Engineer

Abacus Technology; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Abacus Technology is seeking an Engineer in San Antonio, Texas to provide technical support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Lackland AFB. This full-time role requires 12+ years of engineering experience, including 5 years in a DoD environment, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field.

The ideal candidate must possess strong problem-solving skills, excellent communication abilities, and a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access. Responsibilities include designing and evaluating technical projects, providing expert advice, and making significant recommendations for program improvements.

Qualifications

• 12+ years experience in an engineering role including 5 years in a DoD environment.
• Ability to modify theories and concepts.
• Must hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, modify, and evaluate technical problems.
• Plan and conduct projects, coordinating technical support staff.
• Develop and recommend new products and processes.

Skills

Engineering theories and principles

Judgment in technology applications

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Job description

Engineer

Location: US-TX-San Antonio

Job ID: 2026-8759

Overview

Abacus Technology is seeking an Engineer to provide technical support for the Command, Control, Communication, Intelligence and Networks (C3I&N) Directorate at Lackland AFB. This is a full‑time position.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, analyze, modify, and evaluate technical and/or analytical problems.
• Plan, conduct, and evaluate projects or major phases of significant projects, coordinating the efforts of technical support staff in the performance of assigned projects.
• Develop and recommend approaches for new or improved products and/or processes.
• Investigate solutions to product and/or process problems.
• Resolve unique or novel problems, conditions, or issues.
• Alter standard practices, equipment, devices, processes, and known techniques.
• Provide expert advice to professional colleagues and/or agency officials responsible for broad program operations.
• Provide significant and innovative recommendations for advancing programs and/or methods.
• Execute significant projects representing an important segment of the agency's operating programs.

Qualifications

12+ years experience in an engineering role including at least 5 years in a DoD environment. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Additional years of experience may be substituted for degree requirements. In-depth knowledge and skill in applying engineering theories, principles, concepts, standards, and methods sufficient to extend or modify theories, concepts, and assumptions. Able to exercise judgment and ingenuity in evaluating the value and applicability of new or improved technology, strategies, trends, or applications; investigating, predicting, and anticipating issues and conditions extending beyond a single specialty area, and affecting known standards, approaches, precedents, or concepts. Experience developing or collaborating in the formulation of new standards, applications, concepts, or theories changing existing knowledge and extending an understanding of phenomena. Able to assess and carry out strategies and actions to affirm the integrity, economy, quality, and effectiveness of engineering, or scientific programs. Able to advocate recommendations, strategies, and actions to reconcile or resolve novel, conflicting, or controversial issues or policies. Attitude, adaptability, and ability to learn are paramount. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Must be a US Citizen and hold a current Top Secret clearance with SCI access (TS/SCI).

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled