IBS and Tactical Terminal Support

ASRC Federal; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

ASRC Federal Broadleaf seeks a highly motivated IBS and Tactical Terminal Support professional to translate Air Force data requirements to the Joint IBS Community and support AFTT integration. You will develop CONOPs, ISPs, and CDDs, and coordinate funding and schedules with SPOs and program offices to enable hardware and software upgrades across AF weapon systems.

You will also facilitate distribution of IBS software and assist in planning and documentation for program objectives, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, management or other related technical or scientific discipline.
• Active TS/SCI or Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Five (5) years’ minimum experience with Information Technology in Intelligence Community or similar systems.
• Three (3) years supporting data dissemination architectures (e.g., UHF, OTA paths, SIPRNET, JWICS).
• Three (3) years supporting IBS or similar inter-Service Interoperability; understand IBS architectures of other services and Five Eyes nations.
• Five (5) years’ minimum action officer experience.
• Three (3) years’ prior staff experience at Higher Headquarters (MAJCOM, NAF, HAF or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Develop IBS inputs to CONOPs, CONEMPs, ISPs, and CDDs for AF weapon systems and contribute to AFTT documentation.
• Coordinate with SPO commands to validate integration funding, schedules, and advocacy for upgrades.
• Coordinate with depot and users to ensure accurate shipment and return of COMSEC items (CCI).
• Assist in identifying and validating AF and Joint user IBS software requirements and coordinate CCB changes.
• Support planning, training, and programming documentation and unfunded requirements evaluation.

Skills

Clearance TS/SCI

Interagency collaboration

Technical writing

Systems engineering basics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field

Tools

SIPRNET

JWICS

Job description

ASRC Federal Broadleaf is a premier provider of systems engineering, software engineering, system integration and project management services for real-time, mission-critical defense systems. As an Alaska Native owned corporation, our work helps secure an enduring future for our shareholders. Join our team and discover why we are a top veteran employer and Certified Great Place to Work.

We are seeking a highly motivated IBS and Tactical Terminal Support position to understand and articulate Air Force MAJCOM/Component/Weapon System IBS Data Requirements to the Joint IBS Community. This includes new data requirements, revision to existing/emerging message formats, and architecture modifications. Assist ACC/A5J in synchronizing current and future Joint IBS Enterprise requirements. Provide broadcast, data dissemination, and Air Force Tactical Terminal (AFTT) technical assistance to platform System Program Offices (SPO) during IBS terminal integration.

Responsibilities

• Develop IBS inputs to Concept of Operations (CONOPs), Concept of Employment (CONEMPs), Information Support Plans (ISPs), and CDDs for AF weapon systems. Provide input to AFTT documentation, i.e., System Operating Manuals (SOM), Integrated Logistics Support Plans (ILSPs), Memorandum of Agreements (MOA), etc. Participate in technical, integrated logistics support (ILS) and program meetings.
• Understand and articulate Air Force MAJCOM/Component/Weapon System IBS hardware requirements to include implementation of changes from existing configurations. Coordinate with SPO operating commands to validate integration funding availability and integration schedules. Assist with advocacy and planning for funding, procurement, acceptance, testing, and fielding of technology insertion and upgrades.
• Coordinate with depot and users to ensure accurate and accountable shipment and return of COMSEC Controlled Items (CCI).
• Assist in the identification and validation of AF and Joint user IBS software application requirements. Assist with configuration management processes for AF IBS software. Coordinate approved CCB changes to IBS software baselines; identify associated cost for updates. Identify distribution needs and delivery of AF IBS software applications to Joint users. Identify program funding needs for current and out-year software sustainment advocacy.
• Support Service-wide IBS training capability for over 2,000+ user base. Develop and assist in the implementation of approved IBS training plans. Training should encompass IBS architecture, broadcasts, data types, dissemination timelines for all hardware terminals and software applications. Training material must be scalable to satisfy needs of AF user organizations and ready for hand-off to Weapons School, Mission Planning School, and enlisted/officer courses.
• Assist in developing and coordinating on planning and programming documentation, Program Objective Memoranda (POM) justification, briefings, submissions, and in the evaluation of initiatives, disconnects, and offsets. Assist in the development of unfunded requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information systems, business administration, management or other related technical or scientific discipline.
• Active TS/SCI or at the minimum Top Secret with SCI eligibility.
• Five (5) years’ minimum experience with Information Technology in Intelligence Community or similar systems. Three (3) years supporting data dissemination architectures, i.e. UHF, Alternate Over-The-Air (OTA) paths, SIPRNET, and JWICS.
• Three (3) years supporting IBS or similar inter-Service Interoperability; understand IBS architectures of other services and Five Eye collaborating nations to enable leveraging of existing capabilities to support AF, joint and coalition warfighters.
• Five (5) years’ minimum action officer experience.
• Three (3) years’ prior staff experience at Higher Headquarters (HHQ), e.g. MAJCOM, NAF, HAF or equivalent.

Schedule

• Core hours are from 0800-1700 M-F - you can work with your customer leadership to set hours
• You can flex time during the 2 week pay cycle - avoid using PTO for appointments
• A compressed work schedule may be available at the discretion of work center leadership (i.e. 4/10 or 9/80)

Why ASRC?

As a wholly owned subsidiary of Arctic Slope Regional Corporation, an Alaska Native Corporation, we are inspired by the Iñupiat culture. We embrace stewardship and the idea of using every resource effectively; teamwork when striving to achieve goals and building a collaborative environment; integrity in adhering to high moral principles and professional standards; respect in welcoming and regarding the differing opinions, experiences, rights and traditions of others; accountability in that we meet our commitments and take responsibility for our results; and continuous improvement, always striving to make things better, raising the bar and staying humble.

Advantages of Working at ASRC Federal:

• Purpose-Driven Careers: Join a company recognized as a:
  • Certified Great Place to Work
  • Military Times’ Best for Vets Employer
  • Military.com’s Top 25 Veteran Employer

Comprehensive Benefits:

• Insurance Coverage: Comprehensive plans for medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and short-term/long-term disability
• Paid Leave: Inclusive policies for bereavement, military obligations, and parental needs, along with 11 paid holidays annually
• Retirement Savings: A 401(k) plan with a generous company match and immediate vesting to help secure your financial future
• Incentives: Employee referral bonuses to reward you for helping grow the ASRC Federal Family

Learning and Development:

• After 90 days of employment, regular full-time employees are eligible for our professional development program. This includes annual funding for:
• Pursuing Associate’s, Bachelor’s, or Graduate Degrees
• Obtaining industry-standard professional certifications
• Participating in professional certificate programs
• Covering registration fees for professional conferences

Centers of Excellence:

We established the Centers of Excellence to build, leverage and grow our technological capabilities, best practices and offer professional development for our technical teams. They contain many Communities of Practice which areforums that offer a platform to share ideas, best practices, innovations, and to collaborate with technical peers.

Embark on a career with ASRC Federal Broadleaf, where your growth, purpose, and well-being are at the forefront of what we do!

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