Tactical Data Link Analyst

Lumbee Holdings • Camp Pendleton, CA

1d • $80,000 - $100,000

About The Position

The Tactical Data Link (TDL) Analyst is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, analysis, and reporting of test and evaluation events for Air Command and Control (C2) systems and associated Tactical Data Link architectures. This role provides technical expertise in assessing Information Exchange Requirements (IERs), TDL interfaces, and system performance against applicable military standards and operational requirements. The TDL Analyst plays a critical role in data collection, synchronization, and analysis, ensuring accurate validation of system interoperability and compliance. The ideal candidate possesses strong analytical skills, deep knowledge of TDL standards and protocols, and the ability to translate complex data into actionable insights that support system verification, evaluation, and mission effectiveness.

Nice To Haves

• Maintain required certifications and technical proficiency, including CompTIA Security+, Joint Multi-TDL Network (MTN) Operations (JT101), Wireshark analysis, and relevant simulation/training tools (BOSS, NGTS).

Responsibilities

• Perform technical assessments of Air C2 systems, including Information Exchange Requirements (IERs), TDL interfaces, and system requirements for verification and evaluation.
• Provide recommendations on test tools, data logging, and post-test analysis solutions, including development of matrices aligned to IERs, TDLs, and system interfaces.
• Support test planning and coordination meetings by providing technical input to Test Directors, Instrumentation and Data Management (IDM) leads, and Technical Support Officers (TSO).
• Configure, connect, and prepare data collection devices; ensure proper time synchronization and report discrepancies to test leadership.
• Organize and manage data files, logs, and artifacts in accordance with command policies and test director guidance.
• Monitor test execution and identify deviations from TDL standards; support tracking and resolution of issues, including Problem Change Requests (PCRs) and MIL-STD compliance.
• Analyze collected data to verify system compliance with applicable standards, including MIL-STD-6016, 6020, 6017, 3011, 6040, and NATO NILE specifications, as well as CJCSM 6120.01 procedures.
• Maintain required certifications and technical proficiency, including CompTIA Security+, Joint Multi-TDL Network (MTN) Operations (JT101), Wireshark analysis, and relevant simulation/training tools (BOSS, NGTS). (Desired)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed