Link Unit Manager

This position is located in a Mission Planning Cell (MPC) Operations Support Squadron. The MPCs mission is to support all TDL and integrated air defense testing and training requirements for Department of Defense customers. This position directly supports user requirements for planning executing evaluating and reporting testing and training objectives mission debrief capabilities and associated contract Quality Control. This position also determines requirements for and provides complete project support for Department of Defense testing and training in support of exercises and integration with all partners. MAJOR DUTIES: Serves as the Link Unit Manager (LUM) and technical expert/advisor for planning coordinating and scheduling Tactical Data Link (TDL) operations maintenance and equipment for the Mobility Air Force (MAF) Wing. Within the MPC provides oversight of TDL activities pertaining to the assigned unit and Air Mobility Command (AMC) in accordance with the duties outlined in AFMAN tailored procedures conducts technical training and support and improves processes of TDL systems for users and maintainers. Recommends changes to operations and maintenance processes to improve mission readiness and system capabilities. Briefs wing leadership on the operation and performance of multiple TDLs. Coordinates with local reserve units to ensure support for weekend exercises. Coordinates the preparations maintenance and equipment configurations to execute TDL Network operations in the MPC/Local Airspace which may include working with Major Command (MAJCOM) and appropriate contractors. Facilitates support and resolution for complex Data Link system to include troubleshooting feeds tasked sensors and reporting systems in aircraft and/or mobile ground stations with respect to mission planning and long-term homeland air defense implications. Ensures transient joint and coalition airframes are equipped with the appropriate client software confirming TDL capability intelligence operations and communications data is received and distributed to subordinate USAF Command and Control elements. Manages execution of the Datalink architecture and coordinates with range and test facilities. Coordinates with Headquarters United States Air Force (HQ USAF) and Theater/Range Joint Interface Control Officer (JICO) on issues related to TDL Network interoperability. Analyzes and resolves problems in order to maintain long-term Data Link architecture due to technology advancements increased numbers of TDL Network injects and increased complexity of systems while identifying current and future network information exchange requirements. Train and prepare crews for operational use of TDL capability in deployments and operations in other Area of Operations (AOR). Applies knowledge of and provides solutions to various weapon systems Data Link capabilities and their limiting factors taking into consideration transmission protocols bandwidth and message implementation. Coordinates with Theater/Range JICOs (as applicable) local airspace TDL users Electronics coring Ranges and HQ Air Combat Command (ACC) as the focal points for managing and modifying the TDL networks for execution of all procedures operating in ACC. Represents the MAF at higher levels within AMC MAJCOMs and at conferences with HQ USAF Department of Defense(DoD) and other agencies. Supports establishment and maintenance of effective working relationships with other coordinating organizations at the field grade officer level. Delivers presentations on status accomplishments problems and requirements for support to organization leadership or other DoD agencies as required. May advise MAJCOM on Position Description modifications for unit and Manpower Data System (MDS) support. Responsible for ensuring all multi-TDL networks sensor networks and intelligence networks are combined and forwarded on to the MPCs Common Operational Picture (COP). Assists MAF Aircrew in planning TDL network architectures during peacetime contingency and wartime operations. Coordinates joint/coalition inputs and adjusts to operational and strategic dynamics. Supports development of architectures for all major Coalition and Joint exercises including Weapon School and Operational Test unit support on-local Flag and non-Flag exercise coordination. Participates in the command LUM monthly meeting. Maintains relationships with those ACC TDL Operations and Management Organization(TDLOMO) personnel supporting Wing Level TDL operations. Provides oversight of TDL network operations while conducting testing and training missions in accordance with all pertinent instructions. Responsible for development management maintenance and annual review of TDL checklists. Performs as a liaison with multi-command agencies regarding support to testing and training missions.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training which provided a general knowledge of principles of organization management and administration. Compiling reports letters memoranda etc. and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience using computer and automation systems.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training in program or managerial experience in a type of work or a combination of functions directly related to the position to be filled or in comparable work or functions. Experience developing and recommending policy; organizing and carrying out specific programs evaluating and recommending changes in methods of operations. Experience in supervisory staff or technical work which included study analysis or evaluation leading to the development or improvement of managerial or administrative policies practices and procedures. Experience preparing written communications and oral presentations. Experience with the KC-135 RTIC TDL combat system.