Strike Group Interoperability Representative Security Clearance
Prevailance Inc. is seeking a Senior Training Subject Matter Expert (SME) with Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) or Navy Interface Control Officer (ICO) experience to support the Strike Group Interoperability Training/Readiness (SGITR) East program at Commander, Carrier Strike Group FOUR (CSG-4) in Norfolk, VA. Travel will be required. This role provides direct support to pre-deployment training, Multi-Tactical Data Link (MTDL) planning, network operations, and Common Operational Picture (COP) / Common Tactical Picture (CTP) integration across Carrier Strike Groups (CSGs), Amphibious Ready Groups (ARGs), and Independent Deployers (IDs).
The ideal candidate brings strong operational experience in MTA/MTN planning, TDL architecture, interoperability, and fleet training support, along with the ability to advise, assess, and improve mission readiness across multiple commands.
- Provide MTA planning and pre-deployment training support for CSGs, ARGs, and Independent Deployers in alignment with FRTP, OPORDs, and DEP guidance
- Develop and deliver TDL, COP, and CTP training plans, briefs, and status updates, incorporating fleet lessons learned
- Review and validate operational tasking messages (e.g., OPTASK Link, , CEC, Air Defense, BMD) and provide compliance recommendations
- Support training events (in-port and underway) by observing and assessing JICO/ICO/TDC operations, MTN execution, and COP/CTP management
- Provide real-time feedback, troubleshooting guidance, and performance assessments to improve interoperability and mission readiness
- Contribute to hot-wash sessions and After Action Reports (AARs), documenting observations, issues, and recommendations
- Review and assess technical documentation, courseware, and training materials, providing recommendations for improvement
- Deliver classroom instruction, tailored briefs, and stakeholder updates on MTA/MTN/COP/CTP operations and interoperability
- Provide remote support and troubleshooting for TDL, COP, and CTP-related issues
- Develop and execute Mobile Training Team (MTT) events, including Link operations, TWDE, CVW integration, and CEC training
- Participate in meetings, conferences, and working groups, delivering technical guidance and prepared briefings
- Navy Interface Control Officer (ICO) or Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) qualified
-Graduate of Navy ICO (A-2G-0114) course
-CSG/ARG experience as a Systems Test Officer (STO), IP Officer, Electronic Materials Officer (EMO) or Air Defense Officer (ADO) that has attended ICO is desired
-Minimum of three (3) years of experience in:- MTA planning and operations
- MTN and system support
- COP/CTP interoperability and integration
- TTP development and Distributed Engineering (DEP/JDEP)
- JICO operations, Strike Group operations, or training staff environments
- TDL system configuration and operation, including GCCS-M and CDLMS
- Experience with:
- TDL architecture planning and integration
- Interoperability and network monitoring
- Common Data Link Management System utilization
- Ability to analyze operations, provide actionable recommendations, and deliver technical training and briefings
- Physically capable of embarking Navy/Marine vessels, aircraft, and small crafts
- Willingness to travel up to 25%, including CONUS/OCONUS and underway periods (1–3 weeks)
- Completion of required ICO/JICO courses:
- JT-101 (Introduction to Joint MTDL Networks)
- JT-102 (Multi-TDL Advanced Joint Interoperability Course)
- JT-201 (Multi-TDL Planners Course)
- JT-310 (Advanced JICC Operators Course)
- A-2G-0114 (Interface Control Officer Course)
- Fully qualified JICO candidates: JT-301 (Joint Interface Control Officer Course)
- Must possess and maintain a Secret clearance
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