Link-16 Network Designer

TACG is seeking a Link 16- Network Designer to support the US Government Foreign Military Sales (FMS) contract for Royal Saudi Air Force (RSAF) Link-16 Network Design.  This full-time position is located at HQ RSAF in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and includes lodging, transportation, cell phones and other amenities as part of employment.

 Responsibilities: 

• Develop and update RSAF Link 16 networks as required.
• Develop Link 16 networks for exercises with coalition partners.
• Provide JNDA OJT to RSAF personnel.
• Monitor and provide feedback on operational and training Link 16 networks.
• Provide expert Link 16 support to RSAF with key operational solutions to issues that arise during daily Link 16 operations.
• Required to work both individually and collectively within the guidelines and directions provided by Head of Department (HoD).
• Execute tasks assigned by HoD related to Link 16 including attending meetings and conferences, preparing briefings, etc…

Qualifications:

• Active Secret Clearance
• 4-year college degree or 10-year military experience in lieu of college degree.
• 4 years’ experience designing Link 16 Networks.
• 2 years’ experience designing Link 16 Networks for modernized Link 16 terminals (MIDS LVT-1 BU2 and MIDS JTRS).
• 7 years of military Link 16 experience preferred.
• Must be proficient in the use of Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA) tool.

Skills & Experience:

• Candidate shall have a strong overall Link 16 knowledge base. The candidate shall be proficient in the use of the JNDA tool.
• Candidate shall have experience developing Link 16 networks for modernized Link 16 terminals.
• Candidate shall have experience developing Link 16 networks that incorporate all aspects of a modernized Link 16 network to include: CMN4, CCR, LET, etc.
• Candidate shall have experience collecting IER’s and platform specific data for platforms that will be included in new and updated Link 16 networks.
• Candidate shall have experience evaluating and troubleshooting Link 16 Networks.
• Candidate shall have experience providing OJT on the use of the JNDA to other RSAF personnel learning to design Link 16 networks.
• Candidate shall have experience providing support during various technical interchange meetings or conferences, JMM, and platform specific meetings, i.e., AWACS, F- 15’s, RJ, King Air, etc., as required.
• Experience with Tactical Network Design Station (TNDS) a plus.

About Copper River & The Native Village of Eyak:

Owned by the Native Village of Eyak (NVE), a federally recognized Alaska Native Tribe, the Copper River Family of Companies are a collection of entities that deliver a complementary set of solutions and services to support the diverse missions and requirements of our clients. Proud participants of the Small Business Administration’s (SBA) 8(a) Business Development Program since 2006, our companies consist of both current and graduation SBA 8(a) entities. It is our collective purpose to support the Tribe and diversify the NVE’s ability to facilitate economic advancement.

The income generated from our companies helps the Native Village of Eyak fund health and social services, economic development, natural resource/environmental education, jobs, job training, and other benefits to the NVE in a manner that is consistent with Alaskan Native cultural values and traditions.

Copper River’s Culture

The Copper River Family of Companies has a positive, supportive, and thriving culture. At the foundation of our culture is a focus on collaboration. No matter your role or which operating company you work for, we are ONE TEAM working toward the same goals for our customers and for our collective owner- The Native Village of Eyak. How we treat each other is just as important as the work we deliver.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Flexible Spending Account - healthcare and dependent care
• Health Savings Account - high deductible medical plan
• Retirement 401(k) with employer match
• Open leave policy and paid holidays
• Additional benefits including tuition reimbursement, transportation expense account, employee assistance program, and more! 

Note: These benefits are only applicable to full time, regular associates at Copper River.

Disclaimer:

The Copper River Family of Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.