Software Engineer - Military Datalink Level 5 (Asc2 Program)

Direct Staffing Inc; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Software Engineer for Military Datalink projects, requiring expertise in Link-16 and Link-11 software design. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in software engineering with a focus on military applications and compliance with security regulations. The position offers a dynamic environment with responsibilities ranging from development to testing, coupled with opportunities to advance in a critical sector.

Qualifications

• Must have minimum 6 years experience designing Link-16 and Link-11 software.
• Must obtain U.S. Security Clearance, including Top Secret.
• Experience with datalink infrastructure design frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Develop requirements and design approaches for common datalink software.
• Identify and resolve issues in the development of the code base.
• Provide technical leadership and oversee AWS builds.

Skills

Adaptability

Communication

Analytical Skills

Debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry

Master's degree with 12+ years of experience

PhD with 9+ years of experience

Job description

Software Engineer - Military Datalink Level 5 (Asc2 Program)

• Full-time

Exp 10 -15 years

Bonus

Job Description

Military datalink embedded software engineer. Must have a minimum of 6 years experience designing Link-16 and Link-11 software, with demonstrable knowledge of MIL-STD-6016 and MIL-STD-6011. Applicants without this experience will not be considered. Five years experience in the Datalink Infrastructure (DLI) design framework is highly desirable. Responsibilities include developing requirements, architectural and design approaches, and implementation efforts for common datalink software across multiple programs and in a product line environment. The role involves identifying and resolving issues in developing a single common code base, interfacing with Mission Computing peers, and ensuring correct interface definitions and protocol allocations. The engineer will develop solutions for complex problems, create and present design alternatives, and help resolve technical and programmatic issues affecting cost, schedule, and performance. Responsibilities also include implementing designs, performing unit and integration testing, providing technical leadership, overseeing AWS builds, and training team members. Must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance with special access. Works under consultative direction.

Qualifications

This position requires compliance with export control regulations; therefore, a "US Person" as defined by 22 C.F.R. § 120.15 is required.

Education and experience: Bachelor's degree with 14+ years, Master's with 12+ years, or PhD with 9+ years in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics, or chemistry. ABET accreditation preferred but not required.

Must have an active or ability to obtain U.S. Security Clearance, including Top Secret.

Preferred experience:

• 3+ years designing military datalinks Link-16 and/or Link-11
• 5 years in DLI design framework
• 3+ years in C++ design
• Knowledge of MIL-STD-6016 and MIL-STD-6011
• Team leadership experience
• Debugging all datalink code
• Collaborating with engineers, management, and customers

Competencies: Adaptability, Communication, Team Success, Innovation, Managing Work, Planning, Analytical Skills, Engineering Processes, Real-time Software Architecture & Domain Knowledge, System Trade Studies.

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.