Senior Datalink Engineer

Modern Technology Solutions • Huntsville, AL

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About The Position

MTSI is seeking a Senior level Datalink Engineer who can join our Army Aviation integration team at the customer site Redstone Arsenal (RSA). MTSI is known as a Great Place to Work due to its interesting work supporting critical programs for national defense and security, a strong employee-first value system, and 100% employee ownership. The company offers great benefits including starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year, flexible schedules, a 6% 401k match with immediate vesting, semi-annual bonus eligibility, and up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement. Founded in 1993, MTSI has a track record of success and provides high-demand technical expertise in various fields including Digital Transformation, Cybersecurity, and Mission Assurance.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in an applicable field.
• Minimum of 10 years of applicable experience.
• Experience with military tactical data links relative to C4ISR operations.
• Good understanding of basic computer networking.
• Strong work ethic and comfortable working in a team environment with minimal supervision.

Nice To Haves

• Technical experience with MANET and Point-to-Point datalinks.
• Technical experience in areas related to tactical data link radios.
• Experience with Army Aviation Command and Control processes.
• Experience with tactical data links mission threads.
• Knowledge of data analysis methods and tools.
• Ability to evaluate tactical communications emerging technologies.

Responsibilities

• Interface directly with customers and other DOD components as well as product development contractors.
• Conduct technical review of customer requirements.
• Evaluate all aspects of performance, including range, data throughput, data optimization, aerial relay effectiveness, MIL-STD conformance, and messaging conformance.
• Deliver a comprehensive evaluation of datalink performance and recommendations for successful integration of future datalink networks.
• Develop in-depth understanding and working knowledge of current and emerging tactical data link systems, implementation, and operation.
• Develop understanding of applicable Military Standards such as MIL-STDs 3011, 6016, 6020 and emerging tactical message formats and protocols.
• Author technical documents and briefings and conduct formal presentations.
• Travel to other locations as required to attend meetings and conduct test events.

Benefits

• Starting PTO accrual of 20 days PTO/year + 10 holidays/year.
• Flexible schedules.
• 6% 401k match with immediate vesting.
• Semi-annual bonus eligibility (July and December).
• Company funded Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Up to $10,000 in annual tuition reimbursement.
• Life and disability insurance.
• Optional zero deductible Blue Cross/Blue Shield health insurance plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree