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Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
IT - Hardware
Boise, ID (On-Site/Office)
Duties
Incumbent plans and establishes tactical communications between all echelons of coalition land, sea and air forces to ensure joint air operations are conducted effectively and efficiently throughout the battlefield. Works with multi-service staffs to integrate and adapt existing systems and plans integration of future technologies to meet user requirements. Develops operating procedures to standardize use of voice and data communications equipment and designs training programs to implement those procedures. Develops and refines telecommunication policies, in coordination with outside agencies, which provide user guidelines. Ensures policies and procedures fall within established agency policies and recommends changes to policy when required. Adapts guidelines for local operating uses which create numbering systems and routing identifiers.
Provides technical assistance, guidance and training to users on all current and new equipment. Provides system design and equipment functionality defining user requirements to program managers and contractors (who manufacture tactical military ground-to-air or ground-to-ground telecommunications equipment). Incumbent defines basic and contingent needs as they pertain to the point-to-multi point transmission of targeting data and time critical information. Develops and reviews specifications of new equipment to ensure they meet user needs and complement mission requirements. Performs cost analysis of equipment acquisition to determine most effective option to meet needs. Incumbent develops, recommends for approval and implements unit Operating Instructions regarding telecommunications and operations training and standards of evaluation.
Instructs on all aspects of air support operations encompassing doctrine, theory, formal classroom, and field performance for joint terminal attack control tactics techniques and procedures. Plans and controls air strikes in close proximity to U.S. and coalition forces. Incumbent is capable of supporting all U.S. and coalition land forces and controlling all allied aircraft delivering ordnance. Incumbent will also provide instruction on standard field practices such as ground and vehicle navigation, bivouac, site selections, terrain analysis, close quarter combat and reaction to direct enemy contact.
Develops instruction and techniques on Close Air Support doctrine, Tactics, Techniques and Procedures to other services. Integrates a synergistic Close Air Support operation function within the land forces scheme of maneuver. Develops and recommends appropriate weapons delivery methods and munitions to the land forces commander. Ensures proper munitions effects and accurate delivery techniques for all aircraft controlled.
Develops, implements and executes all training and evaluation programs by complying with Major Command (MAJCOM), Air National Guard (ANG) and Air Force Instructions to include unit commanders training objectives, combat readiness reports, Joint Terminal Attack Control evaluations and currency requirements on any multi-purpose/bombing range. All training will incorporate instructional systems design (ISD) processes.
Analyzes and identifies trends of problems to recommend best corrective action to include procurement of new equipment or changes to staffing and standards. Analyzes costs of life cycle replacement and advises if new technology or equipment would better serve the needs of users.
Manages telecommunication programs by forecasting unit and community equipment and technology requirements. Recommends changes to existing equipment authorizations to functional managers at National Guard Bureau (NGB) and active duty. Develops staffing levels for current operations and provides planning and execution input to meet deployed or local emergencies.
Manages the radio and frequency spectrum for multiband and multiple nets analyzing assigned nets for effectiveness in the transmission of information. The incumbent will operate and configure the protocols and configurations of highly complex analog and digital communications-electronics equipment, to include Top Secret communications equipment providing voice, data and full motion video capabilities. Advises if new analog or digital nets are needed to meet user requirements. Technical knowledge of electronics, antenna theory and internet protocol configurations are required. Ensures assigned nets are in accordance with published policy and guidance and identifies to higher echelon if there is a violation or conflict with other agencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
Military Grades: E-4 through E-7
THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE REPRESENTED BY THE CONTENTS OF YOUR RESUME.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experience. Resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.
In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
The USA Jobs resume builder is recommended to ensure full credit is given for the qualification requirements listed below. YOUR RESUME MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES, MAXIMUM.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Specialized experience includes experience, education and training that provided knowledge of communications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media; knowledge of electronic communications concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; application of specialized communications methods and analytical techniques; technical knowledge of the operational and performance characteristics of communications equipment, automated control and network management systems, transmission media, and the relationships among component parts of telecommunications systems; and competencies in the subject matter or business processes associated with the DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force telecommunication programs.
Education
There are no additional educational requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).
PERM announcement: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
MORE THAN ONE SELECTION MAY BE MADE FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IF ADDITIONAL IDENTICAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME TITLE, SERIES, GRADE AND UNIT OCCUR.
THE EFFECTIVE/START DATE FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE IAW THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GUIDANCE ON THE TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS MILITARY TECHNICIAN HIRING FREEZE EXEMPTION DATED 29 MARCH 2025.
Incumbent plans and establishes tactical communications between all echelons of coalition land, sea and air forces to ensure joint air operations are conducted effectively and efficiently throughout the battlefield. Works with multi-service staffs to integrate and adapt existing systems and plans integration of future technologies to meet user requirements. Develops operating procedures to standardize use of voice and data communications equipment and designs training programs to implement those procedures. Develops and refines telecommunication policies, in coordination with outside agencies, which provide user guidelines. Ensures policies and procedures fall within established agency policies and recommends changes to policy when required. Adapts guidelines for local operating uses which create numbering systems and routing identifiers.
Provides technical assistance, guidance and training to users on all current and new equipment. Provides system design and equipment functionality defining user requirements to program managers and contractors (who manufacture tactical military ground-to-air or ground-to-ground telecommunications equipment). Incumbent defines basic and contingent needs as they pertain to the point-to-multi point transmission of targeting data and time critical information. Develops and reviews specifications of new equipment to ensure they meet user needs and complement mission requirements. Performs cost analysis of equipment acquisition to determine most effective option to meet needs. Incumbent develops, recommends for approval and implements unit Operating Instructions regarding telecommunications and operations training and standards of evaluation.
Instructs on all aspects of air support operations encompassing doctrine, theory, formal classroom, and field performance for joint terminal attack control tactics techniques and procedures. Plans and controls air strikes in close proximity to U.S. and coalition forces. Incumbent is capable of supporting all U.S. and coalition land forces and controlling all allied aircraft delivering ordnance. Incumbent will also provide instruction on standard field practices such as ground and vehicle navigation, bivouac, site selections, terrain analysis, close quarter combat and reaction to direct enemy contact.
Develops instruction and techniques on Close Air Support doctrine, Tactics, Techniques and Procedures to other services. Integrates a synergistic Close Air Support operation function within the land forces scheme of maneuver. Develops and recommends appropriate weapons delivery methods and munitions to the land forces commander. Ensures proper munitions effects and accurate delivery techniques for all aircraft controlled.
Develops, implements and executes all training and evaluation programs by complying with Major Command (MAJCOM), Air National Guard (ANG) and Air Force Instructions to include unit commanders training objectives, combat readiness reports, Joint Terminal Attack Control evaluations and currency requirements on any multi-purpose/bombing range. All training will incorporate instructional systems design (ISD) processes.
Analyzes and identifies trends of problems to recommend best corrective action to include procurement of new equipment or changes to staffing and standards. Analyzes costs of life cycle replacement and advises if new technology or equipment would better serve the needs of users.
Manages telecommunication programs by forecasting unit and community equipment and technology requirements. Recommends changes to existing equipment authorizations to functional managers at National Guard Bureau (NGB) and active duty. Develops staffing levels for current operations and provides planning and execution input to meet deployed or local emergencies.
Manages the radio and frequency spectrum for multiband and multiple nets analyzing assigned nets for effectiveness in the transmission of information. The incumbent will operate and configure the protocols and configurations of highly complex analog and digital communications-electronics equipment, to include Top Secret communications equipment providing voice, data and full motion video capabilities. Advises if new analog or digital nets are needed to meet user requirements. Technical knowledge of electronics, antenna theory and internet protocol configurations are required. Ensures assigned nets are in accordance with published policy and guidance and identifies to higher echelon if there is a violation or conflict with other agencies.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance.
- JTAC Certification required.
- Permanent positions require a 24-month trial period.
Military Grades: E-4 through E-7
THE FOLLOWING QUALIFICATIONS MUST BE REPRESENTED BY THE CONTENTS OF YOUR RESUME.
Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experience. Resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered.
In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.
The USA Jobs resume builder is recommended to ensure full credit is given for the qualification requirements listed below. YOUR RESUME MUST BE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES, MAXIMUM.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE : Experience in evaluating, analyzing, developing, managing, or improving communications systems, procedures, and requirements that demonstrated knowledge of current developments and trends in communications concepts and technology.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE : Specialized experience includes experience, education and training that provided knowledge of communications equipment, systems, services, and transmission media; knowledge of electronic communications concepts, principles, practices, procedures, policies, standards, and operational requirements; application of specialized communications methods and analytical techniques; technical knowledge of the operational and performance characteristics of communications equipment, automated control and network management systems, transmission media, and the relationships among component parts of telecommunications systems; and competencies in the subject matter or business processes associated with the DoD, U.S. Army, or U.S. Air Force telecommunication programs.
Education
There are no additional educational requirements for this position.
Additional information
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( ).
PERM announcement: As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
- your performance and conduct;
- the needs and interests of the agency;
- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.
Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Candidates will not be hired based on their race, sex, color, religion, or national origin.
MORE THAN ONE SELECTION MAY BE MADE FROM THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IF ADDITIONAL IDENTICAL VACANCIES IN THE SAME TITLE, SERIES, GRADE AND UNIT OCCUR.
THE EFFECTIVE/START DATE FOR THIS POSITION WILL BE IAW THE SECRETARY OF DEFENSE GUIDANCE ON THE TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS MILITARY TECHNICIAN HIRING FREEZE EXEMPTION DATED 29 MARCH 2025.
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