Datalink SME - Tactical Communications (Secret)

SAIC; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; 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. This role requires extensive knowledge of datalinks, COMSEC, and tactical communications systems, with travel up to 10%.

The successful candidate will configure, troubleshoot, and maintain terminals, JTRS, and related software such as JRE, SPIDR, and LMMT, and ensure DoD security standards are met. US citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 5+ years experience; Master's degree with 3+ years experience; alternate 4 years of experience in lieu of degree.
• U.S. citizenship and an active Secret clearance to start.
• Proven expertise in datalinks and advanced troubleshooting.
• Hands-on experience with JTRS terminals, COMSEC devices, and tactical software.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on expertise with datalinks, JTRS terminals, and related tactical tech.
• Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot communication terminals and COMSEC devices.
• Support software platforms including JRE, SPIDR, and LMMT.
• Perform system-level testing and ensure secure DoD communications.

Skills

Datalinks

JTRS terminals

COMSEC devices

Tactical radios

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master'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. This role requires extensive knowledge of datalinks, COMSEC, and tactical communications systems, with travel up to 10%.

The successful candidate will configure, troubleshoot, and maintain terminals, JTRS, and related software such as JRE, SPIDR, and LMMT, and ensure DoD security standards are met. US citizenship and an active Secret clearance are required.