TACLAN Engineer

Mission Technologies, a division of HII

TACLAN Engineer providing technical and acquisition support to U.S. Special Operations Command.

Posted 5/29/2026full-timeTampa • Florida • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $96,951 - $125,000 per yearWebsite

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Hard Skills

tactical network engineeringmilitary C4ISR systemssystem architecture developmenttechnical documentationrisk assessmentsconfiguration evaluationsprogram budgetingTACLAN hardwareTACLAN softwareTactical Data Link Hardware

Soft Skills

technical subject matter expertcollaborationcommunicationdecision supportprogram managementstakeholder engagementanalytical thinkingproblem-solvingleadershipinterpersonal skills

Tools & Technologies

DoD acquisition lifecycleStatements of Work (SOW)Technical Evaluation PlansSource Selection documentationJoint Interoperability Test Command (JITC)field service representatives (FSRs)milestone documentationprogram briefingsfinancial analysis toolscontract performance systems

Certifications & Qualifications

Secret clearanceTop Secret clearance

Industry Keywords

Special Operations Forcestactical communication systemsDoD testing processacquisition program supportmission-critical communicationsprogram reviewstechnical interchange meetings (TIMs)acquisition objectivesfieldingsustainment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Serve as a technical subject matter expert on tactical local area network (TACLAN) systems, supporting design, integration, sustainment, and modernization efforts
Provide engineering assessments and technical recommendations throughout the system lifecycle, including requirements development, prototyping, fielding, and sustainment
Support the development and refinement of system architectures, technical documentation, and performance specifications aligned with SOF operational needs
Conduct trade-off analyses, risk assessments, and configuration evaluations to inform acquisition and engineering decisions
Interface with government engineers, vendors, field service representatives (FSRs), and stakeholders to synchronize program activities across multiple platforms and mission sets
Provide support to the government Acquisition Program Manager (APM) and lead engineer including preparation of milestone documentation, program briefings, and decision support packages
Assist in the formulation, justification, and execution of program budgets
Collaborate with financial analysts to ensure engineering milestones align with budget forecasts and contract performance
Provide support for contract actions, Statements of Work (SOW), Technical Evaluation Plans, and Source Selection documentation
Participate in working groups, technical interchange meetings (TIMs), and program reviews to ensure alignment with strategic acquisition objectives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Must possess and maintain a Secret with the ability to upgrade to Top Secret clearance
5+ years of experience in tactical network engineering or military C4ISR systems
Demonstrated knowledge of the DoD acquisition lifecycle and program support processes
Experience supporting Special Operations Forces or similar mission-critical communications programs
Familiarity with TACLAN hardware/software baseline components and tactical configurations
Significant communications background familiar with the planning, employment, and sustainment of fielded tactical communication systems and software
Knowledge of the Joint Interoperability Test Command (JITC) certification process
Knowledge of Tactical Data Link Hardware
Knowledge on DoD Acquisition
Familiar with DoD testing process.

Benefits

Comp & perks

best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices
wellness resources
employee assistance programs
Savings Plan Options (401(k))
financial planning tools
life insurance
employee discounts
paid holidays and paid time off
tuition reimbursement
early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships