Lead Fielding Radio Communications & Data Links Subject Matter Expert (SME)

SAIC•Flexwork, VA

3d•Remote

About The Position

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is seeking a Lead Fielding Radio Communications & Data Links Subject Matter Expert to support the Air Operations Center Weapon System (AOC WS) Falconer Program. The role leads a three-person fielding team responsible for configuring, integrating, deploying, and fielding mission-critical communications systems across multiple CONUS and OCONUS locations. The successful candidate serves as the team's senior technical authority in tactical data links, military radio communications, RF systems, antenna systems, and communications infrastructure, translating operational requirements into mission-ready solutions for Department of Defense environments. The role oversees the full fielding lifecycle, including site surveys and assessments, requirements analysis, technical documentation, material planning, equipment integration, system testing and validation, and operational verification. The position combines hands-on technical work with team leadership to ensure systems are deployed correctly, operational, and aligned with mission requirements. It is remote, but candidates must reside near Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, to support mission and deployment requirements as needed.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline and at least 8 years of relevant experience, or a master’s degree in a related discipline and at least 5 years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations of education, industry certifications, and experience will also be considered.
Active DoD Secret clearance; TS/SCI eligibility required.
Extensive hands-on experience designing, developing, and fielding military communications systems and infrastructure.
Demonstrated experience leading technical implementation teams and executing multidisciplinary fielding projects.
Expertise in tactical data links, military radio communications, RF engineering, antenna systems, and communications infrastructure.
Advanced technical knowledge of Link 16, JRE/JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, or comparable tactical data link technologies.
Strong proficiency with military HF/VHF/UHF radio systems, particularly L3Harris communications platforms.
Advanced knowledge of electrical engineering principles, power distribution, circuit loading, UPS systems, grounding, and bonding.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Visio and detailed architectural drawings, electrical schematics, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, and installation documentation.
Experience designing and physically installing communications server rooms, antenna systems, structured cabling, and network infrastructure.
Strong knowledge of IP networking, TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, routing, and switching.
Experience developing technical installation packages, LOMs, BOMs, and technical equipment specifications.
Familiarity with DoD procurement processes, TAA compliance research, and equipment fielding logistics.
Ability to independently develop technical solutions and lead complex communications fielding projects from initial design through physical installation.
Meet DoD Directive 8140 IAT Level III requirements, such as CompTIA Security+, within 30 days of hire.
Must reside in the vicinity of Langley Air Force Base, Virginia, to support mission and deployment requirements as needed.

Nice To Haves

Direct design, integration, and fielding experience supporting AOC-WS or similar efforts.
Experience designing and constructing communications infrastructure within operational DoD facilities.
Experience with RF test equipment, electrical troubleshooting, and antenna installation.
Experience supporting military communications modernization and technology refresh initiatives.
CompTIA Network+ or equivalent technical certifications.

Responsibilities

Lead and provide technical direction to a three-person team conducting AOC-WS communications fielding, infrastructure development, and modernization projects.
Direct fielding from site surveys and requirements identification through design, material planning, physical installation, testing, and operational turnover.
Serve as the primary technical subject matter expert for communications architecture, equipment selection, installation methods, and fielding challenges.
Set technical priorities, coordinate installations, and ensure projects meet operational requirements; advise program leadership, government stakeholders, and supporting organizations.
Design communications infrastructure and power solutions, including AC/DC distribution, load calculations, circuit protection, grounding, bonding, surge suppression, UPS, and PDUs.
Develop detailed technical designs and installation-ready packages, including power and system diagrams, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, cable routes, specifications, and material requirements.
Coordinate installation requirements with facilities personnel, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders.
Serve as a subject matter expert for Link 16, JRE, JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, and related AOC-WS tactical data link infrastructure.
Design and field tactical data link equipment and supporting network hardware, racks, pathways, cabling, and power infrastructure; configure equipment, verify connectivity, and troubleshoot technical issues.
Support fixed-site and tactical HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and Link 16 communications systems, including L3Harris military radio platforms.
Develop RF communications solutions and oversee antenna installations, including placement, mounting, transmission lines, routing, grounding, lightning protection, and RF component selection.
Conduct RF site surveys, installation validation, troubleshooting, and performance verification using appropriate test and measurement equipment.
Plan, coordinate, deploy, and physically install communications server rooms, equipment racks, and mission-critical infrastructure.
Design and maintain infrastructure layouts for servers, network equipment, radios, RF distribution, UPS equipment, structured cabling, patch panels, pathways, and interconnections.
Apply TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, routing, switching, and network transport principles to communications infrastructure design.
Direct hands-on fielding, including rack assembly, equipment mounting, cable fabrication and termination, power connections, hardware installation, and configuration.
Assess electrical capacity, cooling, grounding, equipment access, cable management, and future expansion needs.
Provide technical input to DoD equipment requirements and evaluations, coordinating with the designated procurement lead.
Develop Lists of Materials (LOMs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, and procurement support documentation.
Research manufacturer specifications, compatibility, Trade Agreements Act compliance, and approved procurement sources.
Coordinate material availability, lead times, procurement requirements, and delivery to support fielding schedules and installation readiness.