System Engineer 3 - Annapolis Junction, MD

The Senior Systems Engineer leads the design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of packet-based hardware and software systems utilizing Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) products. This role drives end-to-end systems integration across hardware, software, and network components to ensure seamless interoperability, operational performance, and mission success.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and maintenance of packet-based hardware and software systems leveraging COTS and GOTS products.

Direct end-to-end systems integration across hardware, software, and network components, ensuring interoperability, scalability, and performance optimization.

Develop and execute system integration plans, validation and verification procedures, and deployment strategies to ensure operational readiness and requirements compliance.

Develop, update, and maintain BASH and PERL scripts to automate initial system setup, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of core servers and clustered computing environments.

Implement automation and process improvements to enhance system reliability, efficiency, and maintainability.

Provide technical leadership, troubleshooting, and lifecycle sustainment support, including upgrades, patching, and performance tuning.

Deliver training and technical guidance to administrators, operators, and cross-functional engineering teams while ensuring adherence to security and configuration management standards.

Required Skills:

Minimum of twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.

Bachelor's degree in technical discipline related to Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree

Security Clearance requirement:

Must possess active TS/SCI with polygraph clearance to be considered for this role.