Job Title / LevelSCARS Systems Engineer - SECRETClearance Required?SecretLocation:Des Moines, IA 50321 US (Primary)% Travel10 - 20%Job Description
Are you an experienced SCARSSystems Engineerwith demonstrated experience in theexecution of distributed Operational Training (OT), which can encompass warfighters in Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) training environments?Then we have a great opportunity for you to join our growing team inDes Moines, IA!
As aSCARS Systems Engineer,you will:
- Be able to create realistic and relevant operational training opportunities to AF Total Force joint warfighter participants via distributive means
- Join an engaged, 100% employee-owned company.
- Work with the latest, cutting-edge technology
- Have a direct impact on the success of a National Priority Program
- Work with a team of driven, supportive, and highly skilled professionals.
- Receive a robust benefits package that includes Employee Stock Ownership Plan!
- Enjoy flexibility managing your work hours and personal needs with a single accrual leave plan.
A week in the life of a SCARS Systems Engineerincludes:
- Will attend and represent all DTOC capabilities at monthly E-SECBs
- Collaborate with ANG locations and SCARS installation team during OPE installations
- Support SCARS site certification process
- Collaborate with HAF SCARS team and SCARS Prime contractor
- Provide/recommend solutions to ANG OTS contractor IT team and government HAF OTTI Mission Network Program Manager
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree and five (5) to seven (7) years of related experience; a combination of education and experience can be used in lieu of degree
- SECRET clearance
- 4 or more years engineering background, preferred combination of network and system administration
- Must have and maintain Security + Certification
- Knowledge of networking, operations, and associated peripheral equipment: LANs, WANs, remote access systems, routers, bridges, copper and fiber cabling, and firewalls
- Experience researching new technologies to help solve existing technical problems or shortfalls
- Experience understanding the connection and operation of distributed sites and simulator systems for the purpose of conducting LVC-OT events
- Experience working in a DoD environment.
- Skills in communication, public speaking, and providing constructive feedback on SCARS standards
- Must be able to apply SCARS standards/SCARS hardware to DTOC environment and speak intelligently with both communities.
- DISA ACAS Training/Certified
Founded in 1975, AMERICAN SYSTEMS is one of the largest employee-owned companies in the United States. We are a government services contractor focused on delivering Strategic Solutions to complex national priority programs with 100+ locations worldwide. Through our focus on quality, strong cultural beliefs and innovation we deliver excellence every day.
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