Summary description:

The Data Link/Weapons Director (DL/WD) will manage current and future datalink systems and infrastructure at the 149th FW, providing support to all datalink operations to include SADL, ACMI, ADSB, BOSS, WarRoom 1.0, and MIDS-J, as well as manage gateway operations to ensure interoperability of systems. The DL/WD shall support formal syllabus training, continuation training, and guest unit training. The DL/WD shall provide both Blue Force and Red Force Command and Control (C2) during flying missions. At Site Manager discretion, the DL/WD may operate the Instructor Operation Station (IOS) and the Master Control Station (MCS), providing both Blue Force and Red Force C2 during simulator missions.

Job description:

- Manage current and future datalink systems and architecture, currently including SADL, ACMI, ADSB, BOSS, WarRoom 1.0, and MIDS-J.- Manage gateway operations to ensure interoperability of all current and future systems.- Manage War Room operations at the 149th Operations Group.- Inject virtual Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground tracks for Blue Air and Red Air forces to include SAMs/Lowdown.- Merge FAA feeds to connect simulator to live fly scenarios (potential future capability).- Provide Command and Control (C2) for Blue Air and Red Air during live fly missions.- Provide Command and Control (C2) for Blue Air and Red Air during simulator missions.- Perform Range Training Officer (RTO) duties in support of live fly missions.- Perform Range Training Officer (RTO) duties in support of simulator missions.- Experience in data link systems architecture and operations, specifically with SADL, ACMI, ADSB, BOSS, WarRoom 1.0, and MIDS-J.- Experience in gateway architecture and operations to maximize interoperability of systems.- Current and qualified Air Battle Manager/Weapons Director able to provide Blue Force/Red Force Command and Control (C2) during live flight and simulator missions.- Demonstrated outstanding interpersonal and organizational skills.- Ability to work in a highly dynamic, high stress atmosphere with minimal supervision.- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.- Strong problem-solving skills.

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