Integration and Test Engineer (Field) - 174099

ZP Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

PTO

401k

Sick leave

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking an Integration & Test Engineer to support testing across Windows/Linux servers and network infrastructure. The role requires DoD systems experience, security clearance eligibility, and hands-on testing in dynamic environments.

Expect travel and collaboration with cross-functional teams to develop documentation, configurations, and automation solutions that ensure system reliability.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4 years' testing, networking or related IT experience.
• Hands-on experience with DoD computer and radio systems.
• Strong networking knowledge: routing, switching, VLANs, IP subnetting, LAN/WAN.
• Proficient with Linux and Windows servers.
• Knowledge of automation concepts and implementation strategies.
• U.S. Citizenship with an active Interim Secret clearance; eligible for Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including test plans and procedures.
• Design configurations to support testing and prototyping of emerging systems.
• Develop troubleshooting guides and workaround documentation for system issues.
• Perform testing on systems and subsystems to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Review and provide feedback on system specs, development plans, testing protocols, and network docs.
• Install and configure Windows and Linux servers to support operational needs.
• Set up and manage core services such as DNS, Exchange, and Active Directory.
• Administer and maintain virtualized environments for development and production.
• Deploy, monitor, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, servers, and firewalls; diagnose and resolve network issues.
• Capture and deploy system images to ensure consistent configurations.

Skills

4+ years experience

DoD systems

Networking concepts

Linux/Windows

Automation principles

Python/JavaScript scripting

Containerized environments

Ansible

Agile/Scrum

JIRA/Confluence usage

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Splunk

SolarWinds

Ansible

Python

JavaScript

Job description

Join our team as an Integration & Test Engineer! (TRAVEL)

Company: Zachary Piper Solutions

Clearance: Secret

Compensation: Up to $140,000 based on experience

Key Responsibilities

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including test plans and procedures.


• Design configurations to support testing and prototyping of emerging systems.


• Develop troubleshooting guides and workaround documentation for system issues.


• Perform testing on systems and subsystems to ensure functionality and reliability.


• Review and provide constructive feedback on system specifications, development plans, testing protocols, and network documentation.


• Install and configure Windows and Linux servers to support operational needs.


• Set up and manage core services such as DNS, Exchange, and Active Directory.


• Administer and maintain virtualized environments for development and production.


• Deploy, monitor, and maintain network infrastructure including switches, servers, and firewalls; diagnose and resolve network-related issues.


• Capture and deploy system images to ensure consistent and reliable system configurations.

Required Skills

• Minimum of 4 years of experience in testing, networking, or other IT-related fields.


• Hands-on experience with Department of Defense (DoD) computer and radio systems.


• Strong understanding of networking concepts including routing, switching, protocols, VLANs, IP subnetting, LAN, and WAN.


• Proficient in both Linux and Windows operating systems.


• Solid grasp of automation principles and implementation strategies.


• U.S. Citizenship required with at least an active Interim Secret clearance; must be eligible to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.

Preferred Skills

• Familiarity with network security devices such as firewalls, NGFWs, IPS, and IDS.


• Experience with event management systems like ISE, Splunk, and SolarWinds.


• Knowledge of Tactical Data Links (e.g., CDL, TTNT, Link-16, SADL).


• Experience in live field testing and military communication systems.


• Proficiency in automation, scripting, or software development using Python or JavaScript.


• Understanding of containerized virtual environments.


• Experience developing automation scripts using Ansible.


• Familiarity with Agile and Scrum methodologies; experience logging test results using tools such as JIRA and Confluence.


• Strong team collaboration skills with a proactive and adaptable mindset in dynamic environments.

Compensation

• Competitive Salary Range: Up to $140,000 based on your experience and skills.


• Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy medical, dental, vision, Paid Time Off (PTO), 401k, sick leave, and holiday benefits.

Keywords: RF, Linux, Windows, Active Directory, Tactical Data Links, Ansible, Virtual Environments, CDL, TTNT, Link16, SADL, NGFW, IPS, IDS, Splunk, SolarWinds, VLAN, IP subnetting, routing, switching, LAN, WAN

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