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Senior Tactical Communications & Coalition Interoperability Subject Matter Expert (SME)

AGE Solutions75 open roles

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$175,000 a year
Where
Fort Meade, MD
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AGE Solutions is a premier technology and professional services company, providing in-depth consulting, advanced technology solutions, and essential services throughout the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence sectors. Prioritizing innovation and client-focused solutions, we assist major agencies in addressing intricate issues and ensuring a more secure future.

AGE Solutions is seeking a Senior Tactical Communications & Coalition Interoperability Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support our DoD customer’s initiatives. The successful candidate will provide operational and technical expertise in tactical communications, joint command and control (C2), tactical data links, military messaging, and multinational interoperability. This position supports the evaluation and integration of emerging technologies to improve information exchange, mission partner collaboration, and communications resilience in tactical, deployed, and contested environments.

The ideal candidate brings significant operational experience in military tactical communications, preferably as a former military communications officer, senior warrant officer, Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO), or equivalent joint communications professional.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Serve as a senior technical and operational advisor on tactical communications, joint C2, tactical data links, military messaging, and coalition interoperability.
  • Assess communications requirements across Combatant Commands, Military Services, and joint or coalition operations to identify capability gaps and recommend improvements.
  • Evaluate tactical communications systems and data exchange technologies, including Link 16, Link 22, Variable Message Format (VMF), and Joint Range Extension Applications Protocol (JREAP).
  • Analyze tactical communications architectures, operational mission threads, and C2 workflows to identify interoperability challenges and potential solutions.
  • Support interoperability assessments involving Mission Partner Environments (MPE), Combined Joint All-Domain Command and Control (CJADC2), and related joint and coalition initiatives.
  • Apply relevant tactical data link and military messaging standards, including MIL-STD-6016, MIL-STD-6017, MIL-STD-6040, MIL-STD-3011, and MIL-STD-2525.
  • Support research, development, test, and evaluation (RDT&E), technology demonstrations, operational experimentation, and mission engineering activities.
  • Develop operational use cases, evaluation criteria, performance measures, and technical assessments for emerging communications and interoperability technologies.
  • Assess proposed solutions for technical feasibility, operational utility, security, reliability, scalability, and suitability for contested environments.
  • Coordinate with DISA leadership, Combatant Commands, Military Services, Joint Staff organizations, industry partners, and international stakeholders.
  • Participate in technical working groups, interoperability forums, program reviews, and technology demonstrations.
  • Identify technical, operational, cybersecurity, and interoperability risks and recommend mitigation strategies.
  • Prepare technical reports, white papers, briefings, recommendations, after-action reports, and other program documentation.

Required Skills, Qualifications, and Experience:

  • Citizenship and Clearance: US Citizenship is required. Must have and maintain a current DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.
  • Education and Certifications: Master’s Degree DoD 8140 Work Role: Research & Development Specialist (661), Intermediate. CompTIA Security+ is an approved certification for this work role and proficiency level. Equivalent qualification through another DoD-approved pathway may be accepted, subject to contract requirements and Government approval where applicable.
  • Experience: 15 years of related experience. Significant professional experience in military tactical communications, joint C2, tactical data links, operational communications planning, or defense interoperability. Experience supporting communications or C2 operations within a Military Service, Combatant Command, joint task force, or comparable operational organization. Experience collaborating with military operators, systems engineers, program managers, and Government stakeholders.
  • Skills and Knowledge: Working knowledge of tactical communications architectures, military messaging, tactical data exchange, and operational interoperability requirements. Familiarity with Link 16 and tactical data link operations, including tactical C2 information exchange and integration. Ability to evaluate operational requirements, identify technical gaps, and develop actionable recommendations. Strong analytical, technical writing, briefing, and communication skills.
  • Location: Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Fort Meade, Maryland. This position follows a hybrid work schedule, requiring presence at Fort Meade as mission requirements dictate.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Former U.S. military tactical communications officer, senior warrant officer (CW3/CW4), JICO, or equivalent communications/C2 specialist.
  • JICO qualification or substantial experience supporting Joint Interface Control Cell (JICC) operations or joint data link management.
  • Experience with multi-tactical data link operations, Joint Multi-TDL Operating Procedures (JMTOP), and tactical communications planning.
  • Operational experience supporting Combatant Commands such as USCENTCOM, USEUCOM, USINDOPACOM, or USSOCOM.
  • Experience with NATO interoperability, Mission Partner Environments, multinational exercises, or coalition information-sharing initiatives.
  • Experience supporting DoD technology demonstrations, operational experimentation, mission engineering, or RDT&E activities.
  • Familiarity with XML-based military messaging, data translation, gateway integration, and tactical-to-enterprise information exchange.
  • Experience working with DISA, Joint Staff J6, Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC), or related DoD interoperability organizations.
  • Knowledge of foreign disclosure requirements for international technology collaboration.

Work Environment and Physical Demand:

  • This position operates in a professional office environment supporting the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA).
  • The position follows a hybrid work schedule, with onsite presence at Fort Meade, Maryland, required based on mission and customer requirements. Candidates must reside within commuting distance of Fort Meade and be available to report onsite as needed.
  • The position requires regular use of standard office equipment, including computers and related technology, and may involve working in secure government facilities.

The projected salary range for this position is $175,000+ annually. Final compensation will be determined based on factors including years of relevant experience, active security clearance level, certifications, technical skillset, contract requirements, and overall qualifications.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

  • 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  • Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  • 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  • Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  • Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  • Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  • Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don’t take a financial hit while serving.
  • Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  • Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.

At AGE, you’ll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

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