Contract Engineering Support

This role is located in Nowra, Australia, at HMAS Albatross Seahawk Simulation and Warfare Center (SSWC). It supports the US Government and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) in delivering maintenance and training for existing and future training devices. The primary focus is cyber support, with additional responsibilities in system integration and Live Virtual Constructive (LVC) training. CAE's Defense and Security business unit aims to prepare military customers for mission readiness through digitally immersive solutions.

Must Have

• Maintain and manage SEE/VDL
• Provide cyber STIG and patch updates
• Install STIG and patch updates on RAN training TOFTs devices
• Complete regression testing of RAN TOFTs devices
• Assist the Information Technology Security Officer (ITSO) in maintaining and improving cyber posture
• Configure, maintain, and monitor the Facility Access Node (FAN) firewall
• Configure the FAN for LVC events and prepare TOFTs for Distributed events
• Support the site team in execution of CES Performance Work Statement (PWS) items (IOS, DAFIF, MDL, ATaS updates, LVC events)
• Assist products team in delivery of product upgrades and modifications
• Support as an Integration Specialist (IS)
• Served three years or more as an Integration Specialist
• Demonstrable experience with STIGs and patches on multi-computer simulation systems
• Bachelor’s degree in computer engineering
• Hold a secret DoD Security Clearance
• US Citizenship

Good to Have

• Master’s Degree in computer science
• Previous MH-60R aircraft systems familiarization
• Cyber Security certifications

Perks & Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package
• Flexibility that promotes work-life balance
• A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
• Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
• Recognition, professional development and advancement

About This Role

Summary

This role is located in Nowra Australia at HMAS Albatrosss Seahawk Simulation and Warfare Center (SSWC). This role will support the US Government and the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) in the delivery of Maintenance and training for existing and future training devices. This role will primarily focus on cyber support, but will also provide system integration support and Live Virtual Constructive training (LVC)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Maintain and manage the SEE/VDL
• Provide cyber STIG and patch updates to the SEE/VDL
• Download and test STIG and patch updates for the RAN Tactical Operational Flight Trainers (TOFTSs) on the SEE/VDL before installation
• Install STIG and patch updates on the RAN training TOFTsdevices
• Complete regression testing of RAN TOFTs devices to verify functionality post STIG and patch update
• Assist the Information Technology Security Officer (ITSO) in maintaining and improving the Australian-unique cyber posture at the SSWC.
• Use software to test cyber vulnerabilities
• Apply patches and STIGs to RAN devices
• Assist with the installation of software licenses as required
• Assist in updating and maintaining cyber CDRLs
• Assist the ITSO in developing reports for the monthly Integrated Program Team (IPT)
• Configure, maintain, and monitor the Facility Access Node (FAN) firewall to protect the site from intrusion
• Configure the FAN for LVC events
• Configure and Ttest the TOFT connection to the Distributed Training Experimental Network
• Prepare the TOFTs for Distributed events, including supporting planning conferences and exercises
• Support the RAN TOFT devices prior during and after DTEN events
• Document device malfunctions and system limitations during distributed training events.
• Make recommendations for improvement of training outcomes for distributed training events.
• Support the site team in the execution of all items listed in the Contractor Engineering Services (CES) Performance Work Statement (PWS) which includes but is not limited to:
• IOS updates
• DAFIF Data Updates
• MDL Updates
• ATaS Tunning updates
• LVC events
• Assist the products team in the delivery of product upgrades and modifications.
• Support as an Integration Specialist (IS) during product preparation, updates and delivery.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

• Must have served three years or more as an Integration Specialist
• Must have demonstrable previous experience with the installation of STIGs and patches on multi computer simulation systems
• Bachelor’s degree computer engineering

Preferred Skills

Although not required these additional skills better align individuals to the role

• Master’s Degree in computer science
• Previous MH-60R aircraft systems familiarization
• Cyber Security certifications

Security Responsibilities

Must comply with all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

• Must hold a secret DoD Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Able to lift and carry a minimum of 30 pounds

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

Position Type

Expatriate