System Engineer 1

Wyetech; Columbia (MD); On-site; USD 48,160 - 146,163; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Referral Bonus

PTO up to 200 hours annually

Various medical plan options

Team-building events

Complementary branded clothing

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design and deployment of data center solutions related to satellite collection. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of seven years of experience in systems engineering and must hold a TS/SCI clearance. Responsibilities include system integration testing and developing technical documentation. Benefits include flexible PTO, retirement contributions, and various health plans. The pay range is between $34.96 and $106.10 per hour.

Qualifications

• Minimum of seven (7) years of Systems Engineering experience.
• Active TS/SCI with agency appropriate polygraph required.
• Experience with satellite collection-based systems is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions.
• Contribute to hardware, software, network, and RF component activities.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation and system engineering artifacts.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Radio Frequency (RF)

Signal Processing

Technical Documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field

Job description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection-based systems. This role contributes to systems engineering activities across hardware, software, network, and Radio Frequency (RF) components supporting mission‑critical communication and signal processing environments. The ideal candidate has foundational experience in RF and signal processing systems development and demonstrates the ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering team.

Due to federal contract requirements, United States Citizenship and position appropriate security clearance is required. (e.g. Active TS/SCI security clearance with agency appropriate polygraph).

Capabilities

• Support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection‑based systems.
• Contribute to systems engineering activities across hardware, software, network, and RF components to ensure operational performance and interoperability.
• Assist in the development and integration of Radio Frequency (RF) and signal processing systems for communication system applications.
• Support system requirements analysis, architecture development, verification, and validation activities.
• Participate in system integration testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluation to ensure compliance with technical and mission requirements.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation including system engineering artifacts, test plans, interface control documents, and configuration management records.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional engineering teams, vendors, and stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support lifecycle sustainment activities.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI with agency appropriate polygraph.
• Minimum of seven (7) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs/contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline. Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree.

The Benefits Package

• Wyetech believes in generously supporting employees as they prepare for retirement. The company automatically contributes 20% of each employee's gross compensation to a Simplified Employee Pension (SEP) IRA, with no requirement for employee matching. All contributions are fully vested from day one, ensuring immediate ownership of retirement funds.
• Wyetech provides a generous PTO plan of up to 200 hours annually, aligned with applicable state leave regulations. Employees have the flexibility to adjust their PTO allocation at the start of each calendar year, ensuring it meets their evolving needs.
• Full-time employees have the option to participate in a variety of voluntary benefit plans including:
• Choice of Medical Plan Options, some with Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Vision and Dental
• Life and AD&D Benefits
• Short and Long-Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident, and Critical Illness Insurances
• Optional Identity Theft and Legal Protection Services

Company Environment & Perks

• Employee Referral Bonus Eligibility up to $10,000
• Mobility Among Wyetech-supported Contracts
• Various contract and work locations throughout Maryland, Virginia, Colorado, Texas, Utah, Alaska, Hawaii and OCONUS
• Various team-building events throughout the year such as: monthly lunches, summer company picnic, and an annual holiday party.
• Employees receive two complementary branded clothing orders annually.

$34.96 - $106.10 an hour

Pay Range: $34.96 - $106.10 per hour*

Hourly pay rates listed for this position serve as a general guideline and are not a guarantee of compensation. Compensation will vary dependent upon factors including but not limited to: Government contract rates; education; relevant prior work experience, knowledge, skills, and competencies; certifications, and geographic location. *Hourly pay rates reflect the pre-benefit gross wage amounts.

Wyetech, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to the principles of affirmative action in all hiring and employment for minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.

Accommodations:

Wyetech, LLC is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible hiring process. If you need any accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact Brittney Wood at 844-WYETECH x727 or [e-mail]. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to all candidates.