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Salary: $130,000 - 175,000 per year

Requirements:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience with Tactical Data Link (TDL) Military Standards to support TDL integration on platforms
• Experience as a TDL System software developer or engineer, implementing TDL Military Standards is advantageous
• AF Operational Experience as an AFSC 1C5 or 13B is beneficial
• Self-motivated with the ability to interpret complex technical documents for necessary changes to TDL Military Standards
• Initiative to self-learn and adapt to changes in TDL standards over time
• Familiarity with Universal Command and Control Interface (UCI) under development
• Background in developing software for Tactical Data Link host systems based on TDL MIL-STDs (US MIL STDs 3011, 6016, 6022, 6020)
• Extensive experience with XML, applying it in software development for TDL standards

Responsibilities:

• Collaborate with the USAF team recognized as the Department of Defense (DOD) lead in TDL Standards configuration management under the Joint Interoperable Tactical Command and Control Systems (JINTACCS)
• Conduct research, analysis, and development of updates to US TDL Standards to enhance data exchanges and rectify unclear requirements
• Utilize TDL system design knowledge to aid in developing and staffing change proposals across the joint TDL community
• Assist the team in addressing technical discrepancies related to Air Force, Joint, or Coalition standards and provide necessary solutions
• Participate in evaluating operational concepts and architectures that utilize current and upcoming TDL capabilities for effective information exchange
• Coordinate with USAF requirements and program offices to offer TDL technical expertise for integration into various platforms and systems
• Guide USAF system program office developers and test personnel in understanding the TDL MIL-STD structure and its implications for software development
• Offer technical input at Technical Interchange Meetings and Design Reviews as required
• Attend Joint, Bilateral, and Allied TDL meetings alongside experienced TDL analysts to represent USAF objectives and enhance understanding
• Review technical change proposals from other services and allied nations, assessing their impact on USAF platforms and providing evaluations
• Collaborate with the TDL Standards team to review interoperability test trouble reports and assist in evaluating the significance of test findings

Technologies:

• Support
• XML

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At Astrion, we offer an exciting opportunity for a Tactical Data Link Analyst to support the Air Force Division located at Langley AFB, VA. This full-time position requires a US SECRET and NATO Secret clearance, with travel as necessary. Our team is engaged in vital projects within the Air Forces Joint Message Standards Engineering Office, responsible for the joint interoperability of Tactical Command and Control Systems. We seek innovative candidates who thrive in dynamic environments, promote effective collaboration, and are committed to ensuring operational excellence.

last updated 9 week of 2026