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Tactical Network - Engineer

Eliassen Group
Augusta, GA Contractor
POSTED ON 8/18/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/10/2026
Description

On-site in Augusta, GA

Our client seeks a Tactical Network Engineer to serve as the focal point and subject matter expert for Program Manager C2 Transport supporting PdM Network Modernization, At-the-Halt, On-the-Move, and SATCOM networks. The role includes configuration, validation, testing, documentation, and leadership across systems engineering activities, integration challenges, and network lifecycle operations in support of unit objectives.

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with an active Secret clearance. This is a contract to hire opportunity. Applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis and convert to FTE following contract duration. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $60.00 to $70.00/hr. w2

Responsibilities

  • Serve as focal point and subject matter expert for PdM NetMod, ATH, OTM, and SATCOM networks.
  • Identify and report problems and discrepancies; recommend resolutions when issues cannot be resolved directly.
  • Manage and document system configurations, incident tickets, test procedures, and test execution and results.
  • Configure, validate, and test Tactical Networks systems delivered to units.
  • Provide technical leadership to drive agreement on actions, schedules, and resolution of conflicting viewpoints.
  • Coordinate system development tasks with system engineering leads for integration challenges and new requirements.
  • Provide systems engineering oversight for SATCOM systems, baseband networking equipment, and software development.
  • Coordinate across embedded support teams to obtain concurrence and implement plans of action.
  • Represent PM Tactical Network at unit and stakeholder planning conferences.
  • Develop and present briefings on systems engineering, network architecture planning, and test status.
  • Support network planning, setup, configuration, troubleshooting, testing, and teardown.
  • Work closely with unit CFSRs, S6 staff, and other personnel to coordinate activities.

Experience Requirements

  • Eight years of related tactical network engineering experience required. Fifteen years required if substituting for a bachelor’s degree.
  • Extensive experience in network engineering with a record of high-quality solution delivery.
  • Knowledge of network services such as DNS, DHCP, Mail, Active Directory, SharePoint, and other user services desired.
  • Specialized experience as an engineer in industry or military service desired.
  • Experience with PdM Network Modernization products desired.
  • Ability to support uncommon tours including nights, weekends, and holidays.
  • Ability to travel occasionally as required.
  • Active Secret clearance and United States citizenship required.

Education Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Testing, or related field. A bachelor’s degree may be substituted with seven additional years of related tactical network engineering experience.
  • Active Secret clearance.

Salary : $60 - $70

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