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SAIC

Lead Fielding Radio Communications, Data Links Subject Matter Expert

SAIC

. Lead a three-person team executing AOC-WS communications fielding, infrastructure development, and modernization projects .

Posted 11/6/2026full-timeRemote • Virginia • United StatesSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in designing and implementing military communications systems, including tactical data links and RF engineering. Proficient in leading multidisciplinary teams and managing complex fielding projects while ensuring compliance with DoD standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Tactical Data Link ExpertiseMilitary Communications Systems DesignRF Engineering KnowledgeMicrosoft Visio ProficiencyDoD Secret Clearance

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Hard Skills
Communications Infrastructure DesignPower Distribution EngineeringNetwork Transport PrinciplesTechnical Installation Package DevelopmentAntenna System InstallationLink 16 ConfigurationTCP/IP NetworkingCircuit Protection DesignUPS System ImplementationFielding Logistics Coordination
Soft Skills
LeadershipProblem-SolvingCollaborationCommunicationTechnical Solution Development
Tools & Technologies
L3Harris AN/PRC-160L3Harris AN/PRC-163L3Harris AN/PRC-167L3Harris AN/PRC-117GMicrosoft Visio
Certifications & Qualifications
CompTIA Security+DoD Directive 8140 IAT Level III
Industry Keywords
DoD ProcurementTAA ComplianceMilitary Radio CommunicationsFielding ProjectsElectrical Engineering

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies
AssemblySwitchingTCP/IPTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Lead a three-person team executing AOC-WS communications fielding, infrastructure development, and modernization projects
  • Direct fielding from site surveys and requirements identification through design, material planning, physical installation, and operational turnover
  • Serve as primary technical SME for communications architecture, equipment selection, installation methods, and complex fielding challenges
  • Establish technical priorities, coordinate installation activities, and ensure projects meet operational requirements
  • Provide recommendations to program leadership, government stakeholders, and supporting organizations
  • Design communications infrastructure including AC/DC power distribution, load calculations, circuit protection, grounding, bonding, surge suppression, and safety requirements
  • Design and implement UPS, PDU, redundant power, and supporting infrastructure solutions
  • Develop technical drawings, power distribution diagrams, system block diagrams, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and cable routing plans using Microsoft Visio and applicable design software
  • Produce installation-ready design packages with drawings, equipment specifications, cable schedules, and material requirements
  • Coordinate installation requirements with facilities personnel, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders
  • Serve as SME for Link 16, JRE/JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, and AOC-WS tactical data link infrastructure
  • Design and field tactical data link equipment, network hardware, racks, communications pathways, cabling, and power infrastructure
  • Apply tactical data link architecture, J-series messaging, network transport, and equipment interface knowledge
  • Configure equipment, verify connectivity, and troubleshoot technical issues
  • Support deployment and sustainment of HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and Link 16 communications systems
  • Provide expertise in L3Harris AN/PRC-160, AN/PRC-163, AN/PRC-167, AN/PRC-117G, and associated equipment
  • Develop RF solutions using antenna characteristics, polarization, impedance matching, VSWR, signal propagation, link analysis, and EMC principles
  • Plan and oversee rooftop and fixed-site antenna installations, including mounting, transmission lines, cable routing, grounding, and lightning protection
  • Conduct RF site surveys, installation validation, troubleshooting, and communications performance verification
  • Lead planning, deployment, and physical installation of server rooms, equipment racks, and communications infrastructure
  • Develop infrastructure designs with servers, network equipment, tactical radios, RF distribution, UPS equipment, structured cabling, and power distribution
  • Maintain rack layouts, equipment placement plans, copper and fiber-optic cabling, patch panels, cable pathways, and interconnections
  • Apply TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, routing, switching, and network transport principles
  • Direct hands-on installation including rack assembly, cable fabrication and termination, power connections, hardware installation, and configuration
  • Support DoD procurement through requirements definition, equipment evaluation and selection, and coordination with procurement leadership
  • Develop LOMs, BOMs, technical specifications, and supporting documentation
  • Research manufacturer specifications, compatibility, TAA compliance, and approved procurement sources
  • Coordinate material availability, equipment lead times, and delivery for fielding schedules

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline with 8 or more years of relevant experience, or Master’s degree in a related discipline with 5 or more years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations of education, industry certifications, and experience considered
  • Active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible)
  • Extensive hands-on experience designing, developing, and fielding military communications systems and infrastructure
  • Experience leading technical implementation teams and multidisciplinary fielding projects
  • Subject matter expertise in tactical data links, military radio communications, RF engineering, antenna systems, and communications infrastructure
  • Advanced knowledge of Link 16, JRE/JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, or comparable tactical data link technologies
  • Proficiency with military HF/VHF/UHF radio systems, particularly L3Harris platforms
  • Knowledge of electrical engineering, power distribution, circuit loading, UPS systems, grounding, and bonding
  • 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
  • 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
  • Meet DoD Directive 8140 IAT Level III requirements, such as CompTIA Security+, within 30 days of hire

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Remote position
  • Equal Opportunity Employer