Tactical Data Link Engineer

Torch Technologies is seeking a Tactical Data Link Engineer to join their team at Eglin AFB, FL. Responsibilities: • Operate and monitor real tactical hardware (data link radios, GPS/INS units, RF front-ends) within HITL simulation environments. • Integrate hardware with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) architectures, enabling real equipment to interact with virtual platforms. • Configure, initialize, and monitor LVC-integrated TDL networks during simulation test events. • Troubleshoot hardware/software interfaces, timing, synchronization. • Operate and analyze Link-16 and similar or related tactical data link systems. • Research, develop and modernize existing TDL HITL emulators to ensure continued relevance and interoperability with emerging, modernized TDL-enabled weapon systems and UAS platforms • Build, decode, and evaluate TDL messages and network architectures. • Support gateway operations, network initialization, and real-time monitoring during events. • Present technical findings and recommend improvements to system designs. • Assess proposals, requirements, and system documentation for technical feasibility and proper allocation of navigation/TSPI requirements. • Support NAVWAR-related testing, jamming threat assessments, and degraded-environment navigation evaluations. Required Qualifications: • U.S. Citizenship. • Master's or Doctorate Degree in a related field and 8 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 years of which must be in the DoW OR bachelor's degree in a related field and 12 years of experience in the respective technical/professional discipline being performed, 5 of which must be in the DoW OR 15 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the PWS labor category performance requirements, 8 of which must be in the DoW. • Working knowledge of Link-16 and other tactical data link systems. • Proficiency with Wireshark and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP, HTTP). • Strong understanding of RF transceiver design, propagation modeling, and link budgets. • Experience with oscilloscopes, spectrum/network analyzers, logic analyzers, and signal generators. • Familiarity with COMSEC handling and Simple Key Loaders (SKL). • Experience with MATLAB, or similar modeling/simulation tools. • Must obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance. Desired Additional Experience • Familiarity with GNSS/INS systems, Alt-Nav, Kalman filtering, and navigation algorithms. • Knowledge of anti-jam techniques, NAVWAR considerations, and jamming threat environments. • Familiarity with C++ coding for algorithm development, simulation integration, or hardware-interface support Schedule: (M-F; 8-5) Work Location: Onsite at Eglin AFB, FL Travel: 0-10% Relocation Assistance Available: No Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract: No #LI-AH1 Benefits: Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays.