Tactical Support Engineer (SE) - Mid

**Position Title: GSSE - Tactical Domain Support Engineer** **Location:** Pope Field, NC **Position Overview:** The Tactical Domain GSSE provides direct support to mission planning, execution, and post-mission technical integration for U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). This support includes tactical software, geospatial mapping, network administration, training, and hardware/software maintenance across USSOCOM, Component Commands, TSOCs, and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) partners. Engineers at both mid and senior levels ensure readiness of mission systems with 95% availability and <24-hour turnaround time for CONUS/OCONUS locations. **Key Responsibilities:** - Support mission planning, execution, and post-mission analysis using tactical systems/devices in alignment with SOCOM and Component SOPs. - Maintain tactical systems/software/devices in serviceable condition with Level I and Level II response cycles. - Provide system support across five functional areas: - Tactical Software Support - Mapping, Imagery, and Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) - Tactical Network Administration - User Training and Field Support - System Enhancement, Integration, and Upgrade Support - Plan, prepare, and validate unit mission data and flight plans for both peacetime and wartime SOF operations. - Deliver user-level and advanced training on all assigned systems, including TAK, mission planning software, and communications platforms. - Interface with WEPTAC offices to synchronize operational mission plans. - Ensure compliance with STIGs, ATOs, ATCs, and cybersecurity requirements. - Support coordination with USSOCOM programs (e.g., TACLAN) to test, integrate, and field new technologies. - Maintain TAK servers and perform GIS data processing, including NGA updates and FAA-compliant SOA map data production. - Serve as Help Desk Tier 1-3 support for tactical mission planning systems. **Education:** Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related discipline; OR Technical School Certificate; OR equivalent technical training and experience aligned with duties. **Required Qualifications:** - **2+ years** of operational experience with or supporting the assigned SOF Component within the last 8 years. - **5+ years** of experience in mission planning, system integration, communications systems, or navigation support for SOF aircraft or operations. - Familiarity with unit SOPs, tactical mission guides, and operational planning software. - Demonstrated ability to maintain and troubleshoot mission systems in austere environments. - Expertise in managing geographically dispersed teams and leading training efforts. - Experience coordinating system support with STIG/ATO/ATC, U.S. Government agencies, and USSOCOM enterprise programs. - Skilled in GIS data processing, FAA/NGA compliance, and SOA map validation. - Capable of serving as a technical SME for all fielded systems/software and providing Help Desk Tier 1-3 support. - Possess DoD 8570 IAT Level II (e.g., **Security+**) and expertise in customer-specific planning and execution tools. - Ability to mentor and less experienced SEs. - Develop and deliver training curricula. - Participate in technology integration and test/evaluation events. - Participate during capability planning and interoperability meetings. - ACTIVE Secret with TS Eligibility (SCI eligibility required for designated sites) **Preferred Skills & Tools:** - Proficiency in TAK/ATAK/WinTAK systems and server management - Experience with mission planning suites (JMPS, PFPS, or Component-specific tools) - Familiarity with SOF TTPs and airborne mission sets - Network and systems troubleshooting expertise - Strong instructional and technical writing skills for training material development [***S2Technologies***](http://www.s2techllc.com/) *is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive con…