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The ideal candidate will serve as a subject matter expert in Link 22 tactical data link systems, providing hands-on architecture development requirements, system design, configuration, integration, and training expertise for airborne and maritime-based system applications. Travel requirement will vary with the phase of the program, ranging from \nEssential Functions:\nServe as the primary Link 22 subject matter expert, leveraging in-depth working knowledge of Link 22 systems, architecture, message standards, network design, and the full range of available configuration options.\nIntegrate and configure Link 22 tactical data link systems for use with airborne weapon system and maritime-based communication platforms, ensuring compatibility and operational effectiveness.\nArchitect and design Link 22 data flows across multi-node network environments, including Function groups, time slot management, and message routing.\nDevelop, manage, and maintain exportable Link 22 configurations for use across multiple programs, platforms, and customer environments.\nIntegrate and configure Link 22 hardware and software components, including System Network Controller (SNC), Signal Processing Controller (SPC), and Link-level COMSEC (LLC) ensuring proper interoperability 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environments, including participation in multi-national interoperability events.\nPrepare effective presentations to communicate complex technical information, including Link 22 architecture and configuration details, to non-technical professionals and government customers.\nDevelop, author, and implement software and system test plans in a collaborative team environment.\nDevelop integration, test, and verification scenarios using Link 22 simulation equipment in support of SW development, integration, and test efforts.\nWork in an agile engineering environment.\nQualifications:\nActive US Secret clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI. \nBachelor’s degree in electrical engineering technology and minimum of 9 years of relevant experience (Software Engineer also considered with relevant experience).\nGraduate Degree and a minimum of 7 years of prior related experience. \nIn lieu of a degree, a minimum of 13 years of prior related experience.\nDemonstrated understanding of core Systems 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weapon system.\nPrior experience working with NILE PMO and NILE GOTS hardware/software.\nExperience integrating with modernized software defined V/UHF software defined radio systems.\nStrongly Preferred:\nSecurity+ Certified.\nExperience creating and managing exportable Link 22 configurations for deployment across multiple platforms or customer environments.\nAbility to support flight test/ability to obtain active flight physical.\nFamiliarity with Link 22 software updates, version management, and configuration baseline control.\nExperience with Link 16 and/or other tactical data links and their interoperability with Link 22 networks.\nFamiliarity with Leonardo DRS and Curtiss-Wright products and their integration within tactical data link and airborne communication architectures.\nExperience working with domestic and foreign subcontractors, and foreign customers.\nFamiliarity with multi-national interoperability testing events and coalition data link environments.\nAbility to work 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The salary range for this remote role in Colorado, Hawaii, Illinois, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, New York State, Cleveland, Ohio, Vermont, and Virginia is $110,500 - $205,500. This is not a guarantee of compensation or salary, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location. L3Harris also offers a variety of benefits, including health and disability insurance, 401(k) match, flexible spending accounts, EAP, education assistance, parental leave, paid time off, and company-paid holidays. 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