Systems Engineer SIGINT System Integration

CACI International Inc; Virginia (MN); On-site; USD 94,400 - 198,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense contractor is seeking a Systems Engineer to support and maintain an SIGINT processing system. The ideal candidate will have familiarity with SIGINT systems, system engineering experience, and Linux proficiency. This entry-level position offers a salary range between $94,400 - $198,200, with opportunities for growth in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• Familiarity or experience with SIGINT processing systems required.
• Experience in system design, documentation, verification and validation needed.
• Understanding of RF collection systems essential.
• Able to read and understand source code for software development.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain an operational system.
• Provide on-call support during off hours.
• Devise test plans and procedures.
• Conduct system tests.

Skills

Familiarity or experience with SIGINT processing systems

System engineering experience

Understanding of RF collection systems

Basic familiarity with software development

Experience working with a software development team

Linux/Unix proficiency

TS/SCI clearance

Certifications such as Security+ or CISSP

Tools

Linux

Python

Go/Golang

JavaScript

Java

Kubernetes

Docker

Git

Ansible

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Systems Engineer SIGINT System Integration role at CACI International Inc.

Time Type: Full time • Minimum Clearance Required to Start: TS/SCI • Employee Type: Regular • Percentage of Travel Required: Up to 10% • Type of Travel: Continental US

The Opportunity

As a System Engineer, you will be part of a team developing and supporting an interactive TechELINT processing system. You will also support development teams working on parts of the system. The service will allow interactive control of system resources, automatic and on-demand routing of data, display of system status, and the team develops and maintains RESTful services and web-based thin-client software applications.

Responsibilities

• Support and maintain an operational system. Monitor system status. Investigate and help resolve system issues.
• Provide on-call off hours support
• Devise test plans and procedures
• Coordinate and conduct system tests
• Develop and implement metrics to monitor system performance
• Write documentation for CONOPS, use cases, system designs, interfaces, test plans and test procedures
• Gather requirements, needs and desires for the system from stakeholders
• Translate requirements into CONOPS and use cases
• Work with the development team to come up with designs, utilizing and adapting existing capabilities
• Become an expert in collection resources capabilities and use that knowledge to inform designs. Apply expertise to assist development team
• Evaluate software implementation of algorithms
• Work with customer representatives to gather input, ensure understanding, and allow them to monitor progress

Required Qualifications

• Familiarity or experience with SIGINT processing systems
• System engineering experience – system design, documentation, system verification and validation
• Understanding of RF collection systems. Basic understanding of RF receivers
• Basic familiarity with software development – able to read, understand and provide feedback on source code
• Experience working with a software development team
• Linux/Unix proficiency
• TS/SCI clearance, willing to complete CI Poly
• Certifications such as Security+ or CISSP, or willing to attain them

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with system testing
• Working in Agile and DevOps / DevSecOps processes
• Software development skills / experience – Python, Go/Golang, JavaScript or Java
• Interface design, security principles, object-oriented design, web services
• Familiarity with micro-service architectures
• Familiarity with software components such as Kubernetes, Docker, Helm, RabbitMQ
• Familiarity with development tools such as Git / Bitbucket, Confluence / Jira, Gitlab, Ansible
• Experience working in cloud environments (AWS)
• Familiarity with signal processing software applications

What You Can Expect

A culture of integrity. At CACI, character and innovation are at the center of everything we do. You’ll be part of a high-performing group dedicated to our customer’s missions and driven by a higher purpose – to ensure the safety of our nation.

An environment of trust. CACI values the unique contributions that every employee brings to our company and our customers. You’ll have autonomy and access to robust learning resources to support your ambitions.

A focus on continuous growth. Together, we will advance our nation’s critical missions, build on a long track record of success, and find opportunities to break new ground — in your career and in our legacy.

Your potential is limitless. So is ours.

Pay Range

The Proposed Salary Range For This Position Is: $94,400 - $198,200.

Note: CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.

Additional Details

Location: McLean, VA

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full-time