Global Secure Communications Analyst

NextGen Federal Systems Open · verified Aug 22, 2026

On-site Scott AFB Full-time Mid-level Communications

Mid-level Communications role at NextGen Federal Systems. Scott AFB · full-time.

Role brief

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What you'll do

Support secure C2 communications planning across mission systems, aircraft MDS, AOCs, and enroute nodes
Prepare meeting materials, position recommendations, and strategic guidance for decision-makers
Explain complex engineering topics in accessible language for customer discussions
Define airborne communications concepts and requirements to inform acquisition choices
Lead C2 science and technology work while managing requirements and risk reduction

What you bring

Hold a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience, with a master’s preferred
Bring at least ten years in C2, including leadership across analysis, design, implementation, or project work
Know C2 and knowledge management systems such as GDSS, ACFP, and GATES
Have experience with program management, process reengineering, JCIDS requirements, budgets, and recurring reports
Use Microsoft Office tools and qualify for a Top-Secret SCI clearance

Who this fits

You’ll work onsite at Scott AFB and must communicate effectively with customers while carrying out contract responsibilities. This role suits someone comfortable leading C2 analysis, requirements, science and technology, and risk-reduction work in a mission-focused organization that emphasizes fairness, accountability, adaptability, and employee contribution.

From the employer

NextGen Federal Systems is seeking a Global Secure Comm/TDL Analyst to provide expertise to assist Global Secure Command and Control (C2) Communications requirements (such as mission planning and mission management systems, Aircraft Mission Design Series (MDS), Air Operations Centers (AOCs), and enroute C2 nodes/agencies).

Responsibilities

Provide specific Meeting Support Material, Position Recommendation Documents, and Strategic Guidance Documents.
Possess knowledge of required airborne secure communications technologies including data links such as Link 16 and Situational Awareness Data Link (SADL), Iridium, and Mobile User Objective System (MUOS) Satellite Constellations as well as Joint Range Extension Application Protocol (JREAP).
Present complex engineering concepts in a non-technical, comprehensive format for discussion and decision-making purposes.
Develop Global Secure Airborne Communications operating concepts and requirements definition to support acquisition decisions.
Provide expertise as C2 Lead for Science and Technology efforts related to Global Secure Airborne Communications.
Provide expertise to assist with and manage Global Secure Airborne Communications and C2 Requirements, including aircraft weapon system MDS.
Generate and manage risk reduction efforts for secure airborne communications and mission planning and execution.
Provide recommendations on how technologies provide C2 and Communications capability improvements by filling Capabilities Based Assessment C2 Capabilities Analysis (C2 CA) gaps and shortfalls.
Provide support to Strategic Guidance Document Review; Strategic Guidance Document Development; Capabilities Based Analysis; Global Secure C2 Communication Support; Air Force Future C2 Operating Concept Support; and the C2 Science and Technology Program.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (Master’s preferred) or equivalent experience.
Minimum of ten (10) years’ experience in C2 including leadership roles in systems analysis and design, conversion and implementation support, project management, data/records management, resources management, or database planning and design.
Additional experience and knowledge of C2 and Knowledge Management systems (e.g., GDSS, ACFP, GATES).
Experience with program/project management, process reengineering, and JCIDS requirements.
Additional experience in budget management and administration as well as preparing/transmitting periodic reports using MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Must be able to effectively communicate with customer and fulfill all duties and responsibilities as listed in the contract.
Must be proficient in Microsoft Office suite including, but not limited to: Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
Must be able to obtain a Top-Secret SCI security clearance.

About NextGen: NextGen Federal Systems is an innovative technology and professional services provider specializing in advanced software solutions and comprehensive mission and business support services. We work in close collaboration with our Customers to truly understand their business and mission goals. Our approach is to design, build, implement, and manage solutions that measurably improve our client’s organizational performance. We have established and foster a corporate culture where we: -Treat employees with fairness and respect regardless of their position, sexual identity, race, or tenure. -Communicate the importance of our mission and our employees’ contributions to it, ensuring they understand how their job role contributes to the greater good. -Openly promote and communicate our ideas for change and adaptability. -Strive to achieve results as an organization. -Hold employees accountable to their commitments and provide incentives that encourage positive and productive behaviors. -Value the talents and contributions of our employees as the key factor for our success. -Create an environment where people can engage at all levels. -Encourage people to take risks and allow them to make mistakes. RefID: A01x