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# Datalink Engineer

- **Company:** Zachary Piper
- **Location:** Patuxent River, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $61,900 - $141,000
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Data Link, Computer Networks, Hardware Design, Interoperability, Link 16, Network Architecture, Satcom, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, C4ISR, SC Clearance
- **Published:** November 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9311287/datalink-engineer

## About the Role

* Active Secret Clearance
 * Experience with datalink systems
 * Knowledge of systems integration principles and engineering challenges
 * Ability to collaborate with engineering teams to improve system design and operational performance
 * Experience supporting communications systems, platform upgrades, or modernization initiatives
 * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science, or a related technical discipline

## Description

* Support the design, integration, and modernization of datalink systems across mission-critical defense platforms.
 * Work with engineering teams and OEMs to develop, evaluate, and implement datalink upgrades and enhancements.
 * Analyze datalink system designs and integration challenges to improve performance and operational effectiveness.
 * Support the development and refinement of communication architectures, designs, and system algorithms.
 * Assist with compatibility assessments, testing efforts, and system integration activities.
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