DCGS Intelligence Systems Support

PatchPlus Consulting, Inc.; Westphalia (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PatchPlus Consulting, Inc. seeks a highly motivated Subject Matter Expert in Distributed Common Ground Systems (DCGS) intelligence systems to support ANG ISR staff onsite.

The role blends ISR expertise with strong communication and management skills to advance ANG DCGS capabilities. The ideal candidate will possess experience with military budgeting and acquisition, and hold a TOP SECRET (SCI eligible) clearance.

Qualifications

• TOP SECRET (SCI eligible) clearance is required.
• Associate’s degree required; degree waived with 15 years related experience.
• Experience with military acquisition and budgeting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the point of contact for acquisition and integration at ANG DCGS units.
• Coordinate with HAF, MAJCOMs, NGB and ANG staffs to synchronize DCGS installations and upgrades.
• Analyze DCGS issues and recommend solutions to ANG ISR staff and SPO.
• Communicate NGB guidance and oversee DCGS weapon system installations at ANG field units.
• Inform ANG ISR staff of training requirements for DCGS upgrades.

Skills

DCGS

ISR systems

Program management

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The National Guard Bureau’s (NGB’s) Air National Guard staff is responsible for the budgetary planning, system architecture, and functional management at the NGB for ANG ISR, RPA/Strike, Cyber/IT and C2 asset integration into the active-duty U.S. Air Force (USAF) architecture.

We are looking for a highly motivated Subject Matter Expert in Distributed Common Ground Systems (DCGS) intelligence systems to provide onsite support to the Air National Guard (ANG) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) staff. This position requires a unique blend of ISR expertise, communication, and management skills.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate traits that align with PatchPlus’ guiding principles – Purpose, Proficiency, and Character. PatchPlus’ purpose is to continue to make a difference to our nation’s security while providing persistent, meaningful employment to its owner-employees. Proficiency defines the PatchPlus ethos where we seek to hire and develop members who possess a high degree of competence, skill and expertise in their field of work. Character is the moral compass in each member that guides us to do the right things.

Responsibilities/Duties

• Serve as the point of contact for issues involving acquisition and integration matters at ANG DCGS units
• Coordinate with Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Major Commands, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and ANG staffs and ANG operational field units to synchronize and coordinate current and future ANG DCGS installations and capabilities upgrades and provide “cradle-to-grave” systems support
• Analyze DCGS systems issues and recommend solutions to the ANG ISR staff, upon their selection of a solution work with ANG DCGS field units, the DCGS System Program Office (SPO)
• Assist the ANG ISR staff by communicating NGB guidance and providing oversight of DCGS weapon system installation at ANG field units
• Inform ANG ISR staff of personnel training requirements for DCGS weapon system upgrades
• Provide DCGS systems requirements input in support of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) build process for ANG DCGS
• Coordinate with HAF and gaining Major Commands on all ANG requirements and funding issues affecting ANG DCGS sites
• Assist ANG ISR staff with the coordination of National Guard and Reserve Equipment Appropriations requirements for supplemental appropriations and funding
• Travel to DCGS weapon system program management reviews, site visits, and meetings

Requirements

• TOP SECRET (SCI eligible) security clearance
• Associate’s degree (degree waived w/ 15 years of related experience)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering science, physical science, or mathematical discipline
• Experience working in military headquarters staff
• Experience working military acquisition and budgeting