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Tactical Domain Support Engineer - Eglin, FL

Eglin Air Force Base, FL • On-site

Belcan Government Solutions
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$85K - $97K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

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Key responsibilities

  • Support mission planning, execution, and post-mission analysis using tactical systems and devices.

  • Maintain tactical systems, software, and devices in serviceable condition and provide system support across multiple functional areas.

  • Deliver user training on assigned systems, including mission planning software and communications platforms.

Job description

Job Summary:
The Tactical Domain GSSE provides direct support to mission planning, execution, and post-mission technical integration for U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). This support includes tactical software, geospatial mapping, network administration, training, and hardware/software maintenance across USSOCOM, Component Commands, TSOCs, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners. Engineers at both mid and senior levels ensure readiness of mission systems with 95% availability and <24-hour turnaround time for CONUS/OCONUS locations.
Job Duties:
  • Support mission planning, execution, and post-mission analysis using tactical systems/devices in alignment with SOCOM and Component SOPs.
  • Maintain tactical systems/software/devices in serviceable condition with Level I and Level II response cycles.
  • Provide system support across five functional areas:
    • Tactical Software Support
    • Mapping, Imagery, and Geospatial Information Systems (GIS)
    • Tactical Network Administration
    • User Training and Field Support
    • System Enhancement, Integration, and Upgrade Support
  • Plan, prepare, and validate unit mission data and flight plans for both peacetime and wartime SOF operations.
  • Deliver user-level and advanced training on all assigned systems, including TAK, mission planning software, and communications platforms.
  • Interface with WEPTAC offices to synchronize operational mission plans.
  • Ensure compliance with STIGs, ATOs, ATCs, and cybersecurity requirements.
  • Support coordination with USSOCOM programs (e.g., TACLAN) to test, integrate, and field new technologies.
  • Maintain TAK servers and perform GIS data processing, including NGA updates and FAA-compliant SOA map data production.
  • Serve as Help Desk Tier 1-3 support for tactical mission planning systems.
Required Qualifications:
  • 2+ years of operational experience with or supporting the assigned SOF Component within the last 8 years.
  • 5+ years of experience in mission planning, system integration, communications systems, or navigation support for SOF aircraft or operations.
  • Familiarity with unit SOPs, tactical mission guides, and operational planning software.
  • Demonstrated ability to maintain and troubleshoot mission systems in austere environments.
  • Expertise in managing geographically dispersed teams and leading training efforts.
  • Experience coordinating system support with STIG/ATO/ATC, U.S. Government agencies, and USSOCOM enterprise programs.
  • Skilled in GIS data processing, FAA/NGA compliance, and SOA map validation.
  • Capable of serving as a technical SME for all fielded systems/software and providing Help Desk Tier 1-3 support.
  • Possess DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., Security+) and expertise in customer-specific planning and execution tools.
  • Ability to mentor and less experienced SEs.
  • Develop and deliver training curricula.
  • Participate in technology integration and test/evaluation events.
  • Participate during capability planning and interoperability meetings.
  • ACTIVE Secret with TS Eligibility (SCI eligibility required for designated sites)
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline; OR Technical School Certificate; OR equivalent technical training and experience aligned with duties.
Preferred Qualifications & Skills:
  • Proficiency in TAK/ATAK/WinTAK systems and server management
  • Experience with mission planning suites (JMPS, PFPS, or Component-specific tools)
  • Familiarity with SOF TTPs and airborne mission sets
  • Network and systems troubleshooting expertise
  • Strong instructional and technical writing skills for training material development

 Compensation:
We provide a competitive pay and benefits package. This position is offering a salary range of pay range of $85,000-$97,500/year. Belcan considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to education, experience, geographic location, and discipline. Benefits offered may include health care, dental, vision, life insurance; 401(k); education assistance; paid time off including PTO, holidays, and any other paid leave required by law.
 
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