Raytheon
Aurora, Colorado
Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-AURORA-S E Centretech Pkwy BLDG S75 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: TS/SCI Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer - RF Engineer supporting one of our premier programs at Raytheon, an RTX Business. The Apertures and RF Team is seeking an experienced RF Engineer to provide technical leadership for adaptable and multidisciplinary hardware systems. The team is responsible for system analysis, trade studies, design, design reviews, testing, fielding and hardware refresh, integration, and operational support. In this role, you will lead and contribute to engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial concept definition and system analysis through detailed design, development, qualification testing, fielding, sustainment, and customer support. You will provide technical leadership across complex RF communications links and systems, antenna system design, functionality, and operation while working with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program leadership, and customers to resolve technical challenges and deliver mission capabilities. The work is on-site in Aurora, CO, and program support activities may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, not expected to exceed 25%. What You Will Do • Lead the planning and execution of system analysis, integration, verification, and troubleshooting activities in laboratory and operational environments • Lead technical analysis and trade studies supporting RF communications systems, antenna systems, and electronic hardware • Coordinate technical activities with multidisciplinary engineering teams, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Chief Engineering, and customer organizations • Lead troubleshooting and failure data analysis activities, including root cause and corrective action processes using laboratory and field test equipment • Develop and review detailed performance evaluations using engineering analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, Ansys HFSS, or similar tools • Lead the preparation and presentation of technical results through reports, design reviews, and briefings to internal and external stakeholders • Provide technical leadership for the design, integration, testing, troubleshooting, fielding, and sustainment of RF hardware systems • Lead root-cause analysis and support the development and implementation of engineering design changes and technical solutions • Develop, review, and maintain engineering specifications, design documentation, analysis requirements documents, schematics, and assembly drawings • Coordinate and resolve system-level technical issues across engineering disciplines and program organizations • Participate in and lead technical working groups, engineering tag-ups, interface meetings, teleconferences, and program reviews • Support the development and implementation of engineering processes and technical requirements • Lead or support mockup hardware installation, integration, troubleshooting, and repair activities • Support sustainment activities, including depot returns, failure analysis, troubleshooting, and hardware repair Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience • Experience leading or supporting RF communications links and systems, antenna systems, electronic hardware systems, or related RF engineering activities • Experience performing system analysis, technical trade studies, design, integration, testing, verification, or troubleshooting of complex RF or electronic systems • Experience using engineering and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Ansys HFSS, Python, or similar tools, along with commercial test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, or network analyzers • Active and transferable DoD TS/SCI U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date. Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with reflector system design and antenna feed design • Experience with solid-state amplifier performance parameters and high-power tube amplifier technology • Experience with computer networking and cybersecurity or INFOSEC practices • Experience with electrical schematics, interface control documentation, engineering specifications, and communications protocols • Experience with instrumentation and collection of large data sets, including the application of scripting or automation to data collection and analysis What We Offer • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation • Relocation eligible Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: • Onsite: Employees who are working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. • This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the U.S. Department of State website here: • Location: Aurora, CO: As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
Date Posted: 2026-09-14 Country: United States of America Location: US-CO-AURORA-S E Centretech Pkwy BLDG S75 Position Role Type: Onsite U.S. Citizen, U.S. Person, or Immigration Status Requirements: Active and transferable U.S. government issued security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required, as only U.S. citizens are eligible for a security clearance Security Clearance Type: DoD Clearance: TS/SCI Security Clearance Status: Active and existing security clearance required on day 1 At Raytheon, the foundation of everything we do is rooted in our values and a higher calling - to help our nation and allies defend freedoms and deter aggression. We bring the strength of more than 100 years of experience and renowned engineering expertise to meet the needs of today's mission and stay ahead of tomorrow's threat. Our team solves tough, meaningful problems that create a safer, more secure world. We have an exciting opportunity for a Principal Systems Engineer - RF Engineer supporting one of our premier programs at Raytheon, an RTX Business. The Apertures and RF Team is seeking an experienced RF Engineer to provide technical leadership for adaptable and multidisciplinary hardware systems. The team is responsible for system analysis, trade studies, design, design reviews, testing, fielding and hardware refresh, integration, and operational support. In this role, you will lead and contribute to engineering activities throughout the product lifecycle, from initial concept definition and system analysis through detailed design, development, qualification testing, fielding, sustainment, and customer support. You will provide technical leadership across complex RF communications links and systems, antenna system design, functionality, and operation while working with multidisciplinary engineering teams, program leadership, and customers to resolve technical challenges and deliver mission capabilities. The work is on-site in Aurora, CO, and program support activities may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, not expected to exceed 25%. What You Will Do • Lead the planning and execution of system analysis, integration, verification, and troubleshooting activities in laboratory and operational environments • Lead technical analysis and trade studies supporting RF communications systems, antenna systems, and electronic hardware • Coordinate technical activities with multidisciplinary engineering teams, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Chief Engineering, and customer organizations • Lead troubleshooting and failure data analysis activities, including root cause and corrective action processes using laboratory and field test equipment • Develop and review detailed performance evaluations using engineering analysis tools such as MATLAB, Python, Ansys HFSS, or similar tools • Lead the preparation and presentation of technical results through reports, design reviews, and briefings to internal and external stakeholders • Provide technical leadership for the design, integration, testing, troubleshooting, fielding, and sustainment of RF hardware systems • Lead root-cause analysis and support the development and implementation of engineering design changes and technical solutions • Develop, review, and maintain engineering specifications, design documentation, analysis requirements documents, schematics, and assembly drawings • Coordinate and resolve system-level technical issues across engineering disciplines and program organizations • Participate in and lead technical working groups, engineering tag-ups, interface meetings, teleconferences, and program reviews • Support the development and implementation of engineering processes and technical requirements • Lead or support mockup hardware installation, integration, troubleshooting, and repair activities • Support sustainment activities, including depot returns, failure analysis, troubleshooting, and hardware repair Qualifications You Must Have • Typically requires a Bachelor's Degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM) and a minimum of 8 years of prior relevant experience • Experience leading or supporting RF communications links and systems, antenna systems, electronic hardware systems, or related RF engineering activities • Experience performing system analysis, technical trade studies, design, integration, testing, verification, or troubleshooting of complex RF or electronic systems • Experience using engineering and analysis tools such as MATLAB, Ansys HFSS, Python, or similar tools, along with commercial test equipment such as oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, or network analyzers • Active and transferable DoD TS/SCI U.S. government-issued security clearance is required prior to start date. Qualifications We Prefer • Experience with reflector system design and antenna feed design • Experience with solid-state amplifier performance parameters and high-power tube amplifier technology • Experience with computer networking and cybersecurity or INFOSEC practices • Experience with electrical schematics, interface control documentation, engineering specifications, and communications protocols • Experience with instrumentation and collection of large data sets, including the application of scripting or automation to data collection and analysis What We Offer • Our values drive our actions, behaviors, and performance with a vision for a safer, more connected world. At RTX we value: Safety, Trust, Respect, Accountability, Collaboration, and Innovation • Relocation eligible Learn More & Apply Now! Please consider the following role type definition as you apply for this role: • Onsite: Employees who are working in onsite roles will work primarily onsite. This includes all production and maintenance employees, as they are essential to the development of our products. • This position requires a security clearance. DCSA Consolidated Adjudication Services (DCSA CAS), an agency of the Department of Defense, handles and adjudicates the security clearance process. More information about Security Clearances can be found on the U.S. Department of State website here: • Location: Aurora, CO: As part of our commitment to maintaining a secure hiring process, candidates may be asked to attend select steps of the interview process in-person at one of our office locations, regardless of whether the role is designated as on-site, hybrid or remote. The salary range for this role is 107,500 USD - 204,500 USD. The salary range provided is a good faith estimate representative of all experience levels. RTX considers several factors when extending an offer, including but not limited to, the role, function and associated responsibilities, a candidate's work experience, location, education/training, and key skills. Hired applicants may be eligible for benefits, including but not limited to, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, flexible work schedules, employee assistance program, Employee Scholar Program, parental leave, paid time off, and holidays. Specific benefits are dependent upon the specific business unit as well as whether or not the position is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Hired applicants may be eligible for annual short-term and/or long-term incentive compensation programs depending on the level of the position and whether or not it is covered by a collective-bargaining agreement. Payments under these annual programs are not guaranteed and are dependent upon a variety of factors including, but not limited to, individual performance, business unit performance, and/or the company's performance. This role is a U.S.-based role. If the successful candidate resides in a U.S. territory, the appropriate pay structure and benefits will apply. RTX anticipates the application window closing approximately 40 days from the date the notice was posted. However, factors such as candidate flow and business necessity may require RTX to shorten or extend the application window. RTX is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected class. RTX provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with a Disability and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act. Privacy Policy and Terms: Click on this link to read the Policy and Terms
Daily Wire
Nashville, Tennessee
Job Description Job Description The Daily Wire is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to architect and build the systems connecting our subscribers, content, advertising, and digital products. This hands-on role will work across backend services, event-driven pipelines, cloud infrastructure, analytical models, and personalization systems to strengthen our data foundations and support AI-driven content discovery. The ideal candidate brings a strong software engineering background, deep expertise in data-intensive systems, and the ability to influence technical strategy across infrastructure, analytics, and product-facing platforms. Primary Responsibilities Architect and drive the long-term vision for Daily Wire's enterprise data ecosystem, including infrastructure, ingestion, storage, transformation, and real-time analytics. Lead the design and implementation of distributed systems, high-availability APIs, event streams, and real-time data pipelines. Build resilient, production-grade backend services and data workflows using Python or Go and advanced SQL. Design and scale Snowflake data warehouses and layered dbt models that transform complex operational data into reliable data products. Partner with product and analytics leaders to establish event schemas, tracking standards, and unified semantic layers. Architect and operate production machine-learning infrastructure, low-latency inference systems, and feedback loops that power content discovery and personalization. Establish architectural and operational standards for testing, observability, security, reliability, and cost efficiency. Provide technical leadership across AWS cloud infrastructure, containerized services, architecture reviews, code mentorship, and incident response. Experience & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 10+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, analytics infrastructure, or data-intensive platform development. Advanced experience with Snowflake and dbt, including warehouse design, transformation architecture, testing, documentation, data lineage, query optimization, and cost governance. Proven experience building and operating enterprise-grade platforms on AWS, including SageMaker and Personalize. Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, system observability, and production operations. Experience with streaming and messaging technologies such as Kafka, Segment, AWS Kinesis, Kinesis Data Firehose, or Apache Flink. Experience building pipelines that support machine-learning model training, serving, recommendation systems, and content personalization. Knowledge of event-time processing, windowing, checkpointing, and schema evolution. Experience creating analytics and reporting solutions using visualization tools such as Tableau. Experience with subscription media, streaming video, content discovery, payments, digital advertising, or high-growth consumer products is preferred. Exceptional problem-solving, debugging, written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. To learn more about Daily Wire, please visit the following Daily Wire Facebook and YouTube page links: Daily Wire Daily Wire Facebook Daily Wire YouTube Daily Wire X PragerU Daily Wire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please Note: Daily Wire participates in E-Verify and performs background checks on all new hires. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Thank you! CALIFORNIA APPLICANT PRIVACY NOTICE
Job Description Job Description The Daily Wire is seeking a Principal Data Engineer to architect and build the systems connecting our subscribers, content, advertising, and digital products. This hands-on role will work across backend services, event-driven pipelines, cloud infrastructure, analytical models, and personalization systems to strengthen our data foundations and support AI-driven content discovery. The ideal candidate brings a strong software engineering background, deep expertise in data-intensive systems, and the ability to influence technical strategy across infrastructure, analytics, and product-facing platforms. Primary Responsibilities Architect and drive the long-term vision for Daily Wire's enterprise data ecosystem, including infrastructure, ingestion, storage, transformation, and real-time analytics. Lead the design and implementation of distributed systems, high-availability APIs, event streams, and real-time data pipelines. Build resilient, production-grade backend services and data workflows using Python or Go and advanced SQL. Design and scale Snowflake data warehouses and layered dbt models that transform complex operational data into reliable data products. Partner with product and analytics leaders to establish event schemas, tracking standards, and unified semantic layers. Architect and operate production machine-learning infrastructure, low-latency inference systems, and feedback loops that power content discovery and personalization. Establish architectural and operational standards for testing, observability, security, reliability, and cost efficiency. Provide technical leadership across AWS cloud infrastructure, containerized services, architecture reviews, code mentorship, and incident response. Experience & Requirements Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. 10+ years of experience in software engineering, data engineering, analytics infrastructure, or data-intensive platform development. Advanced experience with Snowflake and dbt, including warehouse design, transformation architecture, testing, documentation, data lineage, query optimization, and cost governance. Proven experience building and operating enterprise-grade platforms on AWS, including SageMaker and Personalize. Hands-on experience with infrastructure as code, CI/CD pipelines, system observability, and production operations. Experience with streaming and messaging technologies such as Kafka, Segment, AWS Kinesis, Kinesis Data Firehose, or Apache Flink. Experience building pipelines that support machine-learning model training, serving, recommendation systems, and content personalization. Knowledge of event-time processing, windowing, checkpointing, and schema evolution. Experience creating analytics and reporting solutions using visualization tools such as Tableau. Experience with subscription media, streaming video, content discovery, payments, digital advertising, or high-growth consumer products is preferred. Exceptional problem-solving, debugging, written communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. To learn more about Daily Wire, please visit the following Daily Wire Facebook and YouTube page links: Daily Wire Daily Wire Facebook Daily Wire YouTube Daily Wire X PragerU Daily Wire provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Please Note: Daily Wire participates in E-Verify and performs background checks on all new hires. We will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee's form I-9 to confirm work authorization. Thank you! CALIFORNIA APPLICANT PRIVACY NOTICE
Astrion
Hanscom Afb, Massachusetts
Job Description Job Description Overview Principal Data Links and Communications Engineer LOCATION : Hanscom AFB, MA Salary Range : $145-$155,000 annually depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE : Top Secret/SCI TRAVEL: Limited, as needed Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Data Links and Communications Engineer for the EPASS Cyber and Networks Directorate (EPASS HN II) contract , supporting the Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/HNA) located at Hanscom AFB in Massachusetts . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: Must be a US Citizen Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance Knowledge and experience with Link 22 and tatical data links engineering DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: 5 Years experience in software design and software requirements development Proficiency in C++ an Java Programming languages and development frameworks Proficiency in MBSE modeling, languages, and tools (DODAF, SysML, UML, Cameo) Networking and embedded mission systems experience Familiarity with government acquisition planning, tailoring and documentation (Acquisition Strategy Plan, Statement of Work, System Engineering Plan, User Agreements, Product Roadmap). ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Provide knowledge and experience in the development, integration, testing, and deployment of Air Force systems and their associated data links, to include definition of data link interoperability, interfaces, and verification and test assessment requirements. This includes interfacing with the Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Army, and Joint communities to ensure the data link communications capability complies with the applicable Federal Aviation Administration, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), National Security Agency (NSA), Service Acquisition Executive, Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS), Damage Assessment and Casualty Report business and technical rules. Provide resources with knowledge and experience in Developmental and Operational test and Evaluation at the sub-system and system level. This includes interface with Air Combat Command, Air Force Command and Control Integration Center, Joint Interoperability Test Command, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, and all levels of the organizations that develop and manage the C3 and encryption key distribution infrastructure for controlling a networked system, providing technical advice on C4 issues, including pre-launch conditioning and planning, aircraft-weapon pre- and post-release communications, and real-time targeting. The Contractor shall advise and assist the program Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, Program Managers (PMs), and joint combined test team customers on performance, schedule, and cost issues with respect to planning, communications, and control. The contractor will perform other duties as assigned. The candidate may be called upon for knowledge and experience in the following specific areas: Combat Net Radio (CNR) Test and Demonstration include engineering support for interoperability testing weapon configurations with Threshold and Objective launch platforms/controllers and ground Joint Terminal Attack Controllers over Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) CNR and Link 22 communications. Joint Concept of Employment (CONEMP) Cryptologic Systems Link 16 Networking Interface Control Digitally Aided Close Air Support (DACAS) United States Message Text Format (USMTF) Joint Interoperability of Tactical Command and Control Systems (JINTACCS) RESPONSIBILITIES: Support defining and documenting specifications for network-enabled weapon systems to ensure Link 16 J11.X message interoperability Interface with DoD and non-DoD federal agencies to ensure the data link communications capability complies with the applicable regulations Interface with Air Force, other services and agencies in support of developing communications equipment and managing encryption infrastructure for controlling a networked system Provide technical advice on Command, Control and Communications (C3) issues, including pre-launch conditioning and planning, networked weapons, and real-time targeting Advise and assist the staff Engineers, IPT members, PMs, and test team customers on performance, schedule, and cost issues with respect to planning, communications, and control Support defining and documenting a set of Combat Net Radio (CNR) networking parameter configurations to provide the best balance between flexible implementation of capability and implementation impact on both existing and emerging weapon systems Provide engineering support for interoperability testing weapon configurations over UHF CNR and Link 16 Support developing, documenting, and presenting a Joint Concept of Employment (CONEMP) which is flexible, scalable, and compatible with communications via Military tactical data exchange network Support developing and documenting Joint Service approaches for integrating weapons into existing TDL environments Support development and documentation of Link 16 J11.X messages within the construct of a Joint Service CM strategy that will maintain interoperability between weapon systems and controllers while supporting a flexible CONEMP
Job Description Job Description Overview Principal Data Links and Communications Engineer LOCATION : Hanscom AFB, MA Salary Range : $145-$155,000 annually depending on experience, certifications, and qualifications JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE : Top Secret/SCI TRAVEL: Limited, as needed Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Principal Data Links and Communications Engineer for the EPASS Cyber and Networks Directorate (EPASS HN II) contract , supporting the Aerial Networks Division (AFLCMC/HNA) located at Hanscom AFB in Massachusetts . REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: Must be a US Citizen Must have and be able to maintain a Top Secret/SCI clearance Knowledge and experience with Link 22 and tatical data links engineering DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS: 5 Years experience in software design and software requirements development Proficiency in C++ an Java Programming languages and development frameworks Proficiency in MBSE modeling, languages, and tools (DODAF, SysML, UML, Cameo) Networking and embedded mission systems experience Familiarity with government acquisition planning, tailoring and documentation (Acquisition Strategy Plan, Statement of Work, System Engineering Plan, User Agreements, Product Roadmap). ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS: Provide knowledge and experience in the development, integration, testing, and deployment of Air Force systems and their associated data links, to include definition of data link interoperability, interfaces, and verification and test assessment requirements. This includes interfacing with the Federal, Department of Defense (DoD), United States Air Force (USAF), United States Army, and Joint communities to ensure the data link communications capability complies with the applicable Federal Aviation Administration, Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA), National Security Agency (NSA), Service Acquisition Executive, Joint Mission Planning System (JMPS), Damage Assessment and Casualty Report business and technical rules. Provide resources with knowledge and experience in Developmental and Operational test and Evaluation at the sub-system and system level. This includes interface with Air Combat Command, Air Force Command and Control Integration Center, Joint Interoperability Test Command, Space and Naval Warfare Systems Command, and all levels of the organizations that develop and manage the C3 and encryption key distribution infrastructure for controlling a networked system, providing technical advice on C4 issues, including pre-launch conditioning and planning, aircraft-weapon pre- and post-release communications, and real-time targeting. The Contractor shall advise and assist the program Chief Engineer, Integrated Product Team (IPT) Leads, Program Managers (PMs), and joint combined test team customers on performance, schedule, and cost issues with respect to planning, communications, and control. The contractor will perform other duties as assigned. The candidate may be called upon for knowledge and experience in the following specific areas: Combat Net Radio (CNR) Test and Demonstration include engineering support for interoperability testing weapon configurations with Threshold and Objective launch platforms/controllers and ground Joint Terminal Attack Controllers over Ultra-High Frequency (UHF) CNR and Link 22 communications. Joint Concept of Employment (CONEMP) Cryptologic Systems Link 16 Networking Interface Control Digitally Aided Close Air Support (DACAS) United States Message Text Format (USMTF) Joint Interoperability of Tactical Command and Control Systems (JINTACCS) RESPONSIBILITIES: Support defining and documenting specifications for network-enabled weapon systems to ensure Link 16 J11.X message interoperability Interface with DoD and non-DoD federal agencies to ensure the data link communications capability complies with the applicable regulations Interface with Air Force, other services and agencies in support of developing communications equipment and managing encryption infrastructure for controlling a networked system Provide technical advice on Command, Control and Communications (C3) issues, including pre-launch conditioning and planning, networked weapons, and real-time targeting Advise and assist the staff Engineers, IPT members, PMs, and test team customers on performance, schedule, and cost issues with respect to planning, communications, and control Support defining and documenting a set of Combat Net Radio (CNR) networking parameter configurations to provide the best balance between flexible implementation of capability and implementation impact on both existing and emerging weapon systems Provide engineering support for interoperability testing weapon configurations over UHF CNR and Link 16 Support developing, documenting, and presenting a Joint Concept of Employment (CONEMP) which is flexible, scalable, and compatible with communications via Military tactical data exchange network Support developing and documenting Joint Service approaches for integrating weapons into existing TDL environments Support development and documentation of Link 16 J11.X messages within the construct of a Joint Service CM strategy that will maintain interoperability between weapon systems and controllers while supporting a flexible CONEMP
