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Ashburn, VA · On-site

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As of Aug 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for temp tactical communications in the United States is $85,648.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $65,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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AspectTemp Tactical CommunicationsTactical Communications Specialist
CertificationsOften requires security clearances, basic technical certificationsRequires similar certifications, including security clearances and technical training
Work EnvironmentTemporary assignments in military, government, or defense settingsPermanent or long-term roles in tactical communication operations
Employer & IndustryPrimarily government, defense contractors, militaryMilitary units, defense agencies, government contractors

Temp Tactical Communications roles are temporary positions focused on supporting tactical communication needs, often in military or defense contexts. Tactical Communications Specialists typically hold permanent roles with ongoing responsibilities in tactical communication operations. Both roles require similar certifications and work in related environments, but differ mainly in employment duration and commitment.

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Infographic showing various Temp Tactical Communications job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 87% Full Time, 9% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $85,648 per year, or $41.2 per hour.

F-35 Communications Engineer, Senior

ACT1 Federal

Arlington, VA • On-site

$130K - $148K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 27 days ago

Job description

JOB TITLE: F-35 Communications Engineer, Senior
Location: Arlington, VA (Crystal City)
Category: Funded
Schedule (FT/PT): FT
Travel Required: N/A
Shift: Day
Remote Type: On-site
Clearance required: Active Secret Clearance
Division: Aviation
Salary: $130,000-$148,000
Job Description:
The F-35 Communications Engineer serves as one of the F-35 Lightning II Joint Program Office (JPO)
Interoperability (IO) Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with a primary focus in providing tactical datalinks and intra-flight communications IO-related analytical and design expertise. The F-35 JPO develops, tests, produces, fields, and sustains F-35 Fifth-Generation combat capability for the United States Air Force, Navy, and Marine Corps along with Partner and Foreign Military Sales nations around the world. This position supports the F-35 IO Government Lead and serves as the primary IO-related requirements oversight lead for the F-35 IO Team.
Responsibilities:
  • Orchestrating interface development, implementation, and sustainment upgrades to the F-35 airborne communications capabilities
  • Coordinating F-35 airborne communications IO (joint tactical datalinks/ communications) implementation positions with the U.S. Military Services, Partner Nations, and all FMS cases -- includes establishing specific military standards compliant Link-16 as well as F-35-unique Multi-function Advanced Data Link (MADL) message sets with minimum data link implementation recommendations
  • Validating F-35 airborne communications-related Information Exchange Requirements (IERs) and associated external IO architecture development -- Includes systems-level IO interface assessments and technical inputs to ensure F-35 information exchanges and the associated communications interface design will satisfy U.S. Military Services and Partner Nation IO requirements within the F-35 joint/coalition operational environment
  • Managing F-35 IO-related requirements documents and Proposed Specification Change Notices (PSCNs) inputs to ensure properly integration of IO-related capabilities -- Works directly with the F-35 Prime Contractor engineering staff to update/maintain the F-35 Operational Requirements Specification (ORS)
  • Assisting in addressing airborne communications IO assessments of U.S. Military Services/Partner Nation IO-related Concepts of Operations (CONOPs) to ensure airborne communications IO interface requirements are properly integrated in associated F-35 requirements documents/contract specifications and that the planned/implemented F-35 communications IO interface design implementation meets joint and coalition force needs
  • Supporting airborne communications IO verification test planning and execution to ensure IO-related requirements are adequately verified. Provides IO-related verification requirements and associated C4I support inputs to the F-35 Test and Evaluation Master Plan (TEMP)
  • Preparing and/or contributes to presentations on IO-related program status/accomplishments, issues identification/resolution, and verification support requirements to F-35 Operational Advisory Group, Requirements Working Group, Senior Warfighters Group, and JSF Executive Steering Board (JSEB) deliberations as well as during IO Advisory Group (IAG) and Lockheed Martin IO-related reviews
  • Participating in joint and Military Service-specific tactical data link governing bodies and represents the F-35 JPO in U.S. Government working group deliberations tied to establishing joint/commercial tactical communications policy

Requirements
  • SECRET Clearance with eligibility for SAR
  • BA/BS degree
  • 10 years of systems-to-systems level interface analysis experience in an engineering or technical position of which:
    • Four years were in a test and evaluation (developmental and/or operational) environment supporting a DoD ACAT-I Acquisition Program
    • Six years involved technical analysis/support of C4I digital datalinks and intra-flight communications to include Link-16/Variable Message Format (VMF) with emphasis on tactical datalink communications [Command and Control (C2), Electronic Warfare (EW), or Fighter platform communications] as well as the associated mission planning/operational coordination
  • In-depth technical understanding of joint/coalition airborne communications network interfaces and associated messaging
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite applications
  • Ability to travel (approximately 10%)

Benefits
• Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
• ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance
• Company Paid Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• 401K with employer match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Parental Leave
• Military Leave
• Education, Training & Professional Development
• Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care
• Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of flexibility and collaboration, whether that happens in person or remotely.
  • If this position is listed as remote or hybrid, you'll periodically work from a ACT1 Federal or client site facility.
  • If this position is listed as onsite, you'll work with colleagues and clients in person, as needed for the specific role.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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