**Description** **SAIC** is seeking a highly skilled and experienced **Tactical Data Link Engineer** with a primary focus on Link 16 systems in **Jeddah, Saudi Arabia** . **Job Duties:** + Serve as a subject matter expert in Link 16. + Provide technical expertise and support in the design, implementation, and maintenance of Link 16 systems, with a strong emphasis on MIDS/JTRS, LVT 1, and LVT 2 hardware. + Thorough understanding of Link 16 network creation, including all components necessary to create a Link 16 network. + Understanding of how to create, read, and interpret OPTASK LINKs, Network Design Documents, and Initialization Data Load Files. + Conducts thorough analysis and troubleshooting to identify and resolve issues related to Link 16 systems, including hardware, software, and network configurations. + Develops and implement effective strategies for system optimization, performance improvement, and risk mitigation. + Performs system testing and evaluation to ensure compliance with established standards, protocols, and security requirements. + Prepare comprehensive technical documentation, including system specifications, test plans, and operational procedures. + Collaborates with JITC for certification and compliance processes, ensuring adherence to standards and guidelines. **Qualifications** + Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field and 9 years of relevant experience. Additional years of experience accepted in lieu of a degree. + JT-102 Multi-TDL Advanced Joint Interoperability Course (MAJIC) graduate. + Extensive experience working with Link 16 systems. + Candidate must be a US Citizen. + Candidate will need to **obtain a Secret clearance prior to start date. SAIC will sponsor qualified candidates for a security clearance. Active Secret Clearance preferred.** + Strong knowledge of Link 16 network architecture, protocols, and message formats. + Experience in resolving complex technical issues related to Link 16 systems, including hardware, software, and network configurations. + Familiarity with JITC certification processes and standards is highly desirable. + Proficiency in performing system testing, evaluation, and troubleshooting. + Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work under pressure in time-sensitive situations. + Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. + Experience working both independently and as part of a cross-functional team. + Strong organizational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet project deadlines. **Desired:** + JT-301 Joint Interface Control Officer Course (JICO) or JT-310 Advanced JICC Operators Course (AJOC) + Relevant certifications such as CompTIA Security+, CCNA, or equivalent are a plus. SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline. Covid Policy: SAIC does not require COVID-19 vaccinations or boosters. Customer site vaccination requirements must be followed when work is performed at a customer site. REQNUMBER: 2416308 SAIC is a premier technology integrator, solving our nation's most complex modernization and systems engineering challenges across the defense, space, federal civilian, and intelligence markets. Our robust portfolio of offerings includes high-end solutions in systems engineering and integration; enterprise IT, including cloud services; cyber; software; advanced analytics and simulation; and training. We are a team of 23,000 strong driven by mission, united purpose, and inspired by opportunity. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, SAIC has annual revenues of approximately $6.5 billion. For more information, visit saic.com. For information on the benefits SAIC offers, see Working at SAIC. EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability