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Surveillance & Command and Control (C2) Operations Subject Matter Expert

Acro Service Corp · Elkridge, MD

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We are seeking an experienced Surface and Air Surveillance & Command and Control (C2) Operations Subject Matter Expert/Product Trainer to support training, analysis, and operational integration efforts. This role requires deep, hands-on operational knowledge in building and maintaining a recognized air and surface picture using multiple sensors, communications paths, and data links.The ideal candidate brings operational and instructional experience from U.S. military, NATO, or similar service and non-military personnel that has taught or supported training at a recognized service schoolhouse or training center.Surveillance Operations Background (Surface & Air)Operational background may include one or more of the following environments:Surface SurveillanceHarbor / Port / Inland Waterway Surveillance:Typically associated with the U.S. Coast GuardOpen-Sea / Blue-Water Surveillance:Typically associated with the U.S. NavyRelevant Naval roles include Operations Specialists (OS) who man tactical displays, identify and track surface contacts, and maintain the recognized maritime picture aboard ships or ashore.Equivalents may include Tactical Operations or similarly titled billets supporting surface and air picture development.Air SurveillanceAir surveillance experience may include roles traditionally associated with the U.S. Air Force, but may also be performed by other services depending on mission and control center location. Relevant experience includes:Detection, identification, and tracking of air objectsMaintenance of a Recognized Air Picture (RAP)Air surveillance operations within command centers, or joint operations centersRelevant Air Force duty backgrounds may include Command and Control, Air Surveillance, Weapons / Battle Management, or equivalent air defense and airspace management functions.Command and Control (C2) ExperienceCommand and Control operations are conducted by all military services, depending on mission and location of the control center. Qualified candidates will have experience integrating:Surface and air sensorsVoice and data communicationsTactical data linksMulti-domain inputs into a unified operational pictureRequired QualificationsPrior military service (Air Force, Navy, Coast Guard, Marine Corps, or NATO)Direct experience in surface and/or air surveillance operationsExperience identifying, tracking, and managing air and surface objectsExperience contributing to or maintaining a common operational pictureDemonstrated operational proficiency regardless of rank or titleFamiliar with Automatic Independent Surveillance, marine radar products and maritime safety are neededFamiliar with ADS-B, radio direction finding, Electronic Support Measures, and Electronic Intelligence.Preferred QualificationsInstructor experience at a recognized military schoolhouse or training centerBackground as a Navy Operations Specialist (OS), Coast Guard surveillance operator, Air Force C2 / air surveillance operator, Marine Corps Tactical Operations, or equivalentJoint or multi-domain operational experienceExperience supporting training development, simulation, or operational analysisKey AttributesStrong situational awareness across air and maritime domainsDeep practical understanding of surveillance and C2 operationsAbility to translate real-world operational experience into training or program support