Data Links & Communication Engineer SME

Astrion - Bedford, MA

Full-time - Senior

Bedford, MA

Crop Production

About the position

The Data Links & Communication Engineer SME position at Astrion involves providing expert-level engineering support for data links and communication systems within the Tactical Data Networks Enterprise (TDNE) program office. This role is crucial for ensuring compliance with various federal and military standards while contributing to the development and deployment of advanced aerial network capabilities. The position requires collaboration with multiple defense organizations and offers opportunities for professional growth in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Interface with Federal, DoD, USAF, USA, and Joint communities to ensure compliance with data link communications capabilities.
• Provide resources with knowledge and experience in Developmental and Operational test and Evaluation at the sub-system and system level.
• Advise and assist program Chief Engineer, IPT Leads, PMs, and joint combined test team customers on performance, schedule, and cost issues.
• Provide technical advice on C4 issues, including pre-launch conditioning and planning, aircraft-weapon communications, and real-time targeting.
• Support Combat Net Radio (CNR) definition and documentation, interoperability testing, and Joint Concept of Employment (CONEMP) development.

Requirements

• MA/MS degree and 15 years of experience (5 years DoD).
• Ability to support agile communications initiatives and activities.
• Familiarity with Joint Service approaches for integrating weapons into tactical data link environments.
• Knowledge of defense acquisition policies outlined in DoDI 5000.02.
• Ability to communicate effectively and remain organized in monitoring progress.

Nice-to-haves

• Superior competency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Teams) and Adobe (Acrobat).

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Continuing education assistance
• Professional development allotment
• Multiple healthcare benefits packages
• 401K with employer matching
• Paid time off (PTO) along with a federally recognized holiday schedule