{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"9cc9635cd3fe385f7ba73155","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9cc9635cd3fe385f7ba73155","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/9cc9635cd3fe385f7ba73155","title":"DCGS Intelligence Systems Support","description":"The National Guard Bureau’s (NGB’s) Air National Guard staff is responsible for the budgetary planning, system architecture, and functional management at the NGB for ANG ISR, RPA/Strike, Cyber/IT and C2 asset integration into the active-duty U.S. Air Force (USAF) architecture.\n\nWe are looking for a highly motivated Subject Matter Expert in Distributed Common Ground Systems (DCGS) intelligence systems to provide onsite support to the Air National Guard (ANG) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) staff. This position requires a unique blend of ISR expertise, communication, and management skills.\n\nThe ideal candidate will demonstrate traits that align with PatchPlus’ guiding principles – Purpose, Proficiency, and Character. PatchPlus’ purpose is to continue to make a difference to our nation’s security while providing persistent, meaningful employment to its owner-employees. Proficiency defines the PatchPlus ethos where we seek to hire and develop members who possess a high degree of competence, skill and expertise in their field of work. Character is the moral compass in each member that guides us to do the right things.\n\nResponsibilities/Duties\n\nServe as the point of contact for issues involving acquisition and integration matters at ANG DCGS units\n\nCoordinate with Headquarters Air Force (HAF), Major Commands, National Guard Bureau (NGB) and ANG staffs and ANG operational field units to synchronize and coordinate current and future ANG DCGS installations and capabilities upgrades and provide “cradle-to-grave” systems support\n\nAnalyze DCGS systems issues and recommend solutions to the ANG ISR staff, upon their selection of a solution work with ANG DCGS field units, the DCGS System Program Office (SPO)\n\nAssist the ANG ISR staff by communicating NGB guidance and providing oversight of DCGS weapon system installation at ANG field units\n\nInform ANG ISR staff of personnel training requirements for DCGS weapon system upgrades\n\nProvide DCGS systems requirements input in support of the Program Objective Memorandum (POM) build process for ANG DCGS\n\nCoordinate with HAF and gaining Major Commands on all ANG requirements and funding issues affecting ANG DCGS sites\n\nAssist ANG ISR staff with the coordination of National Guard and Reserve Equipment Appropriations requirements for supplemental appropriations and funding\n\nTravel to DCGS weapon system program management reviews, site visits, and meetings\n\nRequirements\n\nTOP SECRET (SCI eligible) security clearance\n\nAssociate’s degree (degree waived w/ 15 years of related experience)\n\nPreferred Qualifications:\n\nBachelor’s degree in engineering, engineering science, physical science, or mathematical discipline\n\nExperience working in military headquarters staff\n\nExperience working military acquisition and budgeting\n\n#J-18808-Ljbffr","company":"Patchplus Consulting","rawCompany":"patchplus consulting","city":"Upper Marlboro","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-10-17T03:56:31.664Z","occupations":[{"code":"13-1082.00","title":"Project Management Specialists","slug":"project-management-specialists"},{"code":"15-1299.08","title":"Computer Systems Engineers/Architects","slug":"computer-systems-engineers-architects"},{"code":"55-3015.00","title":"Command and Control Center Specialists","slug":"command-and-control-center-specialists"}],"industries":[{"code":"928110","title":"National Security","slug":"national-security"},{"code":"921190","title":"Other General Government Support","slug":"other-general-government-support"},{"code":"488190","title":"Other Support Activities for Air Transportation","slug":"other-support-activities-for-air-transportation"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"DCGS Intelligence Systems Support","description":"The National Guard Bureau’s (NGB’s) Air National Guard staff is responsible for the budgetary planning, system architecture, and functional management at the NGB for ANG ISR, RPA/Strike, Cyber/IT and C2 asset integration into the active-duty U.S. Air Force (USAF) architecture.\n\nWe are looking for a highly motivated Subject Matter Expert in Distributed Common Ground Systems (DCGS) intelligence systems to provide onsite support to the Air National Guard (ANG) Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) staff. 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