Senior Communications and Network Engineer

Agile IT Synergy, LLC; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental coverage

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Training compensation

Job summary

Agile IT Synergy, LLC is seeking a Senior Communications and Network Engineer to support SOF technology integration initiatives at MacDill AFB, Tampa, FL. The role focuses on architecting, testing, and evaluating complex communication platforms in contested environments to drive next-generation capabilities for mission-critical operations.

The candidate should have 10+ years of DoD/SOF experience, be a US citizen with an active Top Secret clearance, and be prepared to work onsite daily at

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in EE/CS or related field; relevant experience may substitute.
• 10+ years of experience supporting DoD/SOF communication systems.
• Experience with Link 16 and SATCOM across multiple orbital paths.
• Ability to architect, test, and evaluate complex communication platforms in contested environments.
• U.S. citizen with active DoD Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead test and evaluation activities for advanced communications and networks.
• Architect, configure, and manage airborne and ground networks for demos and assessments.
• Serve as liaison for network integration with USSOCOM PEO and stakeholders.
• Analyze network performance in contested RF environments.
• Develop test reports and briefings for leadership.
• Install and integrate communications equipment on various platforms for test events.
• Work onsite daily at MacDill AFB, FL.

Skills

Network architecture

Systems integration

Tactical communications

Test & evaluation

Technical liaison

Communication skills

Team leadership

US citizen

Security clearance

Education

B.S. in EE/CS or related field

Tools

Wireshark

Keysight

Job description

Senior Communications and Network Engineer

Tampa/MacDill AFB, FL

Agile IT Synergy, LLC is a Subject Matter Expert (SME) based information technology company focused on innovative engineering and integration of relevant technologies combined with effective business practices to deliver complete solutions that meet customer mission needs. Our proven ability to deliver against mission priorities ranging from organizational process improvements to the execution of mission-critical technical solutions is why we are trusted by critical government agencies. We're in search of customer focused individuals with a passion for solving difficult problems and exceeding expectations.

Position Location:

Tampa/MacDill AFB, FL

Position Type:

Full-Time

Security Clearance:

Active DoD Top Secret

Job Description and Responsibilities:

The Senior Communications and Network Engineer will provide critical support to Special Operations Forces (SOF) technology integration initiatives, with responsibility for architecting, testing, and evaluating complex communication platforms in contested environments. This role is pivotal in driving the development and validation of next-generation capabilities for mission-critical operations.

Duties include but not limited to:

• Lead the planning and execution of test and evaluation activities for advanced communication and network systems.
• Architect, configure, and manage airborne and ground networks for technology demonstrations and operational assessments.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for network integration with USSOCOM PEO and stakeholder organizations.
• Conduct in-depth analysis of network performance, including throughput, latency, and reliability in contested RF environments.
• Develop and present detailed test reports and technical briefings to program leadership and stakeholders to communicate findings and recommendations.
• Provide subject matter expertise on tactical data links, SATCOM systems, and advanced networking protocols.
• Manage the installation and integration of communications equipment on various platforms for test events.
• Must be willing to work onsite daily at customer or corporate locations at MacDill AFB, FL as directed.

Education:

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field is required.
• Relevant experience and years of service may be considered in lieu of required education.

Required Experience:

• Minimum of 10 years of experience supporting DoD/SOF communication systems.
• Demonstrated expertise in network architecture, systems integration, and tactical communications.
• Proven ability to operate and configure network analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark, Keysight).
• Experience with tactical data links (e.g., Link 16) and SATCOM systems across various orbital paths (e.g., Proliferated Low Earth Orbit (PLEO), Low Earth Orbit (LEO), Geosynchronous Orbit (GEO).
• Familiarity with contested RF techniques and technologies.
• Ability to work as a member of a team with the skills and personality to lead discussions that result in positive desired outcomes.
• Excellent written and verbal communications skills.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Active DoD Top Secret security clearance.

Preferred Experience:

• Experience with data pipeline concepts (Extract, Transform, Load - ETL) for processing sensor and network data.
• Experience supporting USSOCOM PEO-FW (Program Executive Office for Fixed Wing).
• Experience working with the Rapid Innovation Cell, PEO-SDA, SOF Common Core Architecture (SCCA), AFSOC Common Core Architecture (ACCA), and autonomy suites (e.g., FANTOM Core, Vigilant Spirit, Arbitrator, BMS Control Hub).
• Knowledge of sUAS (small Unmanned Aerial Systems) payloads and integration.
• Familiarity with digital engineering and model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification is highly desired.

Travel:

Up to 20% based on customer needs.

AIT Synergy has competitive benefits and compensation packages that include Medical/Dental coverage, 401(k), Paid Time Off, Holidays, and opportunities for tuition reimbursement and training compensation relevant to task duties.