UAS Datalinks SME — RF, Encryption & TRANSEC Expert

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Huntsville (AL)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 265,000

Full time

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Job summary

CACI is seeking a Datalinks Engineer to support the PM UAS Technical Management Division. This on-site role involves providing technical oversight for datalink systems, coordinating with partners, and guiding upgrade and field issue resolutions. The candidate will work with RF, encryption, and standardization efforts to ensure UAS mission effectiveness.

The position requires a SECRET clearance, U.S. citizenship, and a technical bachelor’s degree.

Qualifications

U.S. citizenship is required.
DoD SECRET security clearance required.
Bachelor’s degree in hard science or technical discipline.
Experience with UAS datalink, RF systems, communications systems, or related mission systems.
Experience with encryption, RF modeling, datalink standards, COMSEC, or TRANSEC.

Responsibilities

Develop and coordinate a UAS datalink strategy aligned with office objectives and capabilities.
Provide datalink SME input to PM UAS leadership and special projects.
Provide technical oversight for datalink system development, integration, qualification, and sustainment.
Assess threat environment and impacts to RF systems; coordinate with laboratories and development organizations.
Represent UAS strategy in forums and work with cross-functional stakeholders.
Prepare and review Performance Work Statements for datalink tasks.