Technical_Exhibit_2-UAS_Labor_Cat._Description.docx

UAS LABOR CATEGORY DESCRIPTIONS

It is the responsibility of the Contractor to provide personnel with the appropriate skill sets, education, work experience and quantity of personnel required to successfully meet all the requirements of this basic IDIQ and all awarded TOs. The following are examples of labor category descriptions and the education level, preferred degree, minimum experience, substitution, and description of work performed that could be required:

Platform Instructor (UGS):

Provides common-core instruction to military personnel in the basics of unmanned aviation ground operations. UGS instruction includes the following topics:

· Recognition of critical weather situations from the ground and in flight, wind shear avoidance and proper use of aeronautical weather reports and forecasts.

· Principles of aerodynamics, power plants, and aircraft systems.

· Airfield Operations, traffic patterns, airfield lighting, landing indicators, signage and markings.

· Airspace Operations in the National Airspace system and tactical environments.

· Air Traffic Control rules, regulations, and interactions.

· Radio communication procedures.

· Compute aircraft performance based on effects of density altitude, weight and balance, and weather.

· Applicable Federal and Military Aviation Regulations.

· Use of aeronautical charts for Visual Flight Rules (VFR) navigation using pilotage, dead reckoning, and navigation systems.

· Safe and efficient operation of aircraft, including collision avoidance, and recognition and avoidance of wake turbulence.

· Aeronautical decision making.

· Flight planning and preflight action that includes information on runway lengths at airports of intended use, data on takeoff and landing distances, weather reports, fuel requirements; and emergency procedures preparatory to system specific training in the operation of Shadow 200, and Gray Eagle UAS.

· Operations IAW AR 95-23, TC 3-04.61, TC 3-04.63, and TC 3-04.45 preparatory to system specific training in the operation of Shadow 200 and Gray Eagle UASs.

Platform Instructor (USO):

Provides instruction to military personnel in USO. UGS instruction includes the following topics:

· Application of map reading techniques for UAS Operations.

· Capabilities and limitations of Army UAS Systems and their payloads.

· Fundamentals of UAS Missions with emphasis on teaming of manned and unmanned aircraft (MUM-T) missions; route, zone, and area reconnaissance; aerial surveillance; security operations; attack operations, and other UAS missions.

· Fundamentals of laser safety, different types of lasers on UAS payloads, employment, capabilities and effective utilization of lasers during UAS missions.

· Fundamentals of UAS tasking to include the Operations Process; Mission, Enemy, Terrain and Weather, Troops and support, - Time available and Civil considerations (METT-TC); and coordination of UAS collection and planning methods that encompass the Concept of Operations.

· Fundamentals of the five S methodology to help identify targets. Advantages and limitations of motion imagery, imaging sensors, grazing angles, enemy deception methods and techniques, IR characteristics, capabilities and limitations, and how to analyze and interpret IR imagery from a UAS perspective.

· Fundamentals of Ground Considerations in Operational Reach to include an overview of areas, infrastructure, Lines of Communications (LOCs), and activities of Tactical Importance.

· Fundamentals of UAS support to the tactical assets of the six respective Warfighting Functions.

· Characteristics and limitations of Intelligence and Intelligence products, to include the targeting process, target intelligence, target development, target types, and combat assessment.

· Fundamentals of the Intelligence Preparation for the Battlefield (IPB) process as an UAS operator will support the commander’s tactical decision-making by providing information that enhances situational awareness of the operational environment.

· Concepts and application of Army reporting formats to include SALUTE, SALT, SPOT and BDA reports.

· Concepts and application of imagery identification techniques.

· Concepts and participants in the operational environment; the eight operational variables and the range of military operations.

· Concepts of how a UAS operates in offensive, defensive, stability, and defense support of civil authorities operations.

· Fratricide and how to prevent it as a UAS operator thru positive identification of targets and situational awareness.

· Concepts and application of military Symbology.

· IAW AR 95-23, TC 3-04.61, TC 3-04.63, and TC 3-04.45 preparatory to system specific training in the operation of Shadow 200 and Gray Eagle UAS’s.

Platform Instructor (Shadow Mission System):

Provides instruction to military personnel in the skills necessary to transport, offload, assemble/emplace, prepare for operations, disassemble/displace and load for transport of Shadow 200 Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Instruction includes the following topics:

· Capabilities and system logic of the Shadow 200 UAS System and its payloads, and memorization of immediate action emergency procedures and system limitations.

· Emplace, Preventive Maintenance Check and Services (PMCS), power-up, power-down, and displace the Shadow 200 UAS.

· AV Preflight Inspection and Before Engine Start (AV and Launcher) inspection.

· Shadow 200 Technical Manuals (TMs) and common terms and acronyms familiarization.

· Research Paper and Oral Presentations on system components.

· Familiarity and application with of DA PAM 738-751 (TAMMS) using logbook software.

· Familiarization with Aircraft Operator (AO) Vehicle Control Software (VCS) software panels.

· Description of how the aircraft is tracked by the Ground Data Terminal (GDT)

· Understanding of signal flow between system components (uplinks, downlinks, and GDT communications).

· Familiarization with Digital Terrain Elevation Data (DTED) and how it is used during Shadow 200 flights.

· Understanding of how to read a Weather Flimsy (local weather report).

· Determination of runway heading selection based on surface winds.

· Understanding of how Above Ground Level (AGL) altitude is calculated by Shadow 200 system.

· Understanding of GDT Calibration.

· Familiarization with Ground Control Station (GCS) Telemetry Switches and signal flow.

Flight Instructor (Shadow 200):

Provides instruction to military personnel in both flight simulators and actual flight operations to train personnel in the operation of the Shadow UAS. Instruction includes the following topics:

· Procedures for takeoff, landing, and tactical employment of the Shadow UAS.

· Fundamentals and application of Air Crew Coordination – Enhanced (ACT-E).

· Capabilities, emergency procedures, limitations, and system logic of the Shadow UAS System and its payloads.

· Fundamentals and conduct of Shadow UAS Missions with emphasis on route, zone, and area reconnaissance; aerial surveillance; security operations; and employment of the Shadow UAS in attack missions.

· Fundamentals of Mission Planning and approval Process to include the METT-TC; Risk Assessment; and Performance Planning.

· Concepts and application of Army reporting formats to include SALUTE, SALT-W, and BDA reports.

· Familiarity with National Airspace-- restricted areas and class D airspace-- and Air Traffic Control (ATC) phraseology.

· Configuration of system radios for flight operations and communications relay.

· Application of map reading techniques for UAS Operations.

· Fundamentals of laser safety, different types of lasers on UAS, employment, capabilities, detractors, and effective utilization of lasers during UAS missions.

· Fundamentals of Combat Vehicle Identification and familiarity with major US, Allied, and Threat equipment.

· Concepts and application of military Symbology.

· Fratricide and how to prevent it as a UAS operator through positive identification of targets and situational awareness.

· Familiarity with Joint procedures for Call for Indirect Fire and Laser Designation for a Hellfire missile.

· Familiarity and application of AR 95-23 (UAS Flight Regulations), TC 3-04.61 (UAS Commander’s Guide and ATM - Shadow 200), TC 3-04.45 (Combat Aviation Gunnery), AR 40-8 (Exogenous Factors), and TC 3-04.93 (Aeromedical Training),

· Familiarity and application with of DA PAM 738-751 (TAMMS) and maintenance logbook software.

· Concepts of Decisive Action and how a UAS operates in offensive, defensive, stability, and defense support of civil authorities operations.

· Concepts and participants in the Operational Environment (OE). The eight operational variables.

· Fundamentals of the Intelligence Preparation for the Battlefield (IPB) process as an UAS operator will support the commander’s tactical decision-making by providing information that enhances situational awareness of the operational environment.

Flight Instructor (Gray Eagle MQ-1C):

Provides instruction to military personnel in both flight simulators and actual flight operations to train personnel in the operation of the Gray Eagle UAS. Instruction includes the following topics:

· Procedures for takeoff, landing, and tactical employment.

· Fundamentals and application of Air Crew Coordination – Enhanced (ACT-E).

· Capabilities, emergency procedures, limitations, and system logic of the Gray Eagle UAS System and its payloads.

· Fundamentals and conduct of Gray Eagle UAS Missions with emphasis on route, zone, and area reconnaissance; aerial surveillance; security operations; and employment of the Gray Eagle UAS in attack missions.

· Fundamentals of Mission Planning and approval Process to include the METT-TC; Risk Assessment; and Performance Planning.

· Concepts and application of Army reporting formats to include SALUTE, SALT-W, and BDA reports.

· Familiarity with National Airspace-- restricted areas and class D airspace-- and ATC phraseology.

· Configuration of system radios for flight operations and communications relay.

· Application of map reading techniques for UAS Operations.

· Fundamentals of laser safety, different types of lasers on UAS payloads, employment, capabilities, detractors, and effective utilization of lasers during UAS missions.

· Fundamentals of Combat Vehicle Identification and familiarity with major US, Allied, and Threat equipment.

· Concepts and application of military Symbology.

· Fratricide and how to prevent it as a UAS operator through positive identification of targets and situational awareness.

· Familiarity with Joint procedures for Call for Indirect Fire and Laser Designation for a Hellfire missile.

· Familiarity and application of AR 95-23 (UAS Flight Regulations), TC 3-04.63 (UAS Commander’s Guide and ATM – Gray Eagle), TC 3-04.45 (Combat Aviation Gunnery), AR 40-8 (Exogenous Factors), and TC 3-04.93 (Aeromedical Training),

· Familiarity and application with of DA PAM 738-751 (TAMMS) and maintenance logbook software.

· Concepts of Decisive Action and how a UAS operates in offensive, defensive, stability, and defense support of civil authorities operations.

· Concepts and participants in the OE.

· Fundamentals of the IPB process as an UAS operator will support the commander’s tactical decision-making by providing information that enhances situational awareness of the operational environment.

Flight Instructor (Instuctor Operator):

Provides instruction to military personnel in the skills necessary to be an effective Unit Instructor Operator for Shadow UAS and Gray Eagle UAS. Instruction includes the following topics:

· All Academic/Oral Evaluation topics outlined in Chapter 3 of the TC 3-04.61 and TC 3-04.63 preparatory to system specific training in the operation of Shadow and Gray Eagle UASs.

· Assessment and evaluation techniques as described in FAA-H-8083-9A Aviation Instructor's Handbook.

Platform Instructor (Shadow Maintenance):

Provides instruction to military personnel in Shadow UAS aviation maintenance. Instruction includes the following topics:

Basic electronics, maintenance, and maintenance operations.

Platform Instructor (Gray Eagle Maintenance):

Provides instruction to military personnel in Gray Eagle UAS aviation maintenance. Instruction includes the following topics:

Basic electronics, maintenance, and maintenance operations.

Platform Instructor (Instrument Flight Rules):

Provides instruction to military personnel in basic aviation Instrument Flight Rules. Instruction includes the following topics:

National Airspace Regulations, Flight Instruments and Systems, Weather, IFR flight planning, IFR approach/departure procedures, DOD Flight Information Publications (FLIP) and Airspace Management.

Platform Instructor (Warrant Officer):

Provides instruction to military personnel in UAS Warrant Officer skills. Instruction includes the following topics:

· Fundamentals in management of a UAS unit standardization program.

· Capabilities and limitations of Army UAS Systems and their payloads.

· Fundamentals of UAS Missions with emphasis on teaming of MUM-T missions; route, zone, and area reconnaissance; aerial surveillance; security operations; attack operations, and other UAS missions.

· Fundamentals of laser safety, different types of lasers on UAS payloads, employment, capabilities, and effective utilization of lasers during UAS missions.

· Identify the requirements and limitations outlined in the UAS flight regulations and the UAS Commanders guide and Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).

· Evaluate a UAS Standing Operating Procedures (SOP) for effective writing and compliance with Directorate of Evaluation and Standardization (DES) guidelines.

· Fundamentals of management of the policies and procedures for a UAS unit safety program.

· Characteristics and limitations of Intelligence and Intelligence products, to include the targeting process, target intelligence, target development, target types, and combat assessment.

· Fundamentals of the UAS mission planning and operation. Aspects included: prepare and present an Air Mission Briefing (AMB); how to implement Airspace Command and Control (AC2) measures; how to integrate UAS into joint fires; the use of the Aviation Mission Planning System (AMPS); how to manage a UAS gunnery program; and how to integrate UAS support into operations.

· Fundamentals of UAS Management. Coordinate, manage, and supervise UAS launch and recovery operations and emplacement sites; how to request and manage a frequency program; how to manage and supervise maintenance and logistics of all assigned equipment, and teach the system’s capabilities and limitations in relation to launch and recovery management and operations.

· Fundamentals of UAS Employment. Real-world, scenario-driven, high-intensity simulated exercise.

· Fundamental of UAS Mission Coordinator and Liaison Officer.

· IAW AR 95-23, TC 3-04.61, TC 3-04.63, and TC 3-04.45 preparatory to system specific training in the operation of Shadow 200 and Gray Eagle UAS’s.

IT Network Administrator.

The Contractor shall provide IT systems administration and Assistant Information Assurance Security Officer (AIASO) functions. The contractor shall provide telephonic, email, and physical Help Desk support for personal work stations/laptop, printers, software applications and programs, desktop telephones, etc. Provide system administration of network, web, and/or communication systems, including Local Area Network (LAN) and Wide Area Network (WAN) systems, involving network security. Administer use of accounts, passwords, email, chat, and File Transfer Protocol (FTP). The contractor shall maintain servers, create monitoring reports and logs, and ensure functionality of links. Monitor web sites for acceptable performance and user accessibility to include maintenance of 2nd Battalion, 13th Aviation Regiment’s Intranet site. Provide configuration management and documentation of network and system topologies and/or web site.

Flight Line Opeartions and Mission Support.

Provides flight-line operations and mission support. Duties will typically include ground flight observer operations, participation in downed aircraft recovery teams, securing ranges, Petroleum, Oil and Lubricant (POL) support, site maintenance, and minor construction.

Training Material Support.

Supports development of training scenarios, Computer Based Training, Distance Learning, Playable on Demand (podcast) videos and filming of scenarios for use in class presentations and support of live flight training missions.

Logistics Support.

Provide logistics support to UAS operations and training.