Systems Engineer 5 (CONUS/OCONUS) - RF/Linux/Visio

Socket.dev; Maryland; On-site; USD 130,000 - 270,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary range

401k 20%

Hourly premium

HSA contribution

PTO 6 weeks

Insurance coverage

Job summary

Captivation Software is seeking a senior level systems engineer to support daily responsibilities on a government program. Candidates must hold an active Top Secret/SCI clearance with a favorable polygraph and be a U.S. citizen.

The role requires a strong background in systems engineering, site surveys, and installation planning, plus proficiency with Linux, Visio, Excel and Word. Travel up to CONUS/OCONUS for 3–4 weeks may be required; excellent communication and teamwork are essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold Top Secret/SCI clearance with favorable polygraph and be a U.S. citizen.
• Extensive systems engineering experience aligned to government programs.
• Strong communication, teamwork and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support daily responsibilities on the government program.
• Lead or contribute to small project teams.
• Assist with system design, testing and installations.

Skills

RF analysis

Team leadership

Communication

Linux knowledge

Site surveys

Troubleshooting

Education

High School Diploma or GED + 19 years experience

Bachelor's degree + 15 years experience

Master's degree + 13 years experience

Tools

Visio

Excel

Word

Linux

RF analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Job description

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a senior level systems engineer who will be assisting with daily responsibilities on the program.

Requirements

Security Clearance:

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

A High School Diploma or GED plus nineteen (19) years of general systems engineering experience

A Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus fifteen (15) years of systems engineering experience

A Master’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university plus thirteen (13) years of systems engineering experience

Required Skills:

Competent with all manner of hand tools to include power tools

Competent with RF spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes and signal generators

Familiarity with Microsoft suite of applications to include Visio, Excel and Word

Should have working knowledge of Linux

Experience performing site surveys and / or planning and executing system installations

Must possess excellent communication skills

Ability to work as part of a team or lead small team projects

Able to travel OCONUS, CONUS for up to 3-4 weeks at a time

Experience troubleshooting networks, hardware and software configurations

Ability to think on the fly and adapt to unexpected challenges

Familiarity with system design and testing

Familiarity with customer GOTs software capabilities

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)

Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,600 HSA Contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D