Subject Matter Expert (AIS Engineer)

Overview

Engineering & SME support for Coast Guard NAIS AIS system maintenance and troubleshooting.

Key Responsibilities

• remote troubleshooting
• test execution
• anomaly identification
• link budgeting
• compliance review
• technical documentation

Tasks

-Assist in the development of installation design plans. -Provide input to and review NAIS requirements documents. -Identify NAIS anomalies and reproduce identified anomalies using the NAIS lab(s). -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. -Attend quarterly program management and technical working group meetings as directed. -Respond and have arrived at the remote site and begin initial troubleshooting to NAIS system casualties within seven business days of notification. -The contractor is responsible for remote troubleshooting at NAIS remote sites, performing tasks such as site equipment testing, equipment configuration, and advanced troubleshooting. -Identify any deficiencies with NAIS compliance to international standards -Provide documentation to report system casualties and out of tolerance instances in support of system performance metrics. -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. -Develop and maintain link loss budgets for NAIS. -Identify deficiencies with international standards. -Report any required test equipment or capability gaps that exist in the NAIS lab(s). -Review for accuracy reports and documentation delivered as directed by the COR. -Develop engineering test plans based on NAIS requirements. -Reports (STR) IAW current USCG processes as required. -Provide input in the development of Maintenance Procedure Cards (MPC). -Provide formal reports on any deficiencies identified as directed by the COR. -Act as an alternate to the Network Administrator for remotely configuring NAIS site equipment. -Identify AIS and NAIS anomalies. -Remotely respond to NAIS system casualties within two business days of notification. -Develop and maintain FATDMA schedules for each NAIS Base Station. -Assist in the development of the Pre-Installation Test and Checkout (PITCO) procedures. -Provide recommendations on correcting AIS and NAIS anomalies. -Support development of all technical documentation required by C5ISC SELC processes. -Develop processes, policies, procedures, and techniques for identifying out of tolerance or underperforming sites. -Provide input as requested by the USCG in the development of Engineering Change documentation. -Act as a subject matter expert on AIS related standards. -Prepare TCTO documentation for configuration changes in accordance with USCG policies. -Execute engineering test plans. -Must advise other Government entities on NAIS capabilities with the COR’s approval. -Research electronic components make, model and manufacturer to meet NAIS requirements. -Propose and submit System Improvement Reports (SIR) or System Trouble -The Engineers must act as subject matter experts on NAIS, NAIS hardware, NAIS software, and on AIS related standards. -Propose solutions to NAIS requirements gaps.

Requirements

• us citizen
• security+
• c4i
• rf
• nais
• engineering degree

What You Bring

-Must be a US Citizen able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust. -Security+ certification is required within six (6) months of hire. -Ten (10) years of C4I System Engineering experience. -They must have experience in RF transmitters and receivers, antenna propagation, RF filter network, networks, grounding and bonding, RF interference and mitigation strategies. -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). -Four-year Baccalaureate Degree from an accredited university in the field of Engineering.

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About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

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Security Clearance

-must obtain and maintain a public trust clearance.