Military Systems Spec III

Scientific Research Corporation; North Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel up to 30%

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation seeks a Military Systems Spec III to join the Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) program. The role covers assembling, integrating, and testing ship-specific hardware and cabling during installations and upgrades aboard US Navy ships, USNS ships, and Coast Guard platforms.

The position requires RF testing knowledge, system administration, excellent communication, and a TS/SCI clearance. Travel up to 30% for site surveys and deployments is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience assembling, integrating and testing ship-specific hardware/cabling.
• Strong communication and writing abilities.
• Must possess TS/SCI clearance or be able to obtain.
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or obtain within six months).

Responsibilities

• Assemble, integrate, and test ship-specific hardware and/or cabling during installations and upgrades.
• Coordinate with agile stakeholders and fleet customers in-person and electronically.
• Redline drawings and capture as-built documentation during installation.
• Travel to site surveys and installations as required (up to 30%).

Skills

Hardware integration

RF testing

System administration

Communication skills

TS/SCI Clearance

Security+

Tools

TDR

Spectrum Analyzer

VNA

Signal Generator

Oscilloscope

DMM

Job description

Military Systems Spec III

Location: US-SC-North Charleston

ID: 2026-11318

Category: Systems Analyst

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date: 7/6/2026

Overview

The Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) Program is the Navy's Flagship Signal's Intelligence (SIGINT) system; installed on U.S. Navy ships, and Coast Guard platforms. NIWC Atlantic is the In-Service Engineering Agency (ISEA) responsible for lifecycle support, from development through transition. This support includes; but is not limited to; engineering, requirements analysis, testing, technical writing, fleet technical support, training, procurement, configuration management, production, warehousing, drafting and repair. This support, ultimately, is designed to ensure the deployed SSEE systems and Navy operators are positioned for success against our Nation's adversaries.

Candidates for this position will work in a team setting while performing the following responsibilities:

• Executing the assembly, integration, and testing of ship-specific system hardware and/or cabling during new installations and/or system upgrade events
• Applying critical thinking skills and organizational expertise to help organize efforts, tasks, and documentation to plan and execute installation and modification of our systems on USN surface combatants, special mission platforms, some USNS ships, and shore installations
• Communicating and coordinating with agile stakeholders and with fleet customers electronically and in person in a professional manner
• Representing the U.S. Government in the execution of high visibility, high-priority tasks on ships in port
• Documenting support needed via daily reporting and the use of Jira
• Taking initiative to redline drawings when approved, capturing the system as built during installation
• Traveling required for but not limited to site surveys and installations

Requirements

• Experience executing the assembly, integration, and testing of ship-specific system hardware and/or cabling during new installations and/or system upgrade events
• Working knowledge of the radio frequency spectrum to include working with calibration and testing equipment (Time Domain Reflectometers, Spectrum Analyzers, Vector Network Analyzers, Signal Generators, Frequency Counters, Oscilloscopes, and Digital Multi Meters) and basic antenna troubleshooting
• Working knowledge of system administration
• Excellent communication and writing skills
• Must possess and maintain a TS/SCI Clearance
• CompTIA Security+ certification (or must be able to obtain within six months of hire)

Desired Skills

• General working knowledge in reference to the hardware installation, system configuration, system administration and maintenance of Hostile Forces Integrated Targeting Service (HITS), DRT, Cryptologic Carry-On Program (CCOP), Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE), and Mission Modules
• Experience leading teams during the installation of shipboard systems

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• Up to 30% travel will be required for this position

Benefits

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

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