C4PS-2510 Tactical Radio (TACRAD) SME Camp Pendleton - JUN 2026

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provides expertise on Tactical Radios (TACRAD)
• Provides on-site and global command, control, computer, communications, and intelligence (C4I) systems technical support to the operating forces of the United States Marine Corps, joint services, allied nations, and program offices
• Works cross-functionally with several departments and those who are performing work at Government Customers' sites
• Required to travel at the Government Customer's request, with travel expected up to 25%
• Utilizes technical expertise in at least two systems to include (but not limited to): VSAT/SATCOM, NOTM, COC, CAC2S, AFATDS, TBMCS, JBC-P, MCH, MARCIMS, JADOCS, AFATDS, TCS, MMIM, FTAS, IDS-MC, URN, JTCW, TVSS, THSv2, C2PC, SPRS, tactical radios and tactical networks
• Configures, programs, operates, troubleshoots, and conducts fault isolation of the AN/MRC-142, WPPL-T, AN/TRC-170, AN/TRC-238(LRS)
• Supports THC2 Systems during test and evaluation events
• Performs spectrum analysis
• Interfaces with FMF personnel and US Government employees to provide break/fix support to USMC tactical networks in a fast-paced, high-energy environment
• Researches questions using available information resources: technical manuals, operating and administrator guides, fleet advisory messages (FAMs), and internal approved knowledge base(s)
• Identifies and elevates situations requiring urgent attention
• Trains the FMF to set up, configure, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the TACRAD and THC2 systems

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Must be able to obtain or possess a valid US Passport and be physically qualified to support military exercises and contingency operations
• Thorough understanding of RF theory and antennas, to assist in HF antenna selection and erection in a Field expedient setting
• Ability to install and operate associated radio software platforms to include the Harris CPA, RPA, JENM, ACES, NRDI, Code plug, ASTRO-25, and the Thales PC Programmer
• Basic understanding of Computer Networking and sub netting, with the ability to troubleshoot and configure radio to PC connections on various versions of Windows
• Familiarity with network fundamentals for IP addressing and subnetting
• Strong understanding of spectrums, frequency management, signal flow, and transmission theories
• Familiarity with the transportable, self-enclosed Troposcatter terminal (multichannel) AN/TRC-170A capable of transmitting and receiving digital data up to 100 miles
• Familiarity with vehicular-mounted integrated High-Capacity Line-Of-Sight (HCLOS) radio system AN/MRC-142 providing two-way secure digital wideband transmissions over voice and data in the band I and band III+ frequency bands up to 35 miles with ethernet interfaces
• Familiarity with the AN/TRC-238 (LRS), which combines high throughput, spectral efficiency and software-defined operational flexibility within a small form factor and can support multiple missions such as high-capacity backhaul, backhaul repeater, range extension node, aggregation/distribution and spoke at the network's edge
• Familiarity with Next Generation Troposcatter System providing Line-of-Sight (LOS), Obstacle Gain Diffraction (OGD), and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Troposcatter (TROPO) communications. The system is designed to provide a transmission capacity up to 210 Megabits per second (Mb/s), depending on the path terrain
• Familiarity with the Wireless Point-to-Point Link (WPPL) terrestrial high-capacity line of sight (HCLOS) radio system that uses wireless RF links to extend local IP traffic using point-to-point and point-to-multi-point arrangements for extension of LANs to remote areas
• Experience with the electro-magnetic spectrum
• Experience working with customers, addressing issues, and managing customer concerns and requests over the telephone and/or in person
• Strong active listening, data entry, and documentation skills
• Experience writing technical solutions and commercial knowledgebase articles
• Intermediate analytical and troubleshooting skills, attention to detail, and consistent resolution of IT problems
• Experience supporting Marine Corps C4I systems and equipment
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in military training and education
• Direct participation in real-world operations is desired
• Willing to work in a 24x7x365 secured environment, demonstrate intuitive problem-solving skills, and allow for flexible scheduling