Tactical Data Link Test Engineer​/Analyst

Tactical Data Link Test Engineer/Analyst – Sierra Vista, AZ

The Tactical Data Link Test Engineer/Analyst will conduct Joint Interoperability Testing on Department of Defense platforms involving Tactical Data Links (TDL) LINK-11, LINK-16, and Joint Range Extension Protocol (JREAP) in accordance with the Defense Information System Agency (DISA) and JITC testing standards. Execute thorough post-test analysis in accordance with Military Standards (MIL-STDs) 3011B, 6011E, 6016E, and 6020B. This position is 100% on-site in a government facility.

• As a Test Lead, develop detailed mission outlines, traceability matrices, test procedures, certification letters and test reports based on Net-Ready Key Performance Parameters (-KPP), Assessment, and Conformance testing requirements. Thoroughly review the Information Support Plan (ISP), Concept of Operations (CONOPS), Tactics, Techniques, and Plans (TTP), Implementation, and Request For Exemption (RFE) on each System Under Test (SUT) scheduled to partake in a Joint Interoperability Test.
• Manage DISA Configuration Control Board (CCB) Interface Change Proposals (ICP) affecting MIL-STDs 3011, 6011, 6016 and 6020. Review newly released ICPs in determining the impact on developed JITC TDL Master Test Procedures (MTP). Discuss findings with superiors and provide suggestions for adjusting the applicable MTP.
• Assigned temporary contract to perform as the Lead Test Engineer on the JITC Web-Based ATC-Gen LINK-16 conformance test tool in accordance with MIL-STD 6016. Create test procedures based on developed test cases, perform thorough verification/validation testing and collaborate with developers to improve functionality and capability through Agile Testing.
• Data Link Systems and Test Tools utilized:
  Air Defense System Integrator (ADSI) V.15, Joint Range Extension Server (JRE), Battlefield Operations Support System (BOSS), Joint Interoperability Modular System (JIMES), Network System Integration and Test Environment (NSITE), Data Link Message Conversion/Reduction (DLMC/R), Tactical Data Link Integration Exerciser (TIGER) and Automatic Test Case-Generator (ATC-Gen).

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering, information technology, or related field.
• Minimum of 10+ years of related experience.
• Experience with tools to analyze Link 16 and VMF data, or experience with M&S tools such as BOSS or MLST
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• Experience with data analysis tools such as MANDRIL, NSITE, DEASIL, or Wireshark.
• TS/SCI clearance required.
• Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member.
• Ability to handle large, complex workloads, effectively coordinate multiple resources and multi-task in a fast‑paced environment.
• Knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluation methods and techniques.
• Ability to handle controversial situations with tact and diplomacy.

We offer a broad range of benefits including medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, wellness programs, income protection, paid leave and retirement. Positions covered by the McNamara‑O'Hara Service Contract Act, Davis‑Bacon Act, or a Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) will comply with the statute or CBA requirements.

Chenega Corporation is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. Please contact our EEO/AA officer at (907) 277‑5706. If you need an accommodation, email  Every effort will be made to respond within 24 business hours.

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