Data Interface and Interoperability Engineer

Opportunity

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Data Interface and Interoperability Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL location.

The candidate will serve as a Data Interface and Interoperability Engineer within a PAE Fires Project Management Office (PMO), supporting the Lead Engineer and Product Manager. The role focuses on data exchanged across weapon system interfaces, the messaging standards that format it, and the software and glueware that route it between sensors, effectors, C2/Fire Control systems, for domestic and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) systems. Will work within and/or lead a multidisciplinary team.

The candidate will interface with PAE Fires PMs, PAE Fires International Coordination Officer (ICO), HQDA, ASA(ALT), JIATF 401, ATEC, AMCOM, and partner nations.

Duties:

• Lead recommended specification of next interface upgrades, including interface requirements and message data formats.
• Support installation, integration, and operation of interface software and glueware, including data flow troubleshooting.
• Specify recommended and verify vendor implementation of Link 16, JREAP-C, and IBCS messaging standards.
• Ensure interoperability with Joint air defense grids (FAAD C2, AF DCGS, Navy AEGIS/MADIS) and partner nation C2.
• Track resolution of message standard discrepancies between coalition and service-specific nodes.
• Author recommended SOW and/or PWS language, and review and disposition CDRLs.
• Ensure vendor compliance with contract specified, defense and industry standards, and monitor cost, schedule, and performance.
• Prepare and present findings and reports to senior management.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Lead Engineer and/or Product Manager.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience:

• 10+ years of relevant experience. Additional education may be substituted for years of experience.
• Experience with system interfaces, interoperability, and interface software or glueware in defense or aerospace.
• Knowledge of Link 16 (MIL-STD-6016), JREAP-C (MIL-STD-3011), IBCS, and FAAD C2 interfaces.
• Experience authoring SOW or PWS language and reviewing CDRLs.
• Ability to travel up to 30%, including OCONUS. Valid U.S. passport.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to lead a multidisciplinary team.
• Ability to work within foreign disclosure, ITAR, and export control restrictions.
• Previous experience working in a U.S. Government Program Office.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required to perform this work. Candidates are required to have an active Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Education Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline; advanced degree preferred.

Desired Skills:

• Top Secret clearance preferred
• Experience supporting FMS or coalition interoperability.

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, applicationhelp@peopletec.com and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.