1632 - Systems Engineer

Sigma Defense Systems LLC; Montana; On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental and Vision Insurance

Medical Insurance including HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans

401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions

160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)

Educational Assistance

Job summary

A defense technology company is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Air Force's MQ-9 communications systems. Responsibilities include managing Windows and Linux architectures, resolving advanced troubleshooting incidents, and ensuring system reliability and availability. Candidates should have considerable experience in system engineering, PowerShell scripting, and Windows Server administration. U.S. citizenship and the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance are mandatory. Competitive salary of $135,000 - $150,000 annually, along with comprehensive benefits including healthcare and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of system engineering experience.
• Ability to explain complex technical issues clearly.
• Experience creating design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for escalated troubleshooting.
• Manage multiple closed Windows domain systems.
• Implement system licensing and manage updates.

Skills

Windows Server administration

Troubleshooting

PowerShell scripting

Virtual technologies (Hyper-V, VMware)

Red Hat Linux

Technical documentation

Communication skills

Education

U.S. citizenship

Security+ certification

Windows Server Hybrid Admin Associate certification

Job description

Sigma Defense is currently seeking a Systems Engineer to join our team. The Centralized Network Operations Center (C-NOC) Systems Engineer will support the Air Force in the operation and maintenance of the MQ-9 communications system, global network architectures to include the Aircraft Control Network (ACN), Sensor Product Dissemination Network (SPDN), Squadron Operations Centers (SOCs) ancillary systems, and relay site communication. The C-NOC will support all MQ-9 stakeholders including ACC, ANG, AFSOC, SOCOM, USMC, ADC, and other external agencies. The hired Systems Engineer will be responsible for implementing, maintaining, and supporting Windows and Linux based architecture and resolving escalated troubleshooting incidents. They will act as the final point of escalation for the C-NOC, performing root cause analysis, system planning, and ensuring high system availability.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Sigma Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Requirements

• 8-10 years of system engineering experience with a focus on Windows Server administration
• Security+ and Windows Server Hybrid Admin Associate with active directory
• Ability to explain complex technical issues, provide step‑by‑step instructions, and document tickets/fix actions/summaries clearly.
• Remains calm to de‑escalate difficult situations while working effectively with team members to resolve issues.
• Ability to lift, carry, and install equipment weighing about 30lbs, heavier equipment as needed
• Strong knowledge of virtual technologies Hyper‑V, VMware, and to a lesser extent, Red Hat Linux
• Able to stand up a Windows Enterprise environment with support applications like SolarWinds, ISE, file share, etc
• Proven knowledge with basic scripting using PowerShell
• Experience creating design documentation and diagrams to support system design
• Experience in creating system configurations for purchasing
• Windows Server Active Directory certification, Virtual machine, Linux, and containers experience is preferred
• Must be a U.S. citizen

Personnel Clearance Level

• Candidate must possess or have the ability to obtain an active TS/SCI security clearance or higher.
• Clearance may be sponsored for the right candidate

Essential Job Duties (not all-inclusive)

• Work may be required outside the traditional 8‑to‑5, Monday‑to‑Friday window to support mission priorities across 24/7 or extended business operations
• Provide engineering support for escalated troubleshooting support to the C‑NOC
• Manage, monitor, and maintain multiple closed Windows domain systems that provide AD, DNS, CA, DC, SQL, and File share services housed on virtual servers
• Create and manage a patching system such as WSUS for remote patch management
• Assist with account creation and management
• Monitor and suggest improvements to system support suite performance, availability, capacity, scalability, and security
• Implement and manage system licensing
• Provide situation reports, status updates, and assistance with any system upgrades and troubleshooting
• Assist in the development of processes and procedures for optimization and sustainment of C2R communications
• Run systemwide security, compliance, and vulnerability scans and mitigate findings

Salary Range: $135,000 - $150,000 annually.

Benefits

• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Medical Insurance to Include HSA, FSA, and DFSA Plans
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Plan with Company Matching Contributions
• 160 Hours of Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 12 (Floating) Holidays
• Educational Assistance
• Highly Competitive Salary