Data Link Test Engineer

HUNTSVILLE, AL, US • Posted 13 hours ago • Updated 1 hour ago

Full Time

On-site

SAIC

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Skills

Network Design
System Testing
Technical Support
Information Systems
Test Execution
QA Management
System Requirements
Acceptance Testing
Science
Computer Science
Security Clearance
Test Cases
Software Testing
Packet Analysis
Wireshark
Research
Computer Hardware
Communication
Testing
Radio
Tactical Data Links
Microsoft Project
Information Technology
Systems Engineering
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Summary

Job ID: 2600278

Location: HUNTSVILLE, AL, US

Date Posted: 2026-01-12

Category: Software

Subcategory: SW Engineer

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: Day Job

Travel: Yes, 10 % of the Time

Minimum Clearance Required: Interim Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Potential for Remote Work: No

Description

SAIC is seeking a Data Link Test Engineer to support the U.S. Army's Network Design Facility (ANDF) in Huntsville, AL. The selected candidate will work in a laboratory environment conducting system testing on both existing data link hardware and new hardware under consideration for fielding. These systems support Army tactical Command and Control (C2) operations in joint and multinational environments.

Primary Responsibilities

Develop, revise, and execute test cases to ensure information systems meet organizational standards and end-user requirements.
Execute, document, and verify test results.
Document and submit test execution findings and issues to Senior Testers or the Test Lead.
Validate existing system requirements supporting host platforms through interoperability testing.
Test and validate emerging system capabilities for follow-on data link radios.
Support the development and validation of test cases used for interoperability testing.
Develop test procedures and metrics for higher-level acceptance testing.

Qualifications

Required Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline with two (2) years of relevant experience; Six (6) years' of additional experience can be considered in lieu of degree (per contract vehicle).

Required Clearance

Must possess an active Interim Secret security clearance with the ability to obtain a Secret security clearance for consideration. Active Secret clearance is preferred; ship required.

Required Skills

Experience developing and executing test cases in a formal software testing environment.
Knowledge of Link 16 systems and associated equipment.
Working knowledge of data capture and packet analysis tools (e.g., Wireshark) for testing and troubleshooting.
Ability to research and perform testing related to radio functionality.
Experience integrating and troubleshooting hardware and software in a simulation environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present test findings to engineering teams.
Experience testing new radio software releases to validate fixes and identify deviations.
Self-starter comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

Desired Skills

Knowledge of Army and NATO tactical data links.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Project.

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Dice Id: 10111346
Position Id: 2600278
Posted 13 hours ago

Company Info

About SAIC

SAIC® is a premier Fortune 500 mission integrator focused on advancing the power of technology and innovation to serve and protect our world. Our robust portfolio of offerings across the defense, space, civilian and intelligence markets include secure high-end solutions in mission IT, enterprise IT, engineering services and professional services. We integrate emerging technology, rapidly and securely, into mission critical operations that modernize and enable critical national imperatives.

We are approximately 24,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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