Data Links / Communications Engineer

Overview

i3 is seeking a motivated and ambitious Data Links / Communications Engineer to join the Software, Simulation, Systems Engineering and Integration Directorate (S3I) Joint Technology Center – Systems Integration Lab (JSIL) Technology and Certification Center. This position will perform analysis and provide technical expertise in support of Data Links design and implementation including but not limited to waveform testing, communications architecture design, Electronic Wafare, and Anti-Jam Technologies.

Responsibilities

• Perform analysis and study issues relating to the future of communications systems.
• Perform testing and analysis on various datalink waveforms.
• Provide technical counsel to aid in architecting communications solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline including but not limited to engineering, mathematics, and physics.
• Additional experience may substitute for degree. 
• 5 years of relevant data links / communications experience
• Experience with Wireless communications (SATCOM or LOS)
• Experience with Waveform specifications (e.g., Std-CDL, BE-CDL, and DDL)
• Experience with Electronics Warfare (EW) concepts as applies to data links
• Experience with communications Anti-Jam / Low Probability of Detection waveforms
• Experience with Data links / communications hardware requirements and design
• Experience with IP networked communications, RF Propagation, Signal Modulation, and error correction
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance
• U.S. Citizenship is required

Desired Qualifications:

• Data links / communications link budget analysis
• MATLAB, scripting languages, and Linux environments
• Multi-access waveforms
• Signal detection theory
• Antenna theory

About i3

Headquartered in Huntsville, AL, i3 is a national leader in providing innovative technical and engineering solutions to a broad customer base across the U.S. DoD. Specializing in missile and aviation engineering and logistic services, electronic warfare and electromagnetic affects analysis, UAS system integration and flight operations, full lifecycle C5ISR engineering services, engineering analysis, cybersecurity and IT/IA innovative solutions and virtual training, simulation & serious game development and implementation.

• We were founded in 2007 with the intent to do business differently.
• Our focus is to leave our team members and customers better than we found them.
• Our ultimate goal is to strengthen our Nation and our warfighter.

Perks and Benefits at i3:

• 100% team member owned
• Outstanding insurance coverage
• 401(k) match
• Health and wellness incentives
• Tuition and certification reimbursement
• Generous PTO
• Fun culture with company activities
• Countless opportunities to give back to the community through our charitable organization, i3 Cares

We work hard. We compete hard. We play hard. Apply now to join us!