Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) / Joint Integration Subject Matter Expert

Kinetic Concepts; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid time off and federal holidays

Professional-development reimbursement

Job summary

Kinetic Concepts, LLC is seeking a Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) / Joint Integration Subject Matter Expert to provide embedded support to USSOCOM at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. The role focuses on interoperability, network design, and capability integration, requiring on-site work and routine coordination with government leadership.

The ideal candidate will translate complex interoperability issues into actionable recommendations for capability development and acquisition decisions, with

Qualifications

• Active TOP SECRET clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Eight years of progressive experience in tactical data link management, joint fires integration, or joint C4 and communications planning.
• Experience at the O-4 level or equivalent civilian.
• Ability to work on-site at government facilities in Tampa and travel CONUS and OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Serve as principal SME for tactical data link architecture (Link 16, Link 11/22, JREAP, VMF, IP gateways).
• Advise on joint fires integration and data link management across joint/coalition systems.
• Develop, review, and validate network designs, interface control plans, and OPTASK LINK products.

Skills

Security clearance

Interoperability

Joint data link

Written communication

On-site work

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

JOINT INTERFACE CONTROL OFFICER (JICO) / JOINT INTEGRATION SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT

Location: MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida

Employment Type: Full-time, exempt

Work Arrangement: On-site at a government facility

Travel: Approximately 25% CONUS and OCONUS

Clearance Required: Active TOP SECRET with SCI eligibility

ABOUT THE POSITION

Kinetic Concepts, LLC is seeking a Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) / Joint Integration Subject Matter Expert to provide embedded support to the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM).

The selected candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in tactical data link architecture, joint and coalition interoperability, network design, joint fires integration, and spectrum management. This position works directly with government leadership and action officers at the combatant command headquarters level.

The ideal candidate can work independently, collaborate across joint and component staffs, and translate complex interoperability issues into clear recommendations that support capability development and acquisition decisions.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve as the principal subject matter expert for tactical data link architecture, including Link 16, Link 11/22, JREAP, VMF, and IP-based gateway and translation solutions.
• Advise on joint fires integration and tactical data link management across joint and coalition systems.
• Develop, review, and validate network architecture designs, interface control plans, OPTASK LINK-type products, and other joint interface control products.
• Support experimentation events, exercises, technology demonstrations, and capability integration efforts.
• Evaluate connectivity and data-sharing performance among distributed experimentation and test locations.
• Identify interoperability and architecture gaps and recommend technical or procedural solutions.
• Support spectrum management planning, frequency deconfliction, host-nation coordination, and interference resolution.
• Coordinate with Theater Special Operations Commands, component J6 staffs, program executive offices, and command C4 organizations.
• Help define network requirements, workstation specifications, and communications staffing requirements for joint and combined task force environments.
• Evaluate emerging communications capabilities, including high-frequency and over-the-horizon targeting solutions, multi-band handheld radios, and associated waveforms.
• Support software and hardware fielding activities, configuration reviews, release coordination, user documentation, and training material development.
• Review Capability Development Documents, concepts of operation, and related capability documentation.
• Prepare white papers, technical assessments, capability-gap analyses, after-action reports, trip reports, and recurring activity reports at the appropriate classification level.
• Brief findings and recommendations to senior military and civilian leaders.
• Represent the command at working groups, planning conferences, industry days, and vendor engagements.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Active TOP SECRET security clearance with SCI eligibility.
• Formal Joint Interface Control Officer qualification or an equivalent recognized multi-TDL or joint interoperability qualification.
• At least eight years of progressive experience in tactical data link management, joint fires integration, or joint C4 and communications planning.
• Experience at the O-4, senior noncommissioned officer, or equivalent civilian level.
• Hands-on experience with Link 16 network design, planning, management, network participation, and interoperability troubleshooting in joint or coalition environments.
• Working knowledge of joint spectrum management processes, frequency-assignment procedures, and interference reporting and resolution.
• Experience working on a joint, combatant command, or component-level staff.
• Ability to coordinate across staff directorates and externally with program offices and industry partners.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare staff-quality written products and brief senior military and civilian leaders.
• Ability to work on-site at government facilities in Tampa and travel CONUS and OCONUS as required.
• Proficiency with government office-productivity tools.
• Ability to work across NIPRNET, SIPRNET, and JWICS environments at government facilities.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Previous service in a Special Operations Forces unit, Theater Special Operations Command, or SOF component command.
• Experience supporting USSOCOM capability development, experimentation, or force-modernization activities.
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical, operational, or management discipline. Equivalent operational experience may be considered in place of a degree.
• Familiarity with the JICO Support System and associated planning and management tools.
• Experience with mission-command and situational-awareness applications and their data-distribution architectures.
• Familiarity with JCIDS documentation, DOTMLPF-P analysis, and the requirements and acquisition documentation process.
• Experience with high-frequency communications, over-the-horizon targeting capabilities, or emerging waveform development.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Full-time employment supporting a multi-year contract.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) with employer match, subject to eligibility requirements.
• Paid time off and paid federal holidays.
• Life insurance and short-term disability benefits, if eligible.
• Professional-development and certification reimbursement, if eligible.
• Reimbursable business travel in accordance with company policy.

ABOUT KINETIC CONCEPTS

Kinetic Concepts, LLC is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business and SBA 8(a)-certified company.

Kinetic Concepts provides equal employment opportunities and prohibits discrimination in any aspect of employment based on sex, race, color, age, national origin, religion, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.