Tactical Data Link Expert (all genders)

About This Opportunity

We are representing a confidential defence technology client seeking a Tactical Data Link Expert to join their command and control software team in Munich. Our client is building mission-critical capabilities for autonomous systems deployed in active operational environments across multiple domains.

This is a hands-on role supporting the integration of tactical communication systems into unmanned platforms and ground control environments. You'll work with a small, senior engineering team translating military communication requirements into deployable system configurations that operate under real-world constraints.

Responsibilities

• Support integration of tactical data link capabilities including Link 16, Link 22, SATCOM, and military communication systems into unmanned platforms and ground control station environments
• Define communication concepts enabling reliable data exchange between unmanned systems, command centers, allied platforms, and mission systems
• Translate operational and military communication requirements into technical integration requirements, interface definitions, and test specifications
• Collaborate with engineering, software, network, RF, and hardware teams to align interfaces, protocols, data flows, and integration constraints
• Support SATCOM and beyond-line-of-sight connectivity integration activities and concept development
• Plan and execute lab tests, field trials, interoperability checks, and validation activities for tactical data link configurations
• Contribute to secure, mission-ready communication architectures addressing availability, latency, data integrity, and operational constraints
• Coordinate with external suppliers, partners, military stakeholders, and internal teams on data link feasibility and integration dependencies
• Document communication concepts, interface specifications, configuration settings, test results, and operational recommendations

What We're Looking For

Required:

• Approximately 5 years of professional experience in tactical communications, military data links, SATCOM, RF systems, communication engineering, or systems engineering
• 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, and command systems
• Strong interoperability mindset with experience defining interfaces and validating system-to-system data exchange
• Ability to translate requirements between operational users, engineering teams, software developers, and RF specialists
• Experience supporting technical tests, integration trials, and operational demonstrations with structured documentation
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities for communication and configuration challenges
• Solid English communication skills; German skills are a plus for stakeholder alignment and documentation
• Collaborative working style suitable for small, cross-functional teams in fast-moving environments
• Ability to obtain appropriate security clearance

Preferred:

• Background in defence, military communications, command-and-control systems, aerospace, or UAV environments
• Exposure to NATO communication standards, tactical networks, or battlefield management systems
• Experience with SATCOM terminals, tactical radios, MANET, IP-based tactical networks, or professional communication equipment
• Experience integrating unmanned systems into military communication architectures
• Understanding of network security, encryption, authentication, routing, and secure data exchange

How We Work With You

As a Get A Job.ai candidate, you'll apply directly through our platform. Our talent team will conduct an initial screening to understand your background and ensure alignment with the role requirements. Once screened, we'll submit your profile to our client for consideration. Please do not contact the client directly—all communication flows 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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