System Design Engineer 4

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 110,208 - 129,494; Full time

Job summary

Cts Technology Solutions, Inc. is seeking an experienced System Design Engineer in Long Beach, California. This role involves architecting and implementing edge computing and storage solutions, supporting advanced aircraft data analytics.

The ideal candidate must have expertise in storage technologies and networking, with at least nine years of relevant experience. A Bachelor's degree in a related field is required, along with US Citizenship for Secret Clearance.

12+ months contract, with potential extension or FTE opportunity.

Qualifications

• BS Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or related field.
• At least nine years of experience in designing and maintaining a secure distributed environment.
• Proficient in Python and PowerShell scripting.

Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and maintain edge computing and storage infrastructure.
• Design and implement secure VPN connectivity.
• Manage and optimize storage technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for site implementations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex storage and networking issues.

Skills

Storage technologies (SAN, NAS, object storage)

Networking concepts

Windows server configuration

Linux server configuration

Python scripting

PowerShell scripting

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

BS Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, IT

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

Long Beach, California 12+ months Up to $94.00/Hour Contract Shift-1

Overview

**Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance. US Citizenship Required.**

Join a team where Engineering really matters! Company Global Services (BGS) C-17 Globemaster is seeking an experienced System Design Engineer for exciting opportunities with the Digital Engineering Services Team in Long Beach, California.

We are seeking a highly skilled System Design Engineer specializing in Storage and Data Management with expertise in storage technologies, networking, and server configuration across both hardware and software domains. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience with Windows and Linux environments and will play a critical role in architecting and implementing edge computing and storage solutions within a globally distributed, secure VPN infrastructure. This role supports a multi‑site centralized compute and storage hub, enabling advanced aircraft data analytics.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect, deploy, and maintain edge computing and storage infrastructure across more than 20 global edge sites.
• Design and implement secure VPN connectivity linking edge sites to a centralized multi‑site compute and storage hub.
• Manage and optimize storage technologies, including SAN, NAS, and other relevant storage solutions.
• Configure and maintain networking and server hardware and software in both Windows and Linux environments.
• Collaborate with and direct cross‑functional and geographically dispersed teams to ensure consistent implementation and maintenance of edge sites.
• Oversee the management of over 10 TB of binary data generated annually per site, totaling approximately 200 TB of raw binary data across all sites.
• Support the integration and operation of locally developed software tools used for aircraft data analytics.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts and tools using Python and PowerShell to streamline deployment, monitoring, and maintenance tasks.
• Identify opportunities to improve business processes, advance technical capabilities, and reduce required chargeable hours.
• Develop and present business proposals based on identified opportunities to drive continuous improvement and operational efficiency.
• Develop acquisition and spending plans to support infrastructure growth, maintenance, and technology upgrades.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and availability across all storage and compute resources.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex storage, networking, and server issues.
• Provide support outside of regular business hours as required to maintain system availability and performance.
• Document architecture, configurations, and operational procedures.

12+ months — possible extension and possible FTE opportunity.

What you'll need

Required Skills

• BS Degree or higher in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• At least nine years of experience in designing and maintaining a secure, resilient and stable distributed environment consisting of 20+ sites.
• Proven experience with storage technologies (SAN, NAS, object storage, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of networking concepts and secure VPN implementation.
• Experience with server configuration and management in both Windows and Linux environments.
• Willingness and ability to provide support outside of normal business hours as needed.
• Proficiency in Python and PowerShell scripting for development and maintenance of automation tools.
• Experience developing acquisition and spending plans aligned with business and technical objectives.
• Familiarity with edge computing architectures and distributed storage systems.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Experience in aerospace or data analytics domains.

Preferred Skills

• Certifications related to storage (e.g., SNIA, NetApp, EMC) or networking (e.g., CCNA, CompTIA Network+).
• Experience with scripting or automation tools beyond Python and PowerShell.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices in distributed environments.
• Demonstrated ability to identify process improvements and develop business proposals to support them.
• Ability to lead and coordinate multiple teams across different locations.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and attention to detail.

Bachelor's and 9 or more years' experience, Master's with 7 or more years' experience or PhD with 4 or more years' experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry.