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Provides Systems Engineering, Integration Support and Program Training. Performs Systems Engineering activities related to concept of operations formulation, requirements definition, analysis and engineering, system architecting, system analysis and design, interface and data architectures, validation and verification, systems integration, system op. performance analysis, Taskings include reviewing and development of systems test plans, system test reports, analysis of system documentation and Engineering Change Orders (ECOs), technical white papers. Integration support for the ARC-210 radios on airborne platforms, and assist in training for Satellite Communications protocols, DAMA communications, Integrated Waveform (IW), Link 4A, Link 11, COMM Encryption, Have Quick, SINCGARS, aircraft bus control via 1533, Ethernet, Program Loader SET (PLS) and Simple Key Loader (SKL) loading.\nWork with be performed onsite in California, MD and is therefore open to candidates local to the area only.\nJOB DUTIES:\nAlternate COMSEC Manager of COMSEC account at the contractor facility. Provide hands-on training at the ARC-210 Training Laboratory. Provide Systems Engineering and Integration support to NAVAIR PMA-209. \nReview technical documentation in support of the ARC-210 Radio. Meet with GOV, Industry clients to determine system requirements.\nMonitor and resolve issues with manufacturing, production, and testing of the ARC-210 Radio equipment at government and contractor labs. \nProvide TELCOM, email or in person support to customer concerns/issues. \nIdentify and resolve integration issues identified by the customer. \nConduct technical review of vendor delivered Engineering Change Orders and Contract Data Deliverables (CDRLs) for the ARC-210 radios. \nScreen all ECO proposals for vulnerabilities and make recommendations to support informed decisions on ECO approval. \nOffer engineering expertise specific to airborne communications systems and witness hardware, software, and environmental certifications testing conducted at OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) production facilities. \nPerform self-inspections and investigations as required by government regulations and participate in customer audits and COMSEC inspections. \nMaintain accountability for COMSEC items, documentation and conduct monthly destruction of expired COMSEC keys. \n REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:\nBachelor's degree and two (2) years or more experience; 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