TETHER - PQs 10.23.2026.pdf

Request for Information: N00173-27-RFI-EN01 Attachment No. 2

The following paragraphs set forth the Government’s minimum requirements deemed necessary to perform the tasks set forth in the Statement of Work (SOW). Experience in satellite communication (SATCOM) and satellite command and control (C2) is not applicable to this SOW. All key personnel must have minimum of 10 years’ experience working at high precision RF generation facilities.

A. Minimum Labor-Level Equivalency Matrix B. Key Personnel Qualification – Resume required with Proposal C. Non-Key Personnel – No Resume Required

1 Minimum Labor-Level Equivalency Matrix

Minimum Level

Educational Degree

From an Accredited Institute in an Area

Applicable to the Position

Minimum Years of Relevant Experience in Addition to

Education Level

Level IV - Senior PhD 10 Level IV - Senior Master’s Degree 15 Level IV - Senior Bachelor’s Degree 20 Level IV - Senior Associate’s degree 25

Level IV - Senior High School Diploma/GED 25

Level III - Mid PhD 5 Level III - Mid Master’s Degree 7 Level III - Mid Bachelor’s Degree 10 Level III - Mid Associate’s degree 15

Level III - Mid High School Diploma/GED 20

Level II - Junior Master’s Degree 5 Level II - Junior Bachelor’s Degree 7 Level II - Junior Associate’s degree 10

Level II - Junior High School Diploma/GED 10

Level I - Entry Bachelor’s Degree 0

2 Key Personnel Qualification – Resume required with Proposal

2.1 Systems Engineer (1 Key Required)

2.1.1 Position Description

This senior professional position primarily requires the application of knowledge of (a) systems engineering sciences of satellite, avionics and communications systems (b) system development and integration, (c) data processing techniques utilizing computers, microprocessors, data busses and interfaces to Timed Emitters Transmitting Highly Energized Radiation (TETHER) equipment and (d) timing calibration and Radio Frequency (RF) generations systems. Work pertains primarily to assessing and demonstrating the effectiveness of new concepts and ideas for equipment in achieving particular mission goals; formulating overall design concepts and criteria which establish the baseline for advancement of state-of-the-art engineering developments; and reviewing and assessing overall progress in the development effort. This position requires resolving technical difficulties that can occur due to changes in characteristics, approach, criteria, and requirements.

2.1.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) a bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math; and (b) a minimum of 15 years’ experience in the engineering development environment for timing and RF transmission is required.

2.1.3 Clearance

In accordance with the attached DD Form 254, Department of Defense Contract Security Classification Specification, candidates must have favorably adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for contract performance. The number and type of required clearances are specified in the attached DD Form 254.

2.1.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Experience in the resolution of technical problems and the development of systems for use in digital communication is desirable. Experience relevant to clocks such as hydrogen masers, atomic fountain clocks, atomic clocks and digital communication systems is especially desirable.

Previous experience providing systems engineering applications in the following technology areas is highly desirable: tactical technology programs, time ensembling, ground targets, high precision RF systems.

3 Non-Key Personnel

3.1 Electrical/RF Engineer

3.1.1 Position Description and Responsibilities

This senior professional position primarily requires the application of knowledge of engineering sciences of RF emitters and deployable systems and the various anomalies which impact the signal. The primary duties of this position will be to perform (a) space anomaly detection, measurements and analysis; (b) space anomaly detection system development, integration and testing; (c) cataloging, reducing and preventing anomaly impact on complex atmospheric research and satellite calibration systems; and (d) efforts employing knowledge of RF theory and its applications to space and air ground support systems. Experience working at high precision RF generation facilities.

This position requires the ability to resolve technically challenging problems.

Considerable travel, both within the continental United States (CONUS) and outside the continental United States (OCONUS), may be required.

3.1.2 Education and Qualifications

The following defines the minimum educational and experiential qualifications for the Electrical/RF Engineer:

(a) B.S. degree in Engineering from an accredited college or university, or the equivalent, as identified in the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards for General Schedule.

(b) Minimum of 10 years’ demonstrable experience working with complex RF calibration ground terminals. This experience must include demonstrable experience with satellite calibration, high power RF amplifiers, calibration of large transmit antennas (up to 150 feet) and associated feed assemblies (various polarizations and supporting DC to light), remote instrument control technology, software engineering, and precise measurements of signal timing, antenna boresight offsets, Equivalent Isotropically Radiated Power, tilt, and axial ratio as it affects time.

3.1.3 Clearance

Key Personnel shall possess a final DoD-granted Top Secret security clearance with the eligibility of Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) at the time of quote submission.

3.2 Software Engineer

3.2.1 Position Description

This professional position primarily requires the application of knowledge in the areas of; (a) software development methodologies and practices; including traditional structured programming techniques as well as object-oriented programming capability (b) software development metrics for cost and production, (c) software development tools, environments, and technical skills. The work pertains primarily to planning, design, development, testing, installation, and maintenance of complex technical software systems. Additional related responsibilities include the production of technical and user documentation, training and system orientation, and consultation with related development teams throughout the software development life cycle.

This position encompasses all aspects of software development from initial planning and design to final installation and maintenance. Furthermore, software engineers must possess the full spectrum of skills required for the development of software systems.

3.2.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) a bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math; (b) a minimum of 7 years’ experience in the software engineering development environment; and (c) a minimum of 5 years’ experience using Object Oriented Design and the Rational Unified Process.

3.2.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.

3.2.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Experience in designing and developing software systems using various development environments, object-oriented programming techniques, and knowledge of distributed and centralized system architecture is required. Specific experience in the design, development, and maintenance of software for tactical radio systems, Experience in the resolution of technical problems and the development of systems for use in digital communication is desirable. Experience relevant to clocks such as hydrogen masers, atomic fountain clocks, atomic clocks and digital communication systems is especially desirable.

Previous experience providing systems engineering applications in the following technology areas is highly desirable: tactical technology programs, time ensembling, ground targets, high precision RF systems.

3.3 Field Engineer

3.3.1 Position Description

Individuals performing this function typically provide systems integration, troubleshooting, deployment, and installation and demonstration at local and remote customer sites.

Additionally, individuals may be required to provide logistical support on a programmatic or an NRL TETHER departmental level. Responsibilities include the ability to properly package the system for shipment for field site delivery, installation of the system at the field site, operational system testing, and troubleshooting/repair as necessary based on operational defects identified at the field site.

3.3.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) a bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering or equivalent; and (b) a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in the field of engineering and/or integration and test role required.

3.3.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.

3.3.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Experience in the resolution of technical problems and the development of systems for use in digital communication is desirable. Experience relevant to clocks such as hydrogen masers, atomic fountain clocks, atomic clocks and digital communication systems is especially desirable.

Previous experience providing systems engineering applications in the following technology areas is highly desirable: tactical technology programs, time ensembling, ground targets, high precision RF systems.

3.4 Computer Scientist

3.4.1 Position Description

This professional position involves experience in supporting government projects with specialized skills in simulation technologies, distributed systems, software engineering, software architecture, and the management of large-scale software-based systems for satellite, avionics and communications systems and test systems.

3.4.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math; (b) a minimum of 7-10 years’ experience; and (c) a minimum of 5 years’ experience using Object Oriented Design and the Rational Unified Process.

3.4.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.

3.4.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Experience in systems architecture and infrastructure design and development of centralized and distributed systems. Experience in resolving engineering problems and developing systems for use in satellite RF, and timing systems is desirable. Experience relevant to signal digital communication systems and satellite RF systems is especially desirable. Previous experience providing systems engineering applications for sophisticated ground stations, large apertures and timing distribution systems.

3.5 Integration and Test Engineer

3.5.1 Position Description

Individuals performing this function systematically analyze data, test developmental and operational hardware characteristics and performance of components under various environmental conditions and for functional compliance and test the interaction of software modules and interfaces to ensure operational compliance with predefined program requirements.

Responsibilities include flowing down system level requirements to individual tests for requirement verification and validation, and logistical equipment planning for integrated testing.

Additional responsibilities include testing individual subsystems and integrating them into a system level test which verify proper interaction of all subsystem interfaces.

3.5.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) a bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math; and (b) a minimum of 7-10 years’ experience in an engineering integration and test role in a multi-platform environment.

3.5.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.

3.5.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Individuals must possess experience in testing and evaluating ground hardware and software used in satellite timing systems. These integration and test efforts must be formally documented in technical reports and memoranda, and individuals shall be required to actively participate in working programmatic meetings. Also, individuals shall be responsible for briefing the customer as the status of the system and subsystem level integration process, troubleshooting the system and identifying potential problems.

3.6 Electronics Technician

3.6.1 Position Description

This professional position involves experience in high school or college level or equivalent system development and engineering practices.

3.6.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, a) bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math or equivalent work experience or (b) High School diploma indicating ability to perform technical activities such as cabling, installation, testing.

3.6.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.

3.6.4 Relevant Experience Considerations

Experience in engineering techniques as it applies to system development.

3.7 Project Specialist

3.7.1 Position Description

This professional position primarily requires application of specialized skills in performing requirements tracking, allocation and management applicable to the unique operations of space anomaly detection and prediction in support of complex and sophisticated RF calibration ground stations and emitter locations.

Travel, both CONUS and OCONUS, may be required.

3.7.2 Education and Qualifications

The following defines the minimum educational and experiential qualifications for the Project Specialist:

(a) A bachelor’s degree in business, Project Management, or a related field, or the equivalent demonstrable experience working in RF research organization.

(b) A minimum of 7 years, with 10 years desired, of demonstrable experience is necessary, which shall include, but may not be limited to, (i) demonstrable experience in resolving operational problems and using requirements tools; and (ii) demonstrable experience in working with Navy RF safety and environmental for RF obscura.

3.7.3 Clearance

Key Personnel shall possess a final DoD-granted Top Secret security clearance with the eligibility of SCI at the time of quote submission.

3.8 Network Engineer

3.8.1 Position Description

This professional position requires a strong background in administering local area networks (LANs), wide area networks (WANs), and remote networks, including a strong working knowledge of network hardware, software, protocols, and security in a client/server environment.

A strong working knowledge of servers, modems, switches, firewalls, and routers is required.

Required experience includes diagnosing, troubleshooting, and resolving LAN/WAN service issues, as well as installing, configuring, maintaining, and upgrading software on network systems.

3.8.2 Education/Qualifications

The Government requests that candidates possess, as a minimum, (a) a bachelor’s degree, of a technical background, in Engineering, Management Information Systems (MIS), Computer Science, Physics, and/or Math; and (b) a minimum of 5-7 years’ experience in a network support role in a multi-platform environment, including thorough knowledge/experience with network protocols specifically Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol (TCP/IP).

Computer or network related certificates (e.g., Cisco, Bay, Microsoft) are desirable.

3.8.3 Clearance

In accordance with DD Form 254, candidates must be available with favorably-adjudicated investigations and final DoD-granted personnel security clearances required for performance of the contract. The number and type of clearances required are described in the attached DD254.