Air C2 Systems Engineer

Lumbee Holdings•Camp Pendleton, CA

23h•Onsite

About The Position

The Air Command and Control (C2) Systems Engineer is responsible for the design, integration, testing, and sustainment of aviation Command and Control (C2) systems and associated Tactical Data Link (TDL) architectures in support of operational and engineering test environments. This role provides subject matter expertise in Link-16 and associated protocols (JREAP A/B/C, Satellite Link 16), enabling seamless data exchange and interoperability across joint and coalition systems. The position supports the full lifecycle of test events—including planning, execution, analysis, and reporting (PEAR)—across both laboratory and shipboard environments. The ideal candidate will possess deep technical knowledge of air C2 systems, simulation tools, and tactical networks, and will play a critical role in advancing integrated air-ground operational capabilities.

Requirements

Strong technical expertise in LAN, WAN, and virtual network architectures across OSI Layers 1–4.
Ability to integrate C2 systems and optimize network performance in complex environments.
Analytical problem-solving skills.
A test and evaluation mindset.
Ability to translate network data into actionable improvements that enhance reliability and mission effectiveness.
Secret security clearance.

Nice To Haves

Subject matter expertise in Link-16 and associated protocols (JREAP A/B/C, Satellite Link 16).

Responsibilities

Install, configure, modify, and troubleshoot LAN, WAN, and virtual network infrastructures across OSI Layers 1 (Physical), 2 (Data Link), 3 (Network), and 4 (Transport).
Analyze and evaluate network infrastructure performance during test and engineering events; develop and implement solutions to improve reliability, throughput, and overall network efficiency.
Assess the effectiveness of test and operational network environments, including integration with air C2 systems, and implement strategies to enhance communications capabilities and infrastructure performance.
Research, evaluate, and integrate emerging network technologies relevant to USMC tactical environments, ensuring alignment with evolving mission requirements and operational standards.
Collect, analyze, and report network performance data to support after-action reviews, test event analysis, and engineering recommendations.
Provide subject matter expertise in the integration of C2 systems within LAN and WAN architectures, ensuring seamless interoperability across networked systems.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying gaps, risks, and opportunities within network architectures and implementing scalable, resilient solutions.