SOUTHCOM Senior Counter Uncrewed Systems (C-UXS) Integrator

Job Title: SOUTHCOM Senior Counter Uncrewed Systems (C-UXS) Integrator

Job Category: Intelligence

Time Type: Full time

Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI

Employee Type: Regular

Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 25%

Type of Travel: Continental US

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The Opportunity:

• As a CACI SOUTHCOM Counter Uncrewed Systems (C-UxS) Integrator, you will play a pivotal role in safeguarding mission-critical assets and personnel by providing technical and administrative support to achieve key C-UxS/UxS milestones.
• As an integrated member of the J3 Protection Branch and SOUTHCOM Autonomous Warfare Command (SAWC), you will execute USSOUTHCOM Headquarters staff actions and conduct operations, analysis, and assessment of multifaceted unmanned threats and friendly operations across the air, ground, surface/maritime, and sub-surface domains.
• You will support SOUTHCOM in addressing and countering evolving unmanned threats across various domains, including air, ground, maritime, and underwater within the SOUTHCOM Area of Responsibility (AOR).
• Your role will involve critical support in developing C-UxS/UxS policies, training programs, and procurement solutions to enhance capacity for Force Protection and Mission Assurance. Additionally, you will coordinate with the Department of War (DoW) and Partner Nations to build competencies and address C-UxS/UxS challenges.
• This role offers the opportunity to drive impactful changes in C-UxS/UxS policies and procedures, ensuring the protection and security of the Joint Force within the SOUTHCOM AOR.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for integrating C-UxS/UxS efforts directly with Service Component Commands, providing essential support.
• Enhance capacity for Force Protection and Mission Assurance, ensuring the protection of the Joint Force by covering gaps in risk to force and risk to missions in the USSOUTHCOM AOR.
• Collaborate in developing strategies and planning related to C-UxS/UxS Operations across the DoW, contributing to plans, policies, programs, exercises, and orders that align with C-UxS/UxS strategic efforts.
• Facilitate the development of procurement solutions for C-UxS/UxS technology and equipment, including traditional program objective memorandums, urgent operational needs statements, and other mechanisms.
• Coordinate with DoW/Service support agencies to conduct C-UxS/UxS Assessments (Propagation/Spectrum Analysis) at installations and sites in the AOR that have an enduring presence.
• Coordinate authorization documents. Maintain the documentation audit trail on all additions, deletions, and other changes to UxS organizations’ authorization documents.
• Contribute to the development of technical reports, research papers, and other documentation related to UXS threats and countermeasures.
• Develop tactics, techniques, and procedures for C-UxS/UxS, including countermeasures as required.
• Coordinate with DoW/Service support agencies to provide C-UxS/UxS training for DoW forces in theater.
• Coordinate training to Build Partner Capacity for partner nation forces supporting DoW as required.
• Identify and maintain a listing of C-UxS/UxS technical systems and solutions.
• Support SECWAR and other high-level staff meetings, which occur weekly, bi-weekly, and monthly, requiring quick information dissemination, and direct participation. This includes planning program, required training and events, engagements with Partner Nations, working group meetings, staff assist visits (SAVs), and C-UxS/UxS system demonstrations.
• Prepare and submit technical reports and recommendations to the J334 Branch Chief and C-UxS/UxS Program Manager, providing essential data points to support the C-UxS/UxS Program, analysis, and rapid response to taskers and directives concerning C-UxS/UxS operations, support requirements, and crisis action.

Qualifications:

Required: 

• Active TOP SECRET Clearance with eligibility for SCI
• 5+ years of experience in a related field (C-UXS analysis, air missile defense, cybersecurity, or a related field).
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of DoW-level C-UxS/UxS policies.
• 7+ years combined years of relevant experience. 
• Demonstrated experience analyzing complex technical problems and providing actionable recommendations. Experience must include work in both independent and collaborative team environments.
• Demonstrated experience applying technical principles in one or more of the following areas: sensor technology, control systems, signal processing, or artificial intelligence/machine learning (AI/ML). Strong ability to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of DoW-level C-UxS policies.
• Comprehensive knowledge of DoW staffing procedures, in order to act as the functional point of contact for coordination and approval of aviation, airspace, and UxS studies and documents.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with various stakeholders, including military personnel, contractors, and government agencies.
• Strong administrative skills, including preparation of memos, briefings, reports, and other documentation.

Desired: 

• Demonstrated experience working within a Joint Command or Joint Task Force environment.
• In-depth knowledge of DoW-UxS systems: Familiarity with various types of C-UxS platforms, sensors, and payloads used by the military, and their capabilities and vulnerabilities.
• Experience with C-UxS tools and methodologies.
• Data processing and analysis: Strong skills in data processing, analysis, and visualization tools to support C-UxS/UxS assessment and reporting.  
• Project management: Experience in managing projects, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk management.
• Cybersecurity awareness: Understanding of cybersecurity principles and best practices to ensure secure data handling and protection.
• Continuous learning: Commitment to staying informed about the latest C-UxS/UxS technologies, trends, and threats to maintain a high level of expertise.
• Joint FIRES & Integrated Air Missile Defense experience.

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What You Can Expect:

 A culture of integrity.

At CACI, we place character and innovation at the center of everything we do. As a valued team member, you’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust.

CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers - every day. You’ll have the autonomy to take the time you need through a unique flexible time off benefit and have access to robust learning resources to make your ambitions a reality.

A focus on continuous growth.

Together, we will advance our nation's most critical missions, build on our lengthy track record of business success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Pay Range:

There are a host of factors that can influence final salary including, but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education, and certifications. Our employees value the flexibility at CACI that allows them to balance quality work and their personal lives. We offer competitive compensation, benefits and learning and development opportunities. Our broad and competitive mix of benefits options is designed to support and protect employees and their families. At CACI, you will receive comprehensive benefits such as; healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits.

The proposed salary range for this position is:

$95,500-$210,100