Job Description
Tactical Data Link Engineer
If you want to know about the requirements for this role, read on for all the relevant information.
The Opportunity:
Are you looking for an opportunity to combine your technical skills with big-picture thinking to make an impact in national defense and international cooperation? You understand your customers’ environment and how to develop the right systems for their mission. Your ability to translate real-world needs into technical specifications makes you an integral part of delivering a customer-focused engineering solution.
As a leader in systems engineering, we’re looking for you to solve complex challenges and shape international cooperation solutions by leading engineering efforts. Your customer will trust you to not only design and develop these systems, but also evolve them with advanced technology solutions. Share your expertise through leadership and mentoring while broadening your skillset into areas like foreign military sales and international cooperation. Join our team and help create the future of international solutions in defense.
Join us. The world can’t wait.
You Have:
10+ years of experience working with Link 16 systems
Experience with Link 16 test equipment and analysis tools such as Tactical Datalink Integration Exerciser (TIGER), Data Link Gateway, and Gateway Manager
Experience with system engineering processes and methodologies
Knowledge of Link 16 protocols, waveforms, and network architectures
Secret clearance
Bachelor's degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
Nice If You Have:
Experience with other tactical data links such as JREAP or SADL
Experience with modeling and simulation tools such as OPNET or NS-3
Possession of excellent written and verbal communication skills
Clearance:
Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; Secret clearance is required.
Compensation
At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.
Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $99,000.00 to $225,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.
Identity Statement
As part of the application process, you are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.
Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you’ll periodically work from a Booz Allen or client site facility.
If this position is listed as onsite, you’ll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.
Commitment to Non-Discrimination
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
Job Tags
Full time, Contract work, Local area, Remote work,