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# DATA LINK ENGINEER

- **Company:** Kforce Inc.
- **Location:** St. Mary's County, MD, United States
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Data Link, Systems Development Life Cycle, Systems Integration
- **Published:** November 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9293935/data-link-engineer

## About the Role

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Experience with datalink, communications, RF, avionics, or related defense systems.
Knowledge of systems integration and engineering principles.
Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills.
Experience working with military or DoD systems is preferred.
Active Secret through Top Secret clearance required.
Ability to work onsite at Patuxent River, Maryland.

## Description

We are seeking an Electrical Engineer with experience supporting datalink, communications, or tactical systems in a defense environment. This position will work onsite at Pax River supporting the integration, testing, and continued development of mission-critical systems.

Responsibilities
Support engineering activities involving datalink and communications systems.
Assist with system integration, testing, troubleshooting, and technical analysis.
Evaluate electrical and system-level performance and identify potential integration issues.
Work with multidisciplinary engineering teams to support system development and fielding.
Develop and review technical documentation, test procedures, and engineering requirements.
Troubleshoot hardware, interfaces, and communications-related issues.
Support technical meetings, design reviews, and testing activities.