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JOINT INTERFACE AND NETWORK OPERATIONS SPECIALIST

Department of the Air Force
Air Mobility Command
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Overview

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Open & closing dates
07/16/2025 to 07/31/2025
Salary
$104,436 to - $135,773 per year
Pay scale & grade
GS 12
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
McGuire AFB, NJ
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
12
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Sensitive Compartmented Information
Drug test
Yes
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
5N-AFPC-12766783-896168-CBS
Control number
840882500

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Clarification from the agency

This position is open to internal AMC employees only.

Duties

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PRIMARY PURPOSE:To perform duties as Joint Data Network Officer, contract Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE), security advisor, facilities/equipment specialist and Wing Link Unit Manager for the 305th AMW Mission Planning Center (MPC) operations. Identify, review and resolve operational initiatives through planning, execution and project assessment conducted in MPC operations. Further, this position must be prepared to advise MAJCOM of necessary future PD modifications for unit and MDS support.

DUTIES:

  1. USAF Network Warfare Center Joint Data Network Officer (JDNO), technical expert/advisor to leadership on operation, maintenance, and equipment configuration of the air and space Common Tactical Picture (CTP).
  2. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective work relationships.
  3. Ground Control Intercept and Surface Air Defense Integration.
  4. Range Contracts, Quality Assurance Evaluator (QAE).

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI).
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
  • Strong background in tactical data links required; preferably a qualified Link Unit manager with 2+ years of experience or JICO.
  • This is a Mission-Essential position performing a Mission-Critical-Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions.

Qualifications

Conditions of Employment (Continued):

  1. This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
In order to qualify, you must meet the Specialized Experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions: Administrative and Management Positions, Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series, 0301.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 (or higher) grade level or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Examples of specialized experience include Joint Data Network Officer (JDNO) qualified; expert knowledge of a comprehensive range of Common Operational Picture (COP) and Common Tactical Picture (CTP) concepts, principles, and systems/equipment, including those that have complex technical requirements and require extensive specialized training and experience; specialized practical and theoretical knowledge of joint services data link systems/equipment for application to difficult and complex situations and problems that have no clear precedent; extensive knowledge of military command structures at the tactical and operational levels of war; knowledge of methods and techniques to execute complex MPC CTP architecture spanning the entire Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) tactical data link Area of Responsibility; knowledge of methods and techniques to execute complex MPC Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) architecture spanning the entire Major Range and Test Facility Base (MRTFB) tactical data link Area of Responsibility; knowledge of methods and techniques to execute complex responsibilities of Combat Crew Communications for maintenance and distribution of COMSEC in support of MPC and deployment operations; thorough knowledge of data link system applications and technical processes for the effective and efficient utilization of technology resources; and knowledge of how the CTP Management Cell and AOC/Control and Reporting Center (CRC) execute the Commander Air Mobility Command (COMAMC)'s directives and overall integration into AMC mission.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  1. Qualified and knowledgeable of Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) concepts, principles, and practices of specific systems/equipment, required security and safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
  2. Knowledge of the mission, roles, functions, organizational structures and operations of Coalition, Joint and Air Force data link capable weapon systems to provide guidance for joint interface control operations.
  3. Skill in providing technical advice in the form of oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership and technicians.
  4. Skill in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and technical data; as well as identifying and analyzing complex technical problems and developing innovative solutions.
  5. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions of an organization and associate organizations, and reprioritize work to meet changing deadlines.
  6. Ability to develop and conduct training to ensure proper operation of data link systems/equipment; and communicate well, both orally and in writing.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

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APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

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