C2 SME

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc.; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 93,000 - 131,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision benefits

401k matching

Employee stock purchase program

Life insurance

Job summary

BlueWater Federal Solutions Inc. is seeking a C2 Subject Matter Expert to support the Joint Staff J6 Coalition Interoperability Assurance and Validation Office. The role focuses on improving interoperability among U.S.

forces, Combatant Commands, Services, Agencies, and coalition partners through MPE assessments and interoperability analysis. Responsibilities include senior management of C2 tasks, development of analytical reports and briefings, and conducting testing.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years supporting military operational activities; minimum 5 years of C2 experience.
• Active TS with SCI eligibility is required.
• Expert understanding of Multi‑Domain Joint C2 processes and doctrine.
• Experience operating in Joint Operations Centers (JOCs) and Service-level Ops Centers.
• Experience with Friendly Force Tracking (FFT) and tactical C2 devices.
• Understanding of Tactical Data Link (TDL) networks for secure comms.
• Experience troubleshooting C2 connections and data exchanges.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level management of planning, preparation, research, coordination and execution of C2 tasks.
• Develop and deliver detailed analytical reports, workflow visualizations, and briefings.
• Conduct testing activities as required.
• Conduct internal training aligned to subject matter expertise.
• Support sustainment efforts to ensure quality, efficiency, and productivity.

Skills

C2 experience

Joint Ops Centers (JOCs)

FFT knowledge

Operational planning

Leadership communication

Tools

TDL networks

C2 devices

Job description

Overview

BlueWater Federal is looking for C2 SME to support the Joint Staff J6 Coalition Interoperability Assurance and Validation Office.

The mission focuses on improving interoperability between U.S. forces, Combatant Commands, Services, Agencies, and coalition mission partners through Mission Partner Environment (MPE) assessments, interoperability analysis, testing, standards evaluation, and coalition information‑sharing initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior level management of planning, preparation, research, coordination and execution of C2-related tasks, providing analysis and expertise.
• Develop and deliver detailed analytical reports, procedural workflow visualization products, and briefings.
• Conduct testing activities as required.
• Conduct internal training aligned to subject matter expertise.
• Support sustainment efforts to ensure consistent quality, efficiency, and productivity in all assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years supporting military operational activities; minimum 5 years of C2 experience
• Must have an active TS with SCI eligibility
• Possess expert understanding of Multi-Domain Joint C2 processes and doctrine. Experience facilitating effective communication and coordination to enable C2 and Situational Awareness (SA). Experience operating, monitoring, managing, and maintaining Multi-Domain Combined/Joint/Interagency Common Operational Pictures (COPs) at all Strategic, Operational, and Tactical echelons.
• Experience operating in Joint Operations Centers (JOCs) and Service-level Operations Centers, providing Combat Coordination and disseminating time‑critical C2 information and recommendations to leadership.
• Experience with Friendly Force Tracking (FFT) and tactical C2 devices.
• Possess understanding of planning and managing Tactical Data Link (TDL) networks to ensure secure and effective communications.
• Experience troubleshooting C2 connections and multiple data exchanges to enable effective C2.

BlueWater Federal is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. BlueWater Federal is a VEVRAA federal contractor and we request priority referral of veterans.

We offer a competitive health and wellness benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage. Our competitive compensation package includes generous 401k matching, employee stock purchase program, and life insurance options, and time off with pay. Salary range: 93-131K