Hardware Engineer (Levels 0-1)

BTS Software Solutions; Annapolis, Northern (MD, KY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

BTS Software Solutions is seeking a Hardware Engineer (Levels 0-1) to analyze complex hardware systems for CONUS/OCONUS operations. Responsibilities include design, testing, installation, and documentation of hardware in support of customer operations.

The role requires preparing specs, performing site surveys, and developing install packages; TS/SCI with Poly clearance is indicated with Maryland customer. Location is Annapolis Junction, MD, with a strong emphasis on hardware deployments and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline.
• Five (5) years of hardware engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Seven (7) years experience as a hardware engineer analyzing complex hardware systems for SIGINT solutions.

Responsibilities

• Prepare functional requirements and specifications for hardware acquisitions.
• Analyze hardware specifications and system/subsystem requirements to conceive and document a practical design for hardware components (servers, network devices, storage, etc).
• Ensure that problems with operational hardware have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user’s requirements.
• Assist with preparing installation guides, field test procedures, and troubleshooting guides.
• Conduct site surveys; assess and document current site network configuration and site-unique requirements.
• Develop hardware installation schedules based upon set-up, integration, and test timelines.
• Train site personnel in proper use of hardware.
• Recommend specifications for hardware acquisitions.
• Prepare engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages
• Prepare drawings documenting as-built configurations at each site
• Prepare site installation and test reports
• Configure computers, communications devices and peripheral equipment

Education

Bachelor's degree (Engineering/CS)

5+ years hardware engineering experience substitute for degree

7+ years HE experience for SIGINT solutions

Job description

Career Opportunities with BTS Software Solutions

The position is for a future opportunity scheduled for Award Spring 2027

Hardware Engineer (Levels 0-1)

BTS Software Solutions is seeking a Hardware Engineer to analyze complex hardware systems in support of customer operations.

Job Description:

Provide hardware engineering expertise to analyze complex hardware systems, hardware design, architecture, network design and other technical hardware issues. Procure and perform acceptance testing on equipment. Provide hardware maintenance support, both preventative and remedial. Deploy, install, and implement hardware at Continental United States (CONUS) and Outside Continental United States (OCONUS). Prepares specifications for hardware by analyzing documented and derived system requirements. Conduct site surveys. Prepares engineering plans and site Technical Design Packages. Organize and direct hardware installations. Configure (and document configuration of) computers, networking devices and various peripheral equipment. Prepare site installation and test reports. Ensure that problems have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user’s requirements. Prepare reports and recommendations concerning existing and emerging hardware technologies. Provide specific input to the hardware components of system design to include end-user devices, servers, networking devices, data storage devices, and specialized processors.

Primary Location:

Annapolis Junction, MD

Clearance Requirement:

TS/SCI with Poly from Maryland customer

Degree Requirement:

• Level 0- No demonstrated experience is required. Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related discipline from an accredited college or university is required. Five (5) years of hardware engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor’s degree.
• Level 1- Seven (7) years experience as a HE analyzing complex hardware systems for SIGINT solutions. Bachelor’s degree in Communications Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science,

All Levels:

• Prepare functional requirements and specifications for hardware acquisitions
• Analyze hardware specifications and system/subsystem requirements to conceive and document a practical design for hardware components to include servers, network devices, transmission media, storage devices, user interface devices, and special processors
• Ensure that problems with operational hardware have been properly identified and solutions will satisfy the user’s requirements
• Assist with preparing installation guides, field test procedures, and troubleshooting guides

Addition Requirements for Level 1:

• Conduct site surveys; assesses and documents current site network configuration and site-unique requirements
• Develop hardware installation schedules based upon set-up, integration, and test timelines
• Train site personnel in proper use of hardware
• Recommend specifications for hardware acquisitions
• Prepare engineering plans and site installation Technical Design Packages
• Prepare drawings documenting as-built configurations at each site
• Prepare site installation and test reports
• Configure computers, communications devices and peripheral equipment
• Prepare installation guides, field test procedures, and troubleshooting guides

Pay Range:

$180,000-$225,000

The BTS pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Our approach to crafting offers considers various factors to establish an equitable and competitive compensation package. These considerations include, but are not limited to, the extent and intricacy of the role’s responsibilities, the candidate’s educational background, their work experience, and the specific competencies crucial for success in the role.

Company Overview:

BTS Software Solutions is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business who are community-focused innovators who transform ideas into technology to serve people. We recognize that innovation is only valuable when applied towards a needed solution. Technology has no value without the hard work to turn ideas into reality. Our roots are in helping save Soldiers’ lives through technology. We bring that ethos to serving our community. We create solutions that touch people's lives - products to communicate, to connect companies with customers, to stay informed, to save lives, and to enhance lives.

We have a small company persona with a large company ethos and capabilities; we create elegant solutions for complex problems that will enrich people’s lives. We offer one of the best benefits packages in the industry: Competitive health benefits package, PTO, 401K matching and vested from day one to name just a few of our benefits and perks.

BTS Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.