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What is the difference between Assistant Tactical Data Link vs Tactical Data Link Specialist?

AspectAssistant Tactical Data LinkTactical Data Link Specialist
CredentialsTypically requires security clearance, military or defense-related certificationsSimilar certifications, often with additional specialized training in data link systems
Work EnvironmentMilitary or defense contractor settings, operational unitsDefense agencies, military units, or defense contractors
Job FocusAssisting in data link operations, supporting tactical communicationsDesigning, managing, and optimizing tactical data link systems

The Assistant Tactical Data Link and Tactical Data Link Specialist roles share similar credentials and work environments, often within military or defense sectors. The Assistant role focuses on supporting and assisting with tactical data link operations, while the Specialist handles system design and management. Both positions require security clearances and specialized training, but the Specialist typically has a deeper technical expertise and responsibility for system optimization.

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Tactical Data Link (TDL) Technician

Tactical Data Link (TDL) Technician

Science Applications International Corporation

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

$22.25 - $30.50/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago

SAIC rating

7.9

Company rating: 7.9 out of 10

Based on 79 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 210 rated it services

Job description


SAIC has an immediate opening for a Tactical Data Link (TDL) technician in Virginia Beach, VA
Principal responsibilities include:
• Act as a TDL Link-11 and 16 operator and technician during test events. Analyze Link messages through MLST-3 server interacting with MIDS, STT and/or DTSK-11.
• Support test efforts with AEGIS Modernization Team and Systems Operations Verification Testing at various shipyards.
• Work with assigned government TDL lead to understand Link test objectives and obtain necessary keymat and OPTASK parameters
• Pre-check and groom of Link equipment prior to testing
• Perform Link-11 and Link-16 operations during test events
• Troubleshoot with shipboard personnel and other land-based test sites if problems arise during operations; and provide reports to government TDL lead with findings and notes.
Candidate must be have high level of competency with MLST-3 servers to investigate any complications that may arise during testing. Candidate must have a high level of competency upgrading, installing, and configuring application software and computer hardware. Working knowledge of Link-11 and Link-16 message strings.
The ability to evaluate data needed for testing is essential for this role. This position will also be responsible for Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) cryptographic load testing with the commercial Lear jets.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:
• Security clearance required: SECRET (minimum)
• A BS and 0 years of experience or a HS and minimum of 6 years working with TDL systems Experience with operating Link-11 and 16 TDL equipment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a complex Test and Evaluation (T&E) environment within the Department of Defense (NAVSEA, NAVAIR, FMS, etc.)
• Computer literacy (MS Office), technical writing proficiency, and excellent oral presentation skills
• Ability to traverse from aircraft and ships at-sea, up and down shipboard ladders/decks
• Demonstrated experience briefing large contingents of active duty and civilian personnel
• Travel: 25 - 50% minimum
• Must be able to mutli-person lift heavy objects in excess of 50 pounds.
Desired Qualifications:
• Electronics Technician capable of maintaining and repairing complex computer and cryptographic systems
• Experience with loading keymat to TDL equipment
• Experience with developing and working from an OPTASK for Link operations
About Us
SAIC® is a premier 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, intelligence, and civilian markets includes 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 23,000 strong; driven by mission, united by purpose, and inspired by opportunities. SAIC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $7.3 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For ongoing news, please visit our newsroom.

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