Datalink Engineer

Apex Systems; Lexington Park (MD); On-site; USD 62,000 - 141,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex Systems in Lexington Park, MD is seeking a Datalink Engineer to manage the integration and performance of naval datalink systems onsite at Patuxent River. This role requires an active Secret clearance and a bachelor’s degree in engineering or a science field.

You will collaborate with Navy and OEM teams to upgrade designs, enhance system compatibility, and improve data link performance across platforms. Master’s degree and Navy datalink experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or science required.
• Experience with datalink systems and systems integration.
• Ability to work within a team of engineers to improve designs and integration.
• Active Secret clearance required or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Manage integration and compatibility of datalink systems.
• Collaborate with engineers to modify designs and algorithms for better performance.
• Analyze datalink designs and provide technical inputs to improve integration performance.
• Work with Navy and OEM teams to upgrade and validate systems.

Skills

datalink systems

systems integration

team collaboration

SETR process

datalink compliance testing

CDRL reporting

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or scientific field

Master's degree in a scientific field

Tools

SETR process

NCTSI

CDRL reporting

Job description

# Datalink EngineerApply**Job#: 3046543****Job Description:**Datalink Engineer**Location:** Patuxent River, MD (Onsite)**Clearance:** Must Have an Active Secret ClearanceRole OverviewAs a Datalink Engineer, you will use your engineering skills to manage the integration and compatibility of datalink systems. You will work with original equipment manufacturers to improve performance and integrate advanced technologies into existing platforms. This role involves transforming mission systems requirements to improve datalink performance on a variety of platforms.Key Responsibilities* Work with existing teams to understand current challenges and develop upgrades.* Collaborate with engineers to modify designs and algorithms to better system performance.* Assist in augmenting designs and improving system integrations to enhance capabilities.* Manage the integration and compatibility of datalink systems.* Analyze datalink designs and provide technical inputs to improve performance and integration.Required Qualifications* Experience in datalink systems.* Knowledge of systems integration challenges.* Ability to work with a team of engineers to modify designs and improve system integrations.* A bachelor's degree in an engineering or scientific field.Preferred Qualifications* Experience with modern Navy datalink systems.* Experience with the SETR process.* Experience with Datalink compliance testing, including NCTSI.* Knowledge of contracting mechanisms and Contract Data Requirements List (CDRL) reporting.* A master's degree in a scientific field. *Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.**Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details. By applying for this job, you agree to receive calls, AI-generated calls, text messages, or emails from Everforth Apex and its affiliates, and contracted partners. Frequency varies for text messages. Message and data rates may apply. Carriers are not liable for delayed or undelivered messages. You can reply STOP to cancel and HELP for help. You can access our privacy policy at https://www.apexsystems.com/privacy-policy**Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.**Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.**If you require an accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in an interview with a virtual recruiter or to use our website for a search or application, please contact our Benefits Department at [e-mail] or 804-523-8228. Please note that this contact information is strictly to be used for medical ADA accommodations and that no other inquiries will be answered.**UnitedHealthcare creates and publishes the Transparency in Coverage Machine-Readable Files on behalf of Everforth Apex Systems.***Employee Type:** FullTime**Location:** Lexington Park, MD, US**Job Type:** Engineering and Technicians**Date Posted:** August 15, 2026**Pay Range:** $61,900 - $141,000