support and documentation. Responsibilities include supporting the Link-16 communication network. **This position is located in Ramstein AFB, Germany (International Assignment) **NO REMOTE WORK**

What You'll Be Doing:

• Set up, maintain, and configure TDL equipment, interfaces, and connections to HF, UHF, SATCOM communications systems, and associated cryptographic equipment. Plan and schedule TDL and related communications equipment installation and maintenance. Resolve installation and maintenance discrepancies using applicable directives, diagrams, and installation systems records.

• Work with Systems Administrators, Network Engineers, and System Engineers to design and develop Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems from the ground-up for deployment and remote operation in austere environments.

• Initiate and conduct system verification tests to assess the capability and effectiveness of the datalink architecture and related communications systems and make recommendations to improve the overall datalink architecture.

• Install, remove, and configure TDL hardware and software as required, perform system startups, reboots, configure TDL man-machine and machine-machine interfaces, and system shutdowns. Monitor system performance and generate periodic summaries of system performance and usage.

• Develop preventive maintenance schedules and conduct periodic preventive maintenance, perform user account administration tasks, monitor and archive logs and audit files, apply patches as directed by the government/ISSO, and identify and correct system failures. Report suspicious activities identified through monitoring logs and audit files.

• Support configuration management activities by maintaining and providing TDL architectural diagrams, equipment listings, and software versioning and configuration information to each operator or subordinate unit upon request.

• Review OPTASKLINK to ensure Link-16 networks are configured in accordance with (IAW) most recent guidance.

• Inspect and test assigned systems and components; coordinate with commercial vendors and maintenance depots as required to test system components and assemblies to isolate faulty hardware and software; remove, repair, replace, and restore datalink systems or subsystems.

What Required Skills You'll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, computer information systems, or related discipline. May substitute 10+ years of relevant military datalink and ground radio experience for required educational qualifications.

• Must have a minimum of 5-8 years of experience working with datalink and ground radio systems.

• Completion of JT- 102 Multi-Tactical Data Link Advanced Joint Interoperability Course is required.

• Multi-TDL Operations Planning Course, JT-201.

• Experience operating and maintaining Link-16, and Joint Range Extension Application Protocols (JREAP A, B, and C) beyond line-of-sight data link networks.

• Experience operating and maintaining various versions of the gateway software, Move Out/Jump Off (MOJO), and Battlefield Awareness & Targeting System - Dismounted (BATS-D) PRC-161.

• Experience operating and maintaining various ground radios.

• Active DoD Secret clearance is required

• **This position is located in Ramstein AFB, Germany (International Assignment) **NO REMOTE WORK**

What Desired Skills You'll Bring:

• Extensive knowledge of ADSI, JRE, CSI, MIDS LVT, and Basic Windows and Linux Red Hat Enterprise.

• Experience with Network Integration and protocols (IP, TCP, and UDP).

• Experience using Data Extrapolation and Reduction Guide (DERG) to locate and resolve issues in Link-16 networks.

Security Clearance Requirement:

An active Secret security clearance is required for this position.​

This position is part of our Federal Solutions team.

The Federal Solutions segment delivers resources to our US government customers that ensure the success of missions around the globe. Our intelligent employees drive the state of the art as they provide services and solutions in the areas of defense, security, intelligence, infrastructure, and environmental. We promote a culture of excellence and close-knit teams that take pride in delivering, protecting, and sustaining our nation's most critical assets, from Earth to cyberspace. Throughout the company, our people are anticipating what’s next to deliver the solutions our customers need now.

Salary Range: $100,900.00 - $176,600.00

We value our employees and want our employees to take care of their overall wellbeing, which is why we offer best-in-class benefits such as medical, dental, vision, paid time off, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), 401(k), life insurance, flexible work schedules, and holidays to fit your busy lifestyle!

This position will be posted for a minimum of 3 days and will continue to be posted for an average of 30 days until a qualified applicant is selected or the position has been cancelled.

Parsons is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other protected status.

We truly invest and care about our employee’s wellbeing and provide endless growth opportunities as the sky is the limit, so aim for the stars! Imagine next and join the Parsons quest—APPLY TODAY!

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