Datalink SME: Tactical Communications Expert

SAIC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Datalink Subject Matter Expert to support USAF JTEP, PocketJ, and LAK programs. On-site role requiring up to 10% travel, working with cross-functional teams to ensure mission success.

The candidate will have extensive datalink experience, JTRS terminals, COMSEC devices, and related tactical communication technologies, with DoD security clearances and strong troubleshooting skills.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen with active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree plus 2+ years experience or 4 years substitution for degree.
• Experience with datalinks, JTRS terminals, COMSEC, and DoD systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on expertise with datalinks, JTRS terminals, and tactical comms tech.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot communication terminals, COMSEC devices, and tactical radios.
• Utilize and support JRE, SPIDR, and LMMT software platforms.
• Perform system-level operational test and evaluation for integration.
• Implement and maintain COMSEC measures per DoD standards.
• Troubleshoot complex issues across software, hardware, and networks.
• Collaborate with team to deliver mission-critical solutions in high-demand scenarios.

Skills

Datalinks

JTRS

COMSEC

Tactical radios

Troubleshooting

Teamwork

DoD standards

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

JRE

SPIDR

LMMT

Job description

SAIC in San Diego, CA, is seeking a Datalink Subject Matter Expert to support USAF JTEP, PocketJ, and LAK programs. On-site role requiring up to 10% travel, working with cross-functional teams to ensure mission success.

The candidate will have extensive datalink experience, JTRS terminals, COMSEC devices, and related tactical communication technologies, with DoD security clearances and strong troubleshooting skills.