tactical-data-links jobs in San Diego

This junior-level cyber engineering role involves supporting the planning, implementation, monitoring, and upgrades of security measures protecting DoD networks and systems. Responsibilities include troubleshooting security and network problems, responding to breaches, testing for vulnerabilities, implementing IA controls compliant with DoD RMF, and configuring firewalls and Linux systems.…See more The candidate must have 2–4 years of hands-on cyber or IT experience, in-depth Linux and virtualized-systems knowledge (VMWare, KVM, Hyper-V), understanding of wireless tools and network security protocols, and DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification.

Systems Network Engineer II/III will design, implement, and support resilient network architectures across shipboard and enterprise environments while ensuring cybersecurity compliance and risk mitigation. The role requires assessing vulnerabilities, proposing remediation strategies, documenting configuration and architectural changes at engineering level, and coordinating approvals through engineering change and cybersecurity governance processes.…See more The person will support operational events with hands-on testing and implementation aboard ship, provide training to ship's force, and liaise across cloud, computer engineering, cybersecurity, and operational teams. A Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of network engineering, tactical networks, or related infrastructure experience is required, along with an active Secret clearance and ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Mid-level cyber engineer responsible for planning, implementing, and managing security measures protecting DoD data, systems, and networks. Will troubleshoot security and network problems, respond to breaches, test for vulnerabilities, implement IA controls compliant with DoD RMF, and ensure appropriate security controls are enabled.…See more Requires 6–8 years of hands-on cyber/IT experience, in-depth Linux and virtualized systems knowledge, firewall configuration and troubleshooting, network security protocols, and DoD IA/RMF frameworks. Must hold DoD 8570 IAT Level 2 certification and an active Secret clearance.

The Communications Specialist II provides technical and operational support for Advanced Tactical Data Link (ATDL) systems, with expertise in cryptographic integration, Communications Security (COMSEC), and network interoperability. Responsibilities include configuring and fielding secure communication systems, troubleshooting system issues, evaluating network architectures, and delivering training to operators and maintainers.…See more The role requires minimum 2 years of experience with Tactical Data Links and COMSEC systems, an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, and familiarity with systems such as Link 16 and MIDS JTRS. Travel to both CONUS and OCONUS locations is required.

This Systems Network Engineer II/III role focuses on designing, implementing, and sustaining network systems across shipboard, enterprise, and tactical environments while ensuring cybersecurity compliance and resilience. The engineer will assess vulnerabilities and risks, propose remediation and mitigation strategies, document configuration and architecture changes, and coordinate engineering change and security authorization processes.…See more The role requires coordinating across cloud, computer engineering, cybersecurity, and operational stakeholders to support production and operational events, including on-ship testing and implementation. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree plus 9+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degree) and an active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI.

Senior Systems Engineer leading infrastructure design and integration on Department of Defense programs. Must demonstrate depth in enterprise networking, virtualization/hyperconverged infrastructure, or storage architecture, with working knowledge of DoD cybersecurity compliance (STIGs, eMASS, RMF).…See more Responsible for taking infrastructure from current-state assessment through design, build, test, and customer acceptance, producing engineering documentation and coordinating with OEMs and technology partners. Active Secret clearance required.

Senior Systems Engineer supporting the PMW 770 Link 16 program on mission-critical naval systems engineering activities. Responsibilities include providing technical program support, developing and reviewing Model-Based Systems Engineering artifacts, managing Engineering Change Requests, conducting technical reviews, drafting acquisition documentation, and coordinating systems test and evaluation.…See more Requires 7+ years of systems engineering experience, a bachelor's degree in engineering, and ability to obtain and maintain an Active DoD Secret clearance.

This Systems Engineer role involves designing, integrating, implementing, and testing complex systems and systems-of-systems architectures in support of defense and tactical command-and-control missions. The candidate will define technical requirements, perform data analysis across multiple sources, develop technical documentation, and support cross-functional engineering teams.…See more The position requires 5–8 years of systems engineering or technical integration experience, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and an active Secret clearance.

A Systems Network Engineer II/III role supporting naval and operational network environments, responsible for designing, implementing, and troubleshooting resilient network architectures while ensuring cybersecurity compliance and risk mitigation. The engineer will assess vulnerabilities, document configuration and design changes at line-level detail, coordinate engineering change and cyber authorization processes, and provide both on-site shipboard support and remote technical guidance.…See more The role requires expertise in network architecture, tactical data links, WAN design, cybersecurity policy, and Assessment & Authorization practices, with coordination across cloud, computer engineering, cybersecurity, and operational teams.

This is a network engineering role focused on designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and sustaining tactical and enterprise network systems with a strong cybersecurity emphasis. The engineer will work with WAN-level architectures, routing, connectivity, and tactical data links while assessing cybersecurity risks across deployed systems and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders.…See more The role requires deep experience in network architecture, cybersecurity policy, security controls, vulnerability management, and the ability to document and communicate technical risks and network designs to both engineering and operational audiences.

Senior Software QA Engineer responsible for validating Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, drivers, middleware, and safety-critical interfaces. Will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature, exploratory, regression, acceptance) across HIL/SIL rigs, build Python-driven automation for serial/CAN/Ethernet I/O and fault injection, and instrument diagnostics to isolate timing and state issues before Flight Test.…See more Expected to own system testing end-to-end, validate robustness under degraded conditions (jitter, packet loss, brownouts, watchdog resets), and collaborate with avionics, autonomy, radio, and payload teams to harden reliability on aircraft.

This role provides technical and operational support for Advanced Tactical Data Link (ATDL) systems with emphasis on cryptographic integration, Communications Security (COMSEC), and network interoperability. Responsibilities include configuring and fielding secure communication systems, troubleshooting system and interoperability issues in lab and field environments, evaluating network architectures, and providing training to operators and maintainers.…See more The position requires minimum 2 years of hands-on experience with ATDL systems (Link 16, MIDS JTRS), COMSEC material handling, CMS processes, and an active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Senior Software QA Engineer to own system testing for Firestorm's avionics platform—embedded Linux and RTOS flight computers, board support packages, device drivers, and safety-critical data paths. You will design and execute risk-based test strategies (feature/bring-up, exploratory, regression, acceptance) and build automation across HIL/SIL rigs exercising real buses (CAN/CAN-FD, UART, SPI, I²C, Ethernet) and links (MAVLink, Tactical Data Links) under fault conditions.…See more You will instrument diagnostics, triage defects, and harden robustness for timing, jitter, packet loss, brownouts, and recovery paths before Flight Test. This is a full-time onsite role in San Diego requiring hands-on bench work with flight computers, power systems, radios, and sensors.

Entry to junior-level software developer supporting the Command and Control Processor (C2P) Modernization project at Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC) Pacific. The role involves designing, coding, and testing C++ applications for system diagnostics, tactical data links (S-TADIL-J/JREAP A, Link 16), and user interfaces.…See more Responsibilities include collaborating with senior developers, participating in code reviews, debugging software issues, and contributing to maintenance of existing systems within an Agile framework.