Tactical Data Link Subject Matter Expert

Description

Linchpin Solutions is seeking a highly experienced Tactical Data Link Subject Matter Expert in support of the Joint Interoperability and Data Link Training Center. This position provides advanced Tactical Data Link expertise, emerging-mission analysis, course development, interoperability support, and technical curriculum leadership for U.S., allied, and coalition forces.

The ideal candidate has extensive Tactical Data Link experience, prior military instructor experience, and demonstrated expertise analyzing emerging systems, developing advanced training requirements, and integrating new technologies into Joint Tactical Operations Interface curricula 

Clearance: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance

Work Schedule: Full-time Onsite M-F

Schedules may be adjusted to support extended training periods, weekends, practical exercises, and courses conducted on federal holidays.

CONUS and OCONUS travel may be required to support Mobile Training Teams, allied training, exercises, and other mission requirements.

Role Overview

The Subject Matter Expert supports the evolution of the Joint Tactical Operations Interface Training Program by analyzing emerging mission systems and translating new capabilities into effective training solutions.

The SME conducts Front-End Analyses, evaluates Joint Mission Essential Tasks, identifies training requirements, and recommends whether emerging capabilities should be incorporated into existing curricula or developed into new advanced courses. Responsibilities include developing syllabi, learning objectives, technical courseware, topic packages, and implementation recommendations.

The role also serves as a senior technical liaison to program offices, Service Battle Laboratories, acquisition and interoperability organizations, and other stakeholders supporting the Multi-TDL Network. When new courses are developed, the SME leads pilot deliveries and trains and certifies additional instructors.

General Skillset

• Advanced research, analysis, and critical-thinking skills
• Strong technical writing, briefing, and presentation abilities
• Ability to translate complex operational and technical requirements into effective training solutions
• Strong curriculum development, instructional design, and adult-learning skills
• Ability to lead multidisciplinary working groups and technical discussions
• Strong stakeholder coordination and liaison capabilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple emerging-mission efforts
• Ability to prepare executive-level reports, white papers, and recommendations
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic curriculum-development tools
• Ability to collaborate with military, Government, contractor, acquisition, and technical organizations

Specific Skillset

• Front-End Analysis of emerging systems, technologies, and operational capabilities
• Define best training standards, conditions, and instructional methods
• Integration of emerging technologies into Joint Tactical Data Link curricula
• Development of emerging-mission repositories, topic packages, and implementation recommendations
• Advanced knowledge of Joint Tactical Data Link interoperability and Multi-TDL network environments
• Technical curriculum development, courseware updates, and configuration-control review
• Preparation of white papers, trip reports, bullet background papers, and technical briefings
• Capability to coordinate with program offices and represent at interoperability working groups
• Leadership during pilot course deliveries and certification of additional instructors

Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Education, Instructional Systems Design, or a related field is required
• Graduate of the JT-201 course required
• Graduate of the JT-301 or JT-310 course preferred

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 15 years of Tactical Data Link experience required
• Prior military instructor experience required
• Experience conducting Front-End Analysis or similar training-needs analysis
• Experience developing advanced technical curricula, syllabi, learning objectives, and courseware
• Experience analyzing emerging technologies, systems, platforms, or operational capabilities
• Experience supporting Joint Tactical Data Link, interoperability, or Multi-TDL network missions
• Experience coordinating with program offices, acquisition agencies, labora