Lead Fielding Radio Communications, Data Links Subject Matter Expert

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Virginia.

📋 Description

• Lead a team of three in the execution of AOC-WS communications fielding, infrastructure development, and modernization initiatives.

• Oversee fielding processes from site surveys and requirements gathering through design, material planning, physical installation, and operational handover.

• Act as the primary technical Subject Matter Expert (SME) for communications architecture, equipment selection, installation methods, and complex fielding issues.

• Set technical priorities, coordinate installation efforts, and ensure that projects fulfill operational needs.

• Provide guidance and recommendations to program leadership, government stakeholders, and supporting organizations.

• Design communications infrastructure that includes AC/DC power distribution, load calculations, circuit protection, grounding, bonding, surge suppression, and safety standards.

• Develop and implement solutions for UPS, PDU, redundant power, and supporting infrastructure.

• Create technical drawings, power distribution diagrams, system block diagrams, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, equipment layouts, and cable routing plans using Microsoft Visio and relevant design software.

• Produce installation-ready design packages containing drawings, equipment specifications, cable schedules, and material requirements.

• Collaborate with facilities personnel, vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to coordinate installation requirements.

• Serve as an SME for Link 16, JRE/JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, and AOC-WS tactical data link infrastructure.

• Design and implement tactical data link equipment, network hardware, racks, communications pathways, cabling, and power infrastructure.

• Utilize knowledge of tactical data link architecture, J-series messaging, network transport, and equipment interfaces.

• Configure equipment, ensure connectivity, and troubleshoot technical challenges.

• Support the deployment and maintenance of HF, VHF, UHF, SATCOM, and Link 16 communications systems.

• Provide expertise in L3Harris AN/PRC-160, AN/PRC-163, AN/PRC-167, AN/PRC-117G, and related equipment.

• Develop RF solutions based on antenna characteristics, polarization, impedance matching, VSWR, signal propagation, link analysis, and EMC principles.

• Plan and oversee the installation of rooftop and fixed-site antennas, including mounting, transmission lines, cable routing, grounding, and lightning protection.

• Conduct RF site surveys, installation validations, troubleshooting, and communications performance assessments.

• Lead the planning, deployment, and physical installation of server rooms, equipment racks, and communications infrastructure.

• Create infrastructure designs which include servers, network equipment, tactical radios, RF distribution, UPS equipment, structured cabling, and power distribution.

• Maintain rack layouts, equipment placement plans, copper and fiber-optic cabling, patch panels, cable pathways, and interconnections.

• Apply principles of TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, routing, switching, and network transport.

• Direct hands-on installation tasks including rack assembly, cable fabrication and termination, power connections, hardware installation, and configuration.

• Assist with DoD procurement through requirements definition, equipment evaluation and selection, and coordination with procurement leadership.

• Develop Lists of Materials (LOMs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), technical specifications, and supporting documentation.

• Research manufacturer specifications, compatibility, TAA compliance, and approved procurement sources.

• Coordinate material availability, equipment lead times, and delivery schedules for fielding.

⛳️ Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field with 8 or more years of relevant experience, or a Master’s degree in a related field with 5 or more years of relevant experience; equivalent combinations of education, industry certifications, and experience will be considered.

• Active DoD Secret clearance (TS/SCI eligible).

• Extensive hands-on experience in designing, developing, and fielding military communications systems and infrastructure.

• Proven experience in leading technical implementation teams and multidisciplinary fielding projects.

• Subject matter expertise in tactical data links, military radio communications, RF engineering, antenna systems, and communications infrastructure.

• Advanced knowledge of Link 16, JRE/JREAP, LMMT, SPIDR, or similar tactical data link technologies.

• Proficiency with military HF/VHF/UHF radio systems, especially L3Harris platforms.

• Understanding of electrical engineering, power distribution, circuit loading, UPS systems, grounding, and bonding.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Visio and in producing detailed architectural drawings, electrical schematics, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, and installation documentation.

• Experience in designing and physically installing communications server rooms, antenna systems, structured cabling, and network infrastructure.

• Familiarity with IP networking, TCP/IP, UDP, multicast, routing, and switching.

• Experience in developing technical installation packages, LOMs, BOMs, and technical equipment specifications.

• Knowledge of DoD procurement processes, TAA compliance research, and equipment fielding logistics.

• Ability to independently develop technical solutions and lead complex communications fielding projects.

• Must meet DoD Directive 8140 IAT Level III requirements, such as CompTIA Security+, within 30 days of hire.

🏝️ Benefits

• Remote position.

• Equal Opportunity Employer.