Systems Engineers

Tactical Engineering and Analysis, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. seeks a Systems Engineer to support the Naval Tactical Grid (NTG) with integration, installation, and troubleshooting of systems hardware and software.

The role involves coordinating with software, test, and documentation teams, ensuring robust configuration management and lifecycle activities across all project phases. A STEM degree is required, with preferred certifications in networking and security domains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in STEM field is required.
• Network+ preferred.
• Linux+ preferred.
• CCNA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing computer systems, including hardware, software, and networking components.
• Integrate multiple systems, hardware, and software components to ensure seamless functionality.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues as needed.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including software development, test/QA, and program management.
• Maintain documentation of system designs, SRD/SRS, user manuals, configurations, and risk assessments.

Skills

Networking concepts

Switches and Routers

Windows servers

Linux servers

Programming languages

IEEE standards

Requirement Management Tools

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM field

Network+ Preferred

Linux+ Preferred

CCNA Preferred

Job description

The Systems Engineer is responsible for the integration, configuration, troubleshooting, and installation of systems hardware, software, and related infrastructure in support of the Naval Tactical Grid (NTG) team within Naval Information Warfare Center (NIWC). This role ensures that the hardware and software systems and infrastructure are successfully integrated prior, during, and after deployment. This position may also require travel to ensure the installation of systems for each test cycle is completed thoroughly and accurately following project guidelines.

Core Functions / Job Duties

• Assist in designing, developing, and testing computer systems, including hardware, software, and networking components.
• Integrate multiple systems, hardware, and software components to ensure seamless functionality.
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve system issues (bugs), as needed.
• Work closely with cross- functional teams, including software development, test/QA, technical support, technical writing, system architects, configuration management, and all levels of program management.
• Maintain accurate and up to date documentation of system designs, System Requirement Document (SRD), System Requirement Specification (SRS), software user manuals, configurations, requirement traceability matrices, risk assessments, System Engineering Management Plan, Interface control documents, version description documents, fault tree assessments.
• Participate in the systems engineering life-cycle by supporting and assisting with key activities across all phases, including requirements analysis, system design and architecture, implementation and integration, testing and verification, documentation, troubleshooting and maintenance, and collaboration.
• Research and systems engineering methodologies, tools, and best practices; stay updated on industry trends and support in the training of junior members of the team.

Skills & Abilities

• Networking concepts and protocols
• Switches and Routers
• Windows and Linux servers
• One or more programming languages
• IEEE standards, systems integration and design principles
• Requirement Management Tools

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in STEM field Required
• Network+ Preferred
• Linux+ Preferred
• CCNA Preferred

TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS

• General office environment
• Computer/Equipment lab

Physical Requirements

• May be expected to lift up to 25 lbs
• Frequent use of keyboard and typing
• Frequent sitting and standing

WORK SCHEDULE

• 9/80
• The ability to work non-standard work hours and schedules in support of project requirements.

PAY RANGE

$100,000.00 to $ $125,000.00 annually, DOE

U.S. Citizenship Is Required

SECURITY CLEARANCE

Candidates must have an active clearance OR the ability to obtain a US Government security clearance and will be subject to a US security background investigation (i.e. favorable background investigation / credit score). Additional eligibility requirements for access to various levels of classified information may also be required. An active security clearance is highly desirable.

Tactical Engineering & Analysis, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Minority/Female/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer

Salary: $100000 - $125000 per year