Tactical Air Control Party Specialist

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems has an exciting opportunity for a Tactical Air Control Party (TACP) Specialist providing support to the Air Force Life Cycle Management Center/Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance / Special Operation Forces (ISR/SOF) Directorate (AFLCMC/WI).

Responsibilities

Duties include, but not limited to:

Technical & Operational Expertise:

• Work with JTAC (mounted/dismounted) vehicular and airborne datalink communication systems.
• Lead technical and operational teams.
• Develop milestones and training plans.
• Execute fielding, training, and exercises.

Acquisition & Sustainment Support:

• Support system acquisition lifecycle: requirements definition, development, integration, test, fielding, training, and sustainment.
• Conduct operational risk assessments and develop measurable, testable performance metrics.
• Analyze training impacts on doctrine, organizational structure, and procedures.

Training & Documentation:

• Support and deliver operational and maintenance training for TACP systems (CONUS/OCONUS).
• Develop training materials, handbooks, and computer-based training.
• Execute training through working groups, IPTs, site visits, and tailored instruction.

Integration & Analysis:

• Assist in developing CONOPs and employment concepts for future TACP efforts.
• Analyze complex integration challenges and recommend training-based solutions.
• Draft and review JCIDS documentation, AF Form 1067s, and technical materials.

Communication & Coordination:

• Develop and deliver briefings to Air Force and Joint forums.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operational units.
• Support material development decisions, design reviews, and test events.

Qualifications

Minimum Required Qualifications

Citizenship : Must be a US citizen

Clearance: Secret

Education/ Years of Experience:

• Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and at least 20 years of experience in the respective technical / professional discipline being performed, 12 years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR bachelor's degree in a related field and 25 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 15 years of which must be in the DoD.
• OR, 30 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 20 years of which must be in the DoD.

Additional Experience required:

• Certified USAF Joint Terminal Attack Controller (JTAC) with Enlisted Craftsman (7-level) equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of joint operational experience.
• At least 2 years of experience in the Government acquisition process.
• Experience with TACP integration, logistics, maintainability, human factors, safety, security, network communications, hardware/software, and testing.

Technical Skills

• Expertise in JTAC (mounted/dismounted) vehicular and airborne datalink communication systems.
• Proficient in leading technical and operational teams through system fielding, training, and exercise execution.
• Skilled in the full system acquisition lifecycle, including requirements development, integration, testing, and sustainment.
• Experienced in developing and delivering operational and maintenance training for TACP systems in both CONUS and OCONUS environments.
• Capable of drafting and reviewing technical documentation, including JCIDS materials, CONOPs, and AF Form 1067s.

Interpersonal Skills

• Team Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional technical and operational teams in high-stakes environments.
• Collaboration: Skilled in coordinating with diverse stakeholders across working groups, IPTs, and site visits to execute training and integration efforts.
• Communication: Experienced in delivering clear, impactful briefings to Air Force and Joint audiences, ensuring alignment across organizations.
• Instructional Support: Adept at tailoring instruction and training delivery to meet the needs of varied audiences, both CONUS and OCONUS.
• Analytical Problem-Solving: Strong interpersonal approach to analyzing complex integration challenges and collaboratively identifying effective, training-based solutions.

Additional Information

Location: Pope Army Airfield

Travel: 20%

Remote, Onsite, or Hybrid: Onsite

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Company Overview

Odyssey Systems is a world-class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military's operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain-specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares , a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities