Shipboard C4I Systems Subject Matter Expert
Location
US-VA-Portsmouth
ID
2025-10272
Category
Field Service Engineer
Position Type
Regular Full-Time
Application Open Date
7 / 14 / 2025
Description
Supporting NIWC LANT on various naval platforms to provide comprehensive C4I System Integration and CSITE technical support to include assessment, maintenance assistance, training, troubleshooting, repair and documentation
- Performing on-platform installation, troubleshooting, and testing of C4I systems and equipment
- Performing system-level software testing to accurately validate operational readiness
- Performing installation and verification tests on modernized and upgraded C4I systems
- Assisting ship's force integrating legacy C4I equipment with modernized or upgraded systems
- Conducting detailed assessments of the condition of C4I systems prior to, and upon completion, of maintenance availability periods
- Providing training to ship's force on safe layup and startup procedures for C4I equipment maintenance during availability periods
- Providing ship's force with system familiarity training, to include references for installing software, performing routine maintenance and troubleshooting NMT, CBSP, LMMT, TDL variants and C2P systems during maintenance availability periods
- Performing light industrial repairs, such as inspection, testing and repair of faulty cabling and connectors
- Reading, understanding and interpreting technical reports diagrams and system drawings
- Completing various administrative tasks to include drafting status reports, documenting configuration changes and tracking on the job training for ship's force
- Providing specialized training on C4I system startup, alignment, and mission-critical circuits while also assessing training effectiveness
- Providing daily written and / or oral status updates of current system support evolution, and support provided to platforms to supervisor and In-Service Engineering Activity (ISEA) personnel
- Supporting and communicating directly with a variety of stakeholders to include government civilians, technical staff, junior and senior military personnel
- Prioritizing tasks and strong ability to meet deadlines
- Working independently with little oversight
- Performing ad-hoc tasking within contract scope
- Travel will occasionally be required to support maintenance availabilities, SOVTs, SOTs, Tech Assists, etc
20-30% annual CONUS and OCONUS travel
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Requirements
Twelve+ years of hands-on experience supporting shipboard C4I systems on multiple classes of naval platforms to include; operating, maintaining, testing, assessing, troubleshooting and repair of SATCOM, tactical data links and TACNET systemsStrong working knowledge of integrated and interfacing C4I systems specifically NMT, CBSP, LMMT, LINKs, and C2PSignificant experience analyzing and providing system engineering services to include troubleshooting and documentation of issuesAbility to effectively communicate via oral and written communications with a variety of stakeholders to include government civilians, technical staff, junior, senior and executive staff military personnelHigh level of soft skills, and professionalism with the ability to build strong working relationships with stakeholders and afloat unitsKnowledge of combat systems department roles and responsibilitiesKnowledge of shipboard evolutions impacting testing, troubleshooting and ship's force availabilityStrong working knowledge of the Navy 3M programHigh degree of self-motivation, time management, ability to prioritize tasking and meet stringent timeline requirementsAbility to work successfully in a collaborative & diverse environment and be a team playerAbility to stand or walk for long periods of time in a shipboard environmentCompTIA Security+ Certification (Within 6 months of hire)Will be required to obtain a passportAbility to travel CONUS and OCONUS 20-30% (nonconsecutive)Potential underway time for workup eventsDesired Skills
Expertise in operating and maintaining SATCOM systems specifically NMT and CBSPExpertise in operating and maintaining TDL specifically LMMT, LINKs, and C2PSignificant 3M experience with the ability to provide ship's force with the proper 3M training on C4I systemsPrior Navy instructor experience, SATCOM or TDL specific course of instruction a plusExperience creating comprehensive training material including presentations, handouts and practical exercisesSignificant experience articulately drafting and submitting various technical reportsEffective management of multiple projects and requirements across multiple locationsStrong knowledge of shipboard system installations and associated documentation to include SIDs and system technical manualsSignificant experience working through shipboard evolutions and communicating with combat systems chain of commandSignificant knowledge of shipboard radio communications centerClearance Information
SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE SECRET LEVEL
Travel Requirements
20-30% annual CONUS and OCONUS travel to LANT AOR naval installationsAbout Us
Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.
SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals starting at 10 days of vacation and 5 days of sick leave annually, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
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