Chief Command and Control (C2) Systems Integrator / Principal C2 Architect (5352) (TS/SCI) (Tampa, FL)
$165,000–$180,000 year
On-site · Tampa, Florida, United States
Job Summary
Chief Command and Control (C2) Systems Integrator / Principal C2 Architect, onsite at MacDill AFB, leads enterprise C2 framework design and modernization efforts, advises senior leaders on technology adoption, and ensures interoperability across multi-domain data feeds, coalition partners, and SOF assets. Responsibilities include bridging tactical edge nodes with enterprise and cloud-native C2, integrating CJADC2 initiatives, and guiding AI-driven battel management, data links (e.g., Link 16, SADL, MADL), and COP synchronization to enable decision advantage in contested environments. Requires an active TS/SCI clearance, 15+ years of relevant experience, and a bachelor’s degree in a technical field.
Required Qualifications
- Active TS/SCI clearance with the ability to obtain ACCM and/or Special Access Program (SAP) read-ins as required by the mission
- 15+ years of specialized experience in military operations, command and control systems, tactical data links, systems engineering, or defense contracting, with at least 5 years serving as a senior technical advisor to a Combatant Command (COCOM) or major sub-unified command
- Degree in Computer Information Systems, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related technical field (or equivalent years of experience)
- Experience supporting Joint Task Forces, Combined Air Operations Centers (CAOC), Joint Interface Control Cells (JICC) and SOF
- Expert knowledge of LINK 16, Multi-TDL architectures, coalition interoperability, Mission Partner Environments, tactical gateways, SATCOM architectures and cloud-based C2 infrastructure
- Expertise developing and managing OPTASKLINKs, network architectures, message routing strategies, traffic analysis, and operational data flow management
- Experience with advanced tactical data link capabilities including cryptographic modernization, Partitioned Variable Message (PVM), Datalink Advanced Capabilities, Split Radio architectures, Small Tactical Terminal (STT) and Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS) integration
- Proven track record of leading cross-functional teams of engineers, operators, and acquisition professionals in the rapid fielding of combat-ready systems
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