Tactical Data Link Expert (all genders)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential defense technology organization based in Munich that is developing next-generation autonomous systems and command-and-control software for critical operational environments. Our talent team is seeking a Tactical Data Link Expert to support the integration of military communication standards into unmanned platforms and ground control systems deployed in active use today.

This role sits within a small, senior software and systems engineering team that builds mission-critical capabilities under real operational constraints—low-bandwidth networks, air-gapped environments, and high-stakes decision loops. You will work directly with hardware, software, RF, and network teams to ensure reliable, secure communication between autonomous systems, command posts, allied platforms, and military networks.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of tactical data link capabilities including Link 16, Link 22, SATCOM, and other military communication systems into unmanned platforms and Ground Control Stations
• Define and support communication architectures that enable reliable data exchange between unmanned systems, GCS environments, command centers, allied platforms, and external mission systems
• Translate operational and military communication requirements into technical integration requirements, interface definitions, and test specifications
• Collaborate with engineering, software, network, RF, modem, antenna, and GCS teams to align interfaces, protocols, data flows, and configuration requirements
• Support SATCOM and beyond-line-of-sight connectivity concepts and integration activities
• Plan and execute lab tests, field tests, interoperability checks, and validation activities for tactical data link setups
• Contribute to secure, robust communication architectures considering availability, latency, data integrity, authentication, and operational constraints
• Coordinate with external suppliers, partners, military stakeholders, and internal teams to assess data link options and technical feasibility
• Document data link concepts, interface assumptions, configuration settings, integration dependencies, test results, and operational setups

What We're Looking For

• Around 5 years of professional experience in tactical communications, military data links, SATCOM, RF systems, communication engineering, systems engineering, or a related technical field
• Practical understanding of military data link technologies such as Link 16, Link 22, SATCOM, or comparable tactical communication systems
• Ability to understand complex communication architectures involving platforms, radios, antennas, modems, networks, command systems, software interfaces, and operational workflows
• Strong understanding of system interoperability, interface definition, and validation testing
• Ability to translate requirements between operational users, engineering teams, software developers, RF specialists, suppliers, and program stakeholders
• Experience supporting technical tests, integration trials, validation activities, or operational demonstrations with structured documentation
• Strong analytical mindset with ability to identify communication issues, integration gaps, and practical solutions
• Solid English skills required; German skills for technical communication and documentation are a plus
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross-functional teams and communicate clearly in fast-moving engineering environments
• Ability to obtain appropriate security clearance required for the position

Preferred qualifications:

• Experience in defense, military communications, command-and-control systems, aerospace, naval systems, UAVs, or other mission-critical operational environments
• Prior exposure to NATO communication standards, tactical networks, joint fires, air defense, command posts, or battlefield management systems
• Experience with SATCOM terminals, tactical radios, MANET, IP-based tactical networks, or professional communication equipment
• Experience integrating unmanned systems into wider military communication architectures
• Understanding of network security, encryption, authentication, routing, IP networking, and secure data exchange

How We Work With You

Candidates apply directly through Get A Job.ai. Our recruiting team will conduct an initial screen to understand your background and assess fit for this role. Qualified candidates will then be submitted to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication and coordination will be managed through Get A Job.ai to ensure a smooth and professional process.

Pay

Compensation details will be discussed during the screening process based on experience and qualifications.

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