AFATDS SME - Security-Cleared Tactical Data Systems Lead

C4 Planning Solutions, LLC; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

C4 Planning Solutions, LLC is seeking an Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to enable FMF warfighters to configure, troubleshoot, and operate AFATDS/THSv2, providing single-system control for close air support and artillery missions. The role requires 3+ years of military IT experience, active clearance, CompTIA Security+.

Travel to Camp Pendleton, CA, and CONUS/OCONUS support are expected, with a 24x7 environment readiness and hands‑on expertise

Qualifications

• Active security clearance required.
• CompTIA Security+ certification required.
• Minimum 3 years of related experience.
• Experience with military training and education is preferred.
• Willing to work in a 24x7x365 secured environment.

Responsibilities

• Setup, configure, troubleshoot, and operate AFATDS/THSv2.
• Assist FMF warfighters in controlling close air support and fire missions.
• Support Tactical C5ISR systems in CONUS and OCONUS.

Skills

AFATDS setup and operation

THSv2 configuration and sustainment

JADOCS integration

C5ISR networks familiarity

Marine Corps targeting policies

Military training delivery

Technical documentation writing

Strong troubleshooting skills

Security clearance

CompTIA Security+ certification

Education

Experience equal to degree level if no higher education degrees exist

Knowledge of USMC tactical fire systems (AFATDS, THSv2)

Familiar with laser rangefinders, designators, FMV receivers

Tools

JADOCS

THSv2

Marine radios and networks

Job description

C4 Planning Solutions, LLC is seeking an Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) Subject Matter Expert (SME) to enable FMF warfighters to configure, troubleshoot, and operate AFATDS/THSv2, providing single-system control for close air support and artillery missions. The role requires 3+ years of military IT experience, active clearance, CompTIA Security+.

Travel to Camp Pendleton, CA, and CONUS/OCONUS support are expected, with a 24x7 environment readiness and hands‑on expertise