Tactical Data Link Specialist Consultant

Exciting opportunity to join JDN MOST in HQJOC Data Fusion Centre - Bring your practical TDL Experience to the forefront - Flexible working arrangements + $5000/ year for professional development **About the Role**: Nova Systems is a leading engineering services and technology solutions partner. Our vision is to solve the complex challenges that really matter to our clients. We are seeking a **Tactical Data Link Consultant **to work across several positions in support of the Joint Data Networks Military Operations Support Team (JDN MOST) in Canberra ACT. The JDN MOST is a multi-skilled, multi-disciplinary team made up of Tri-Service staff supported by various contractors and APS. It has a military executive structure based on rank with the OIC at the O5 level. We are embedded within the JDN MOST as part of a dislocated workforce model, of which creates a difficult C2 environment and welfare framework for managers and supervisors. Those incumbents would need to demonstrate their ability to be able to act autonomously within their assigned level and role. **Your typical day could look like**: - Cross train and support COP management functions within the HQJOC Data Fusion Centre (DFC) - Troubleshoot ADF MTN connectivity and equipment issues - Assist the ADF in the management of the accuracy and timeliness of ADF MTN picture, and on-forwarding to the COP - Deploy in a number of roles inclusive of TDL operator/ ICO operations in support of domestic and international exercises as required - Supervise, lead, and train ADF JICC operators in the set-up and initialisation of equipment including local and remote systems - Compile weekly JICC equipment status brief, providing an overview of system status and outstanding defects - Conduct international engagement with foreign nations for the purpose of MTN planning to support ADF interests **What we would expect from you**: - Experience with ADF and Allied Joint Data Network operations and management - Minimum of 3+ years’ experience working operations and or supervisory management with TDL in the ADF or Other Allied partners. - ADF recognised certifications/ or Allied recognised certifications - Demonstrated experience and knowledge with Beyond Line of Site (BLOS) systems and capabilities **Desirable skills**: - Demonstrated practical knowledge of and experience within a tactical unit/platform as a TDL Operator, including practical experience with Link-16, monitoring Link-16 Radio Frequency (RF) networks and Joint Range Extension Application Protocol (JREAP) connections - Joint Multi-TDL Advance Course (JMAC) or US JID JT/AT-102 accreditation or equivalent - Joint Range Extension (JRE) course - Air Defence System Integrator (ADSI) course - Amalgamated Remote Management System (ARMS) course - Joint Multi-TDL Planners Course (JMPC) or equivalent (JT/AT-201) - Supervisory experience within an MTN context (ICC or platform level) - Interface Control Officer Course (AT-301) - Operational platform experience on the MTN **Nova’s Value Proposition; Beyond the pay cheque**: - Reward & Recognition Program offering exclusive discounts from hundreds of major retailers, helping you to save on groceries, petrol, holidays and more - Additional Leave entitlements include Reserve Leave, Loyalty Leave, Parental Leave and Purchased Leave - Wellbeing Hub with access to health and fitness content - Employee Assistance Program for employees and family members - Access to Defence Health and Travel Insurance - Novated Leasing and Salary Sacrifice - Annual ANZ conference - Nova Employee Share Offer - An inclusive and supportive culture - Social activities through the year, we even dress up at times, think Safari - we don’t take ourselves too seriously To apply, submit your resume using the "upload resume" function in PDF Format (only). Alternatively, for a confidential discussion contact **Nathan Hollis **in Nova's Talent Acquisition Team on (08) 8252 7100. **_Nova Systems does not accept any recruitment agency solicitation. _** Nova Systems is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, where everyone feels safe, valued, and included, where our people are our point of difference.