Subject Matter Expert (AIS Engineer)
Akima
Provide engineering support and subject matter expertise for the Coast Guard NAIS AIS system
10 days ago ago
Intermediate (4-7 years), Expert & Leadership (13+ years), Experienced (8-12 years), Junior (1-3 years)
Full Time
Suffolk, VA
Hybrid
Company Size
1,500 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction
Project Management
Technical Services
Consulting
Operations & Maintenance
Logistics
IT Services
Sector Specialisms
Facilities & Ground Logistics
Information Technology
Aerospace Solutions
Protective Services
Systems Engineering
Mission Support
Government Security Operations
Detention Management Operations
Role
What you would be doing
anomaly id
lab reproduce
component research
remote troubleshoot
test plans
repair coordination
- Identify NAIS anomalies and reproduce identified anomalies using the NAIS lab(s).
- Research electronic components make, model and manufacturer to meet NAIS requirements.
- Provide input in the development of Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPC).
- The Engineers must act as subject matter experts on NAIS, NAIS hardware, NAIS software, and on AIS related standards.
- Provide input as requested by the USCG in the development of Engineering Change documentation.
- Prepare TCTO documentation for configuration changes in accordance with USCG policies.
- Reports (STR) IAW current USCG processes as required.
- Develop and maintain link loss budgets for NAIS.
- Propose solutions to NAIS requirements gaps.
- Propose and submit System Improvement Reports (SIR) or System Trouble
- Provide input to and review NAIS requirements documents.
- Review for accuracy reports and documentation delivered as directed by the COR.
- Support development of all technical documentation required by C5ISC SELC processes.
- Remotely respond to NAIS system casualties within two business days of notification.
- Act as an alternate to the Network Administrator for remotely configuring NAIS site equipment.
- Engineers must research design changes, develop ways to monitor the system, and identify unique and complex problems with the system that are not detected by routine system monitoring.
- Must advise other Government entities on NAIS capabilities with the COR’s approval.
- Assist in the development of installation design plans.
- Provide documentation to report system casualties and out of tolerance instances in support of system performance metrics.
- Provide formal reports on any deficiencies identified as directed by the COR.
- Respond and have arrived at the remote site and begin initial troubleshooting to NAIS system casualties within seven business days of notification.
- Assist in the development of the Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO) procedures.
- Attend quarterly program management and technical working group meetings as directed.
- Report any required test equipment or capability gaps that exist in the NAIS lab(s).
- Identify AIS and NAIS anomalies.
- Identify deficiencies with international standards.
- The contractor is responsible for remote troubleshooting at NAIS remote sites, performing tasks such as site equipment testing, equipment configuration, and advanced troubleshooting.
- Develop engineering test plans based on NAIS requirements.
- Develop and maintain FATDMA schedules for each NAIS Base Station.
- Execute engineering test plans.
- Act as a subject matter expert on AIS related standards.
- Develop processes, policies, procedures, and techniques for identifying out of tolerance or underperforming sites.
- Coordinate repairs with other US Coast Guard support entities for example Electronics Support Detachments (ESD), Rescue 21 Site managers, Infrastructure Managed Services- Network Operations Center (MS-NOC), CGCYBER- Centralized Service Desk- Field Management Department (CGCYBER-CSD-FMD), CGCYBER-Battle Watch Captain (CGCYBER-BWC), CGCYBER-CSD-NOC, and CGCYBER-CSD-NOC-NAIS.
- Provide recommendations on correcting AIS and NAIS anomalies.
- Identify any deficiencies with NAIS compliance to international standards
What you bring
rf experience
security+
engineering degree
c4i experience
nais experience
us citizen
- They must have experience in RF transmitters and receivers, antenna propagation, RF filter network, networks, grounding and bonding, RF interference and mitigation strategies.
- Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust.
- Security+ certification is required within six (6) months of hire.
- Four-year Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited university in the field of Engineering.
- Ten (10) years of C4I System Engineering experience.
- Two (2) years’ experience with NAIS is required (Alternatively, a candidate with ten (10) or more years of experience in NAIS System Support may fulfill the minimum qualification requirements in lieu of the degree).
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Security clearance- must be a us citizen
- must obtain and maintain a public trust clearance
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Company
Overview
- Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors.
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- Dedicated to delivering creative solutions and continuous improvement.
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Long-term Sustainability Goal
Achieving Net Zero emissions by 2050 reflects a commitment to combating climate change and reducing the carbon footprint.
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- Encourages environmental responsibility and sustainable practices across the supply chain.
- Committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring equal opportunities for all employees.
- Values diverse perspectives and strives to create an inclusive workplace culture.
- Has set specific goals to increase diversity at all levels of the organization.
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