C003823 Engineer (WiCom) (NS) - MON 7 Jul RELAUNCH

Previously proposed candidate was technically non-compliant for the following reasons:

• Lacks experience in Modern digital communication techniques, protocols and standards

Deadline Date: Monday 7 July 2024

Requirement: Engineer (WiCom)

Location: Braine-l’Alleud, BE

Full Time On-Site: Yes

Time On-Site: 100%

Not to Exceed: 72 EUR

Total Scope of the request (hours): 836

Required Start Date: 13 August 2025

End Contract Date: 31 December 2025

Required Security Clearance: NATO SECRET

Duties and Role:  

Under the direction of the line manager, the incumbent will perform duties such as the following:

• Provide technical support to acquisition projects, ensuring the delivery of integrated and interoperable technical solutions, preparing technical specifications, ensuring technical expertise throughout the implementation process and acceptance testing;
• Take part in scientific programs and projects, as directed;
• Provide technical and professional contributions to the conception, development and execution projects in the field of Mobile Infrastructure, SATCOM or Wireless Communications and technologies relevant to military scenarios. These contributions will support, but not be limited to, technical studies, development of STANAGs, prototyping and test bed applications, trials and demonstrations, military exercises, and operations;
• Maintain documentation and Solution Architectures for NATO Capabilities.
• Assist in the planning, preparation and hosting of formal and informal visits, meetings and conferences with representatives of military, civilian and industrial organizations;
• Act as a Subject Matter Expert in the areas of planning, design, system engineering and implementation oversighting of Wireless Communications in VLF, HF, VHF and UHF bands, including but not limited to military systems, International Mobile Telecommunications systems, Terrestrial Trunked Radio systems, Mobile ad-hoc networking systems, High Capacity Line of Sight (HCLOS) and Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Radio Links.
• Deputize for higher grade staff, if required;
• Performs other duties as may be required;

Skill, Knowledge & Experience:

• The candidate must have a currently active NATO SECRET security clearance
• A Bachelor's degree at a nationally recognised/certified University in Electrical, Electronics or Telecommunications Engineering and at least 3 years post-related experience in radio communications area.
• Exceptionally, the lack of a university degree may be compensated by the demonstration of a candidate's particular abilities or experience that is/are of interest to NCI Agency, that is, at least 6 years extensive and progressive expertise in duties related to the function of the post;
• Knowledge and engineering experience in state of the art technologies, across a broad spectrum, which should include multiple of the following: Modern digital communication techniques, protocols and standards; Communication networks specification, design and testing, including IP networks; Modern wireless networking techniques and standards; Modulation, digital signal processing, coding and security techniques; Modern commercial and/or military wireless technologies; Modern communication systems technology trends, particularly in the area of COTS products;
• Experience in writing, analysing and commenting on technical documents;
• Proven ability to communicate effectively orally, using tact and diplomacy, and in writing with good briefing skills;
• Ability to understand operational requirements and translate them into technical and/or implementation requirements;
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills;

Desirable Experience and Education:

• Experience in laboratory and field trials planning, execution and evaluation;
• Knowledge and experience in the application of Federated Mission Networking (FMN) in service design;
• Basic knowledge and experience in applying ITIL, COBIT and eTOM principles and methodologies applied to effective Service Management and Control;
• Familiar with Architecture modelling language(s) (UML, SysML, ArchiMate, etc.), preferably in the context of an Architecture Framework (TOGAF, DODAF, Zachman, etc.);
• Knowledge of project management methodologies;
• Prior experience of working in an international environment comprising both military and civilian elements;
• Knowledge of NATO responsibilities and organization, including ACO and ACT;