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KBR

APS-4: COMSEC/C4I Tech II

Camp, AR · On-site

This equipment includes, but is not limited to SINCGARS, AFATDS, Harris Radio, FBCB2, MTS, VIC-3, JBC-P and other communications equipment fielded to AFSBn-NEA. These duties include, but are not ...

SAIC

Avionics Systems Engineer

California, MD

$80K - $120K/yr

... SINCGARS, aircraft bus control via 1533, Ethernet, Program Loader SET (PLS) and Simple Key Loader (SKL) loading. Work with be performed onsite in California, MD and is therefore open to candidates ...

Anduril Industries

DSP Engineer, EW

Costa Mesa, CA · On-site

$166K - $220K/yr

Familiar with wireless communication standards (Bluetooth, 3G/4G/5G, Wi-Fi, SINCGARS, MUOS, etc.). * Enthusiastic about both working with a team and executing some work individually (depending on ...

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As of Jul 14, 2026, the average yearly pay for sincgars in the United States is $142,668.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $86,000.00 and $200,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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SINCGARS Radio Operators are responsible for setting up, operating, and maintaining tactical radio equipment to ensure secure and reliable voice and data communications. Daily tasks usually include configuring frequencies, performing routine system checks, maintaining radio discipline, and troubleshooting equipment issues as they arise. Operators often work closely with command teams and other communications specialists to support mission requirements and relay critical information. The role may also involve training other unit members on proper radio usage and participating in field exercises to test communications capability. This hands-on position is essential for seamless coordination and mission success within military operations.

What is a SINCGARS job?

A SINCGARS job typically involves the operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of the Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System (SINCGARS), which is a secure, frequency-hopping VHF radio used by the military. Responsibilities may include setting up communication networks, encrypting transmissions, and ensuring reliable field communications. Personnel in these roles often work in tactical environments, supporting missions by maintaining effective communication links.

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To excel as a SINCGARS Radio Operator, you need a solid understanding of tactical radio communication, signal operations, and basic electronics, often gained through military training or communications courses. Familiarity with SINCGARS (Single Channel Ground and Airborne Radio System) radios, encryption techniques, and frequency planning is essential, and completion of related military training or certifications is common. Strong attention to detail, adaptability under pressure, and effective communication skills help operators manage complex scenarios and work efficiently within teams. These competencies ensure secure, reliable communication in demanding environments where operational success and safety depend on quick and accurate information transfer.

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Principal Engineer Tactical Radio

Summit Federal Services LLC

Gordon, GA • On-site

Full-time

Posted 21 days ago

Job description

Summit Federal Services, LLC (SFS) with headquarters in Oakland, Maryland, is a fast growing woman owned Small Business and HUBZone company with an outstanding record of performance providing more effective and efficient acquisition, business process, training, IT, administrative and security services to multiple federal agencies.
SFS is looking for a Principal Engineer (Tactical Radios) to provide support to CBL Battle Lab Facility located at Fort Gordon GA. All work will be performed onsite. This contract will support the CBL mission to provide experimentation support to the C- CDID with dynamic network experimentation integrated with CO, DODIN-A, EW and IA through the Cyber Battle Lab's Experimentation Branch (EB), Environments Support Branch (ESB), and the Army Persistent Experimentation eNvironment (APEN) Cyber Enterprise Service Center (CESC). The CBL Experimentation Support contract will provide support in the form of experiments, assessments, analyses and network support that will validate proposed new technical solutions to resolve known Doctrine, Organization, Training, Material, Leadership & Education, Personnel, Facilities Policy (DOTMLPF-P) capability gaps within the CO, EW, Network, and IA force modernization lines of effort
Tactical Radio Systems Engineering
  • Design, develop, integrate, and support tactical radio communication systems.
  • Analyze operational requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Develop radio architectures supporting voice, data, video, and situational awareness applications.
  • Evaluate communication system performance in contested and dynamic environments.
  • Support system-of-systems integration across multiple communication platforms.
Radio Frequency (RF) Engineering
  • Analyze RF propagation, coverage, and spectrum utilization.
  • Support frequency planning and spectrum management activities.
  • Troubleshoot RF performance issues and optimize network performance.
  • Conduct link budget analysis and communication system modeling.
Tactical Network Integration
  • Integrate tactical radios into larger command-and-control and network architectures.
  • Configure and support:
    • MANET networks
    • SATCOM systems
    • Line-of-Sight (LOS) communications
    • Beyond-Line-of-Sight (BLOS) communications
    • IP-based tactical networks
  • Ensure interoperability between communication systems and mission platforms.
Testing & Validation
  • Develop test plans, procedures, and verification strategies.
  • Conduct laboratory, field, and operational testing.
  • Analyze test results and recommend corrective actions.
  • Support customer demonstrations and operational evaluations.
Technical Leadership
  • Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) for tactical radio technologies.
  • Lead technical design reviews and engineering assessments.
  • Mentor engineers and technicians.
  • Provide technical recommendations to program leadership and customers.
Cybersecurity & Compliance
  • Ensure tactical communication systems comply with security requirements.
  • Support secure communications architectures and cryptographic integration.
  • Assist with cybersecurity assessments and risk mitigation activities.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, Telecommunications, or related field.
  • 8-15+ years of experience in tactical communications, RF engineering, or military communication systems.
  • Experience with tactical radio integration and network design.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • RF communications principles
    • Tactical networking
    • Digital communications systems
    • Secure communications technologies
    • Military communication standards
    • Top Secret Security Clearance

Preferred Experience
Experience with tactical radio platforms such as:
  • L3Harris Technologies Falcon radios
  • Viasat tactical communication systems
  • Thales tactical radios
  • BAE Systems communication solutions
  • General Dynamics Mission Systems tactical networking products
Experience supporting military communication standards such as:
  • SINCGARS
  • TSM
  • SRW
  • WNW
  • Link 16
  • SATCOM waveforms

Preferred Certifications
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Relevant RF, wireless, or systems engineering certifications

Technical Skills
Radio & RF Technologies
  • Software Defined Radio (SDR)
  • RF propagation analysis
  • Spectrum management
  • Antenna systems
  • Link budget analysis
  • Electronic warfare considerations
Networking
  • MANET
  • Tactical IP networking
  • Routing protocols
  • Network management systems
  • QoS and bandwidth optimization
Tools & Platforms
  • MATLAB
  • RF modeling and simulation tools
  • Spectrum analyzers
  • Network analyzers
  • Protocol analyzers
  • Test automation tools
Systems Engineering
  • Requirements management
  • Verification & Validation (V&V)
  • System integration
  • Architecture development
  • Risk management

SFS is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. SFS also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.
Summit Federal Services, LLC is an equal opportunity employer regardless of race, color, religion, creed, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, age, veteran status, on-the-job injury, sexual orientation, political affiliation or belief. Employment decisions are made without consideration of these or any other factors that employers are prohibited by law from considering. Any discriminatory action can be a cause for disciplinary action. Summit Federal Services, LLC also prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities and will reasonably accommodate applicants with a disability, upon request, and will also ensure reasonable accommodation for employees with a disability.

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