Tactical Data Link (TDL) Analyst
About The Position
The Tactical Data Link (TDL) Analyst is responsible for analyzing Link 16 and VMF data to ensure compliance with MIL-STDs, developing test plans and reports, and conducting performance assessments of tactical data link systems. The individual works with large data sets, conducts root cause analysis, and provides technical recommendations during test planning and execution. This role requires expertise in TDL standards and data analysis tools. The work environment for this position is primarily a professional office or remote setting with standard business conditions. The role involves regular use of computers and related technology in a low-noise environment and frequent collaboration with technical and non-technical team members. Work is generally performed during normal business hours with minimal physical risk, and the environment supports adherence to established cybersecurity, safety, and organizational policies.
Requirements
- Four years' experience using tools to analyze Link 16 and VMF data collected during a test event to ensure messages conform to the MIL-STDs.
- Working knowledge and understanding of one or more of the following: MIL-STD-6016 (Link 16), MIL-STD-3011 (JREAP), MIL-STD-6017 (VMF), and MIL-STD-6020 (Data Forwarding).
- Demonstrated understanding and application of the Data Extraction and Reduction Guide (DERG).
- Expertise working with large data sets collected during test events and analyzing the data to ensure systems under test meet performance and system requirements.
- Top Secret security clearance.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
- Experience with M&S tools such as BOSS or MLST3 developing Link 16 scenarios and mission-based thread development.
- Experience with data analysis tools such as MANDRIL, NSITE, DEASIL, or Wireshark.
- Working knowledge and understanding of MIL-STD-6040 (USMTF), MIL-STD-6018 (CMF) and MIL-STD-6090 (CoT).
Responsibilities
- Analyzing Link 16 and VMF data to ensure compliance with MIL-STDs.
- Developing test plans and reports.
- Conducting performance assessments of tactical data link systems.
- Working with large data sets.
- Conducting root cause analysis.
- Providing technical recommendations during test planning and execution.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
