Interoperability Test Engineer

Summary

Leidos is seeking an experienced Interoperability Test Engineer to support the ACCA5JI JINTACCS mission at the Langley, VA customer office. The successful candidate will certify Tactical Data Link (TDL) systems for compatibility and standards conformance before they enter Joint Interoperability testing. Your expertise will be crucial in ensuring TDL systems meet MIL-STD requirements to enable seamless interoperability with other platforms.

Your Impact

Serve as a primary technical resource in all phases of Air Force multi-TDL testing and the Joint interoperability testing and certification process.

Ensure systems meet applicable MIL-STD requirements, providing subject matter expertise on multi-TDL standards including US MIL-STD 3011, 6011, 6016, 6017, 6020, 6040, 188-220, and 2045-47001.

Facilitate the certification process by coordinating test scheduling, tracking progress, and preparing necessary documentation like RFCIs, Waiver Requests, and Certification Letters.

Provide TDL expertise during Technical Interchange Meetings, Integrated Test Teams, and Design Reviews to advise USAF program offices.

Collaborate with System Program Offices (SPOs) and review test-related documentation, including test plans, procedures, and test configuration drawings.

Support Joint test planning, participate in relevant panels (TAG, ISG, JARP), and contribute to the development of Interim Certificates to Operate (ICTOs).

Observe certification tests, document problems, and perform data analysis to determine the operational impact of identified issues.

Develop technical papers, presentations, and other materials to support government stakeholders.

Advise on the development and integration of TDL products across Air Force C2 and non-C2 platforms, supporting integration with Joint and Allied forces.

What You'll Need

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a technical field (Engineering, Computer Science, IT) with a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience. Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree.

Recent experience (within the last 10 years) managing or overseeing Air Force multi-TDL interoperability and certification tests (minimum 3 years).

Recent experience (within the last 10 years) reviewing test plans and reports related to Multi-TDL certification testing (minimum 3 years).

Recent experience (within the last 10 years) applying knowledge of Multi-TDL standards, including MIL-STD 3011, 6011, 6016, 6017, 6020, 6040, 188-220, and 2045-47001 (minimum 3 years).

Current or Active DoD Top Secret / SCI security clearance.

Why Leidos?

Join our talented team and engage in interesting assignments that will help you thrive professionally and personally. We offer competitive benefits and challenge our staff to build something better.

EIO2024

At Leidos, we don’t want someone who "fits the mold"—we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, “what’s next?” before the dust settles on “what’s now.”

If you’re already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2… good. You’ll fit right in.

Original Posting : October 28, 2025

For U.S. Positions : While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range :

Pay Range $67,600.00 - $122,200.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.