Weapon System Program Manager

Job Title: Weapon System Program Manager

Work Location: Barksdale AFB, LA

Clearance: Current active TS+

Please note that you must be a US citizen to apply to this job posting

Education: BS/BA is desired; or HS Diploma/GED and 8 experience in lieu of degree

Experience: 4 years

Certification: Current IAT level II certification is desired

Travel: 18 trips per calendar year anticipated

Salary: Commensurate with experience

Job Listing Number: LA18006

LCAT: 19001 AOC Weapon System Program Manager

Overview: The AOC Weapon System (WS) is the senior Command and Control (C2) element of the Theater Air Control System (TACS) and operational level focal point for C2 of air and space forces during Air Force (AF) and combined (coalition)/joint operations. Headquarters (HQ) Air Combat Command (ACC) is the Lead Command, Combat Air Force (CAF) lead, and force provider of AOC equipment and personnel as an Air Force component of United States Strategic Command (USSTRATCOM) - [AFGSC], United States Central Command (USCENTCOM) [AFCENT], and United States Southern Command (USSOUTHCOM) [AFSOUTH]. There are numerous AOC entities at separate locations world-wide, providing fixed and deployable, training and innovation, functional, and manpower augmentation capabilities

The 608 AOC requires Advisory and Assistance Services (A&AS) as AOC functional operators, technicians and subject matter experts (SME) to augment and enhance forces and operations as follows:

• Integrating 608 AOC operations, global strike, and global Command, Control, Communications, Computers, and Intelligence (C4I);
• Planning, defining, implementation, and operational management of global communications systems, Common Operational Picture (COP) and the AOC WS;
• Employing an integrated systems approach to assist with properly developing, implementing, testing, planning, and managing the AOC WS;
• Building and maintaining Crew Mission Readiness program for the AOC WS Training and STAN/EVAL support functions;
• Developing and promoting best Knowledge Management practices using cyber operational data for Senior AOC Leadership.

Specific Duties:  AOC Weapon System Program Management:

• Provide liaison between the AOC Commander and the Chief of AOC Systems to ensure approximately 200 AOC Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Intelligence (C4I) systems are setup, configured and operating in a manner that meets operational needs.
• Submit validated C4I requirements to the Chief, AOC COMM Team (ACT).
• Coordinate with HHQ on theater-wide C4I systems issues at the operational level.
• Report to AOC Director on implementation and strict compliance of System Program Office (SPO) and MAJCOM CM policies as well as site specific standards.
• Maintain current as-built site configuration in the CM status accounting tool at the management level.
• Maintain as-built CM status accounting records on floor plans and architectures.
• Prepare, submit and monitor Request for Variance letters.
• Travel in support of operations in support of exercises and experiments that may require CONUS and OCONUS travel.
• Participate in AOC Weapons System Development and Operational Tests.
• Assist the Information Assurance Manager to resolve site security and accreditation issues.
• Serve as the AOC/CC focal point and principle advisor for AOC day-to-day CM decisions, site CRB/CCB meetings and any other CM related duties and responsibilities.
• Establish and maintain strict control of master media and documentation libraries.
• Conduct CM audits and physical inventories.
• Coordinate with site users and develop procedures for submitting enterprise change requests to the program management office.
• Manage and process site request for variances for all configurable items that deviate from the weapon system baseline.
• Establish and conduct initial and annual configuration management training to site personnel.

Skills:

• Critical thinking skills, both qualitatively and quantitatively
• Ability to prepare a well-grounded, defensible argument
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and verbal
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multi-task
• Strong technical and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Familiarity with USSTRATCOM and JIOWC organization desired
• Familiarity with Joint processes, operations, and commands.

Qualifications:

• Active current TS+ security clearance
• Willing and able to travel when required
• Possess at least three (3) years of demonstrated relevant experience working with AOC Weapon Systems and familiarity with Air Force Instruction (AFI) 13-1 AOC Volume 3 Operational Procedures Air and Space Operations Center, secure facility access processes
• Possess one or more of the related communications systems or certifications specified below:
  • NIPRNet and SIPRNet network enterprise environments;
  • Microsoft Windows operating system software for servers and workstations;
  • Solaris operating systems;
  • VMWare;
  • Oracle software for servers and workstations;
  • Red Hat Certified Systems Administrator (RHCSA) certification;
  • Current IAT level II certification(s);
  • Completion of a formal C2 FTU AOCIQTSYS and/or AOCIQTNET course or equivalent
• Possess a minimum of four (4) years of experience (or two (2) years of technical training plus two (2) years' experience) providing maintenance, technical, logistics, and life cycle support for the types of equipment applicable to the maintenance of a network.
• Possess demonstrated relative knowledge of intelligence capabilities, processes, and tasking mechanisms necessary to support Government efforts for performance of AOC Weapon Systems (WS) (highly desired).

To apply to this position please go to www.s4inc.com and click on Careers to complete and an employment application and to upload your resume.

S4 Inc. offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package with 401(k), and universal time off.  We are an Equal Opportunity Employerminorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity. S4 participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.  If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding position, then we invite you to submit your resume including salary history/requirements.  Candidate selected must be able to obtain and maintain the security clearance required by the contract at all times

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, and need a reasonable accommodation to apply to a position, please contact Michelle Sweeney, HR Manager, by phone at (781) 273-1600 or by email at accommodation@s4inc.com.

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