Electronics Engineer-Advanced Communication/Data Link Engineer

The Air Force Civilian Service

$80K — $120K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • U.S. Citizenship is required.
  • Top Secret/SCI security clearance eligibility necessary.
  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a relevant technical field required; BS or MS in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering preferred.
  • Experience with communication, navigation, and identification (CNI) datalink subsystems required.
  • Proven experience with Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communication systems.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as the principal Communication and Datalink Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the F-35 Mission Systems IPT.
  • Provide technical oversight and strategic planning for BLOS systems.
  • Conduct engineering evaluations to ensure mission readiness requirements are met.
  • Analyze design studies and system performance for communication systems.
  • Develop and refine performance requirements for CNI datalink subsystems.
  • Communicate program status and planning effectively to diverse stakeholders.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and training.
  • Occasional travel may be required for project assessments.
  • Work within a critical defense program that enhances national security.
Full Job Description
The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Full-Time Electronics Engineer-Advanced Communication/Data Link Engineer (NH-0855-04) to work for the Joint Strike Fighter Program Executive Office (JSF/JPEO) in either Arlington, VA, or at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, OH.

This position can close at any time. Apply Now!

Qualifications/Requirements:

In this position, you will serve as the principal Communication and Datalink Subject Matter Expert (SME) for the F-35 Mission Systems Integrated Product Team (IPT), providing comprehensive technical oversight, strategic planning, and engineering evaluations for all Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) systems.

U.S. Citizenship is required.

Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret/SCI security clearance and be eligible for Special Access Programs.

This position requires occasional travel.

Education: A Bachelor's degree in Business, Management, or a relevant technical discipline is required. A BS or MS in Electrical/Electronic or Computer Engineering is desired.

Key Skills Experience:

Analyze design studies and system performance for Beyond Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communication systems to meet mission needs.

Develop and refine performance requirements for Communication, Navigation, and Identification (CNI) datalink subsystems.

Communicate program status and planning to diverse stakeholders, including leadership, program offices, and U.S. Services.

Experience with CNI, BLOS, Comms/Datalink, and aircraft navigation technologies is required.

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U.S. citizenship required.

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