Data Link Test Engineer

• Senior
• TGBA Astrion Aug 24, 2026 Overview Tactical Datalink Test Engineer
• Senior

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TGBA CLEARANCE

Active Secret

LOCATION

Eglin

AFB, FL JOB STATUS

Full Time TRAVEL:

25%

CONUS / OCONUS

Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Tactical Datalink Test Engineerfor the96 Cyberspace Test Group (96 CTG)contract, supporting theAstrionAir Force Division. We are looking for someone with computer systems design, development, and maintenance knowledge to join the United States Air Force's premier TDL Developmental Test (DT) Team. If you enjoy working in a fast-paced environment and being on the cutting edge of innovative communications technology, this is the place for you. We provide several opportunities to learn and grow, ranging from on-the-job training with other team members to formal courses for unique technology areas.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Master's Degree in a technical field and a minimum of 10 years of relevant technical experience is required. Twelve years of relevant technical experience may be substituted for a Master's Degree. An active Secret security clearance is required with eligibility to qualify for a Top Secret clearance for consideration (U.S. Citizenship Required) Working knowledge of DOD tactical data links Ability to communicate and present technical details both written and verbally Able to travel to contractors' facilities, test sites, and other locations, CONUS and OCONUS up to 25% of the time Strong work ethic; Comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

Air Battle Manager experience onboard the E3 AWACS and/or

E8 JSTARS

platforms Understanding of basic computer networking Technical experience with Link 16, SADL, and VMF Technical experience in the areas related to data link radios Experience and knowledge of tactical datalinks mission threads Proficiency with the Microsoft and Linux Operating Systems Understanding of DT&E processes, specifically acquisition program development and detailed knowledge of Air Force Command and Control (C2) Knowledge of systems analysis and application software development concepts, functions, and techniques Able to evaluate tactical communications emerging technologies Security+ certification

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform as a member of the 46 TS Gateways Element Test team Interface directly with System Program Offices, other services, Joint Battle Labs as well as product development contractors. Plan, execute, and report on test events for datalink gateway systems hosting the following data links: Joint Range Extension, Link 16, Situation Awareness Data Link (SADL), Variable Message Format (VMF) and emerging data links Operate datalink systems and equipment Proficient/familiar with

MIL-STD-6016

J-message formats As a technical leader in an engineering role, review customer requirements and participate in test planning meetings Develop test plans and procedures, schedules, and execute a test within the constraints of customer requirements and produce timely test reports Capable of performing as a team leader in directing and executing system testing Author technical documents and briefings and conduct formal presentations Travel to locations, as required, to conduct tests, collect and reduce data