Data Link Analyst

Brief Description

Identify interoperability requirements and testing methodologies to ensure all M&S tools maintain interoperability standards and the ability to coordinate and direct large scale testing and data analysis efforts during both real time events and post event data analysis events.

Conduct advanced tactical data link engineering, analysis and simulation systems operations. Support all aspects of testing Naval tactical systems and tactical data link (TDL) capabilities of C4ISR and weapon systems, to include AEGIS, FMS and LCS interfaces, Link 16, Link 11, multilink data forwarding, and JREAP-A & C.

Planning for test events; Developing mission oriented and standards conformance test procedures based on the format and transactional requirements in applicable military standards.

Operating simulators, link monitoring systems, and other test tools.

Directing and/or supporting test conduct; Performing real-time and post-test analysis; develop and maintain scenarios and scripts for Simulation Systems and documenting test results.

Requirements

• High School diploma with 4 years relevant work experience or an Associate’s Degree with 1 years relevant work experience; or 4 years relevant work experience.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office applications (Word/Excel).
• Knowledge of tactical data link operations.
• Four (4) years of operational experience in a real-world setting.
• Support a Lab environment.
• Provide support to user community by responding to requests for technical assistance.
• Active Secret security clearance.

Desired Skills

• Knowledge of the NAVY combat system.
• Knowledge of TDL message formats and protocols defined in MILSTD.