Data Link Test Engineer - Senior - TGBA

Astrion; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); Vor Ort; USD 110.000 - 150.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Astrion's Air Force Division at Eglin AFB, FL seeks a Senior Tactical Datalink Test Engineer to design, develop, and execute tests for JRE, Link 16, SADL, VMF, and emerging datalinks.

Must hold an active Secret clearance with Top Secret eligibility, a Master’s degree in a technical field, and 10+ years of relevant experience. Travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS is required for this fast-paced, team-driven role.

Qualifikationen

• Master’s Degree in a technical field with 10+ years of relevant experience; 12 years may substitute for a Master’s.
• Active Secret clearance required; eligibility for Top Secret.
• Working knowledge of DOD tactical data links.
• Ability to communicate technical details both written and verbally.
• Willing to travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS.

Aufgaben

• Perform as a member of the 46 TS Gateways Element Test team.
• Interface with System Program Offices, other services, Joint Battle Labs and contractors.
• Plan, execute, and report on datalink gateway tests (JRE, Link 16, SADL, VMF).
• Operate datalink systems and equipment.
• Review customer requirements and participate in test planning meetings.
• Develop test plans/procedures, schedules, and tests within requirements.
• Lead testing efforts and produce timely reports.
• Author technical documents and conduct briefings.

Kenntnisse

Active Secret clearance

Strong communication

Team leadership

Test planning

Presentation skills

Willingness to travel

Ausbildung

Master’s Degree in a technical field

Tools

MIL-STD-6016 J-message formats

Link 16

SADL

VMF

Linux OS

Microsoft Windows

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

Tactical Datalink Test Engineer - Senior - TGBA

Overview

Tactical Datalink Test Engineer - Senior - TGBA

CLEARANCE: Active Secret

LOCATION: Eglin AFB, FL

JOB STATUS: Full Time

TRAVEL: 25% CONUS / OCONUS

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Tactical Datalink Test Engineer for the 96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG) contract, supporting the Astrion Air Force Division. We are looking for someone with computer systems design, development, and maintenance knowledge to join the United States Air Force’s premier TDL Developmental Test (DT) Team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being on the cutting edge of innovative communications technology, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn and grow, ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Master’s Degree in a technical field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience is required. Twelve years of relevant technical experience may be substituted for a Master’s Degree.
• An active Secret security clearance is required with eligibility to qualify for a Top Secret clearance for consideration (U.S. Citizenship Required)
• Working knowledge of DOD tactical data links
• Ability to communicate and present technical details both written and verbally
• Able to travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations, CONUS and OCONUS up to 25% of the time
• Strong work ethic; Comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision

Desired Qualifications / Skills

• Air Battle Manager experience onboard the E3 AWACS and/or E8 JSTARS platforms
• Understanding of basic computer networking
• Technical experience with Link 16, SADL, and VMF
• Technical experience in the areas related to data link radios
• Experience and knowledge of tactical datalinks mission threads
• Proficiency with the Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems
• Understanding of DT&E processes, specifically acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force Command and Control (C2)
• Knowledge of systems analysis and application software development concepts, functions, and techniques
• Able to evaluate tactical communications emerging technologies
• Security+ certification

Responsibilities

• Perform as a member of the 46 TS Gateways Element Test team
• Interface directly with System Program Offices, other services, Joint Battle Labs as well as product development contractors.
• Plan, execute, and report on test events for datalink gateway systems hosting the following data links: Joint Range Extension, Link 16, Situation Awareness Data Link (SADL), Variable Message Format (VMF) and emerging data links
• Operate datalink systems and equipment
• Proficient/familiar with MIL-STD-6016 J-message formats
• As a technical leader in an engineering role, review customer requirements and participate in test planning meetings
• Develop test plans and procedures, schedules, and execute a test within the constraints of customer requirements and produce timely test reports
• Capable of performing as a team leader in directing and executing system testing
• Author technical documents and briefings and conduct formal presentations
• Travel to locations, as required, to conduct tests, collect and reduce data