Senior Systems Engineer & Lead Architect - DoD/Navy

Mikel; Middletown (RI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401k Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

MIKEL is seeking a Systems Engineer V in Middletown, RI to lead the design, integration, and optimization of complex systems supporting DoD missions. This role requires coordinating hardware and software components for reliability across platforms, collaborating with software, network, and project teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

The candidate will oversee architecture, performance tuning, and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least 7 years of experience in systems engineering or a closely related discipline.
• Proven expertise in system design, integration, and troubleshooting within complex IT environments.
• Strong knowledge of operating systems such as Linux, Windows, or UNIX.
• Experience with virtualization technologies and/or necessary computer programs
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently and collaboratively.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement advanced system architectures to support enterprise-level applications and services.
• Lead system integration efforts, ensuring compatibility and optimal performance across diverse hardware and software environments.
• Conduct thorough system analysis and troubleshooting to identify and resolve complex technical issues promptly.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define system requirements, develop technical specifications, and establish project timelines.
• Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance to foster team growth and knowledge sharing.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to system configurations, processes, and procedures.
• Ensure systems comply with security policies, regulatory requirements, and industry best practices.
• Participate in capacity planning, performance tuning, and disaster recovery planning to maintain system resilience.

Skills

System design

System integration

Troubleshooting

Linux

Windows

UNIX

Virtualization

Automation

Cloud

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering/IT

Job description

MIKEL is seeking a Systems Engineer V in Middletown, RI to lead the design, integration, and optimization of complex systems supporting DoD missions. This role requires coordinating hardware and software components for reliability across platforms, collaborating with software, network, and project teams to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

The candidate will oversee architecture, performance tuning, and troubleshooting, ensuring compliance with industry standards while mentoring junior