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Agile Defense

Tactical Data link (TDL) Test & Evaluation Analyst - Intermediate Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start Required Certification(s): Requires at least 1 ...

Agile Defense

Tactical Data link (TDL) Test & Evaluation Analyst - Senior Location: Fort Huachuca, AZ Clearance Level: Secret, Must Have Clearance to Start Required Certification(s): Requires at least 1 ...

CACI

Joint Interface Control Officer

Doral, FL · On-site

$82K - $172K/yr

Intelligence Time Type: Full time Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI Employee Type ... Develop and maintain Tactical Data Link requirements, Information Exchange Requirements (IERs ...

Linchpin Solutions Inc

JICO Instructor

Fayetteville, NC · On-site

$90K - $100K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Linchpin Solutions is seeking a dynamic and experienced Joint ... This position provides advanced Tactical Data Link instruction, curriculum development, exercise ...

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As of Sep 15, 2026, the average yearly pay for full time tactical data link in the United States is $70,839.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $53,000.00 and $81,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Full Time Tactical Data Link vs Tactical Systems Analyst?

AspectFull Time Tactical Data LinkTactical Systems Analyst
CredentialsSecurity clearance, military or defense certificationsSecurity clearance, systems analysis certifications
Work EnvironmentMilitary, defense contractors, command centersDefense agencies, military operations, technical offices
Industry UsagePrimarily defense and military sectorsDefense, military, and government agencies
Job FocusImplementing and managing tactical data link systemsAnalyzing and optimizing tactical systems and networks

Full Time Tactical Data Link specialists focus on operating and maintaining tactical data link systems used in military communications, while Tactical Systems Analysts analyze and improve tactical communication systems. Both roles require security clearances and work within defense environments, but their core responsibilities differ in system management versus system analysis.

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Infographic showing various Full Time Tactical Data Link job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 100% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $70,839 per year, or $34.1 per hour.

Tactical Data Link (TDL) Technician

Virginia Beach, VA • On-site

Science Applications International Corporation
IT Services • 10K+ employees
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$23.75 - $32.50/hr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

SAIC rating

7.7

Company rating: 7.7 out of 10

Based on 82 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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.

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.

Minimum:

  • 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:

  • 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.

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