Systems Integration Engineer

Fantom Corporation; Fort Meade (MD); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Fantom Corporation is looking for a Systems Integration Engineer to support the deployment and integration of critical hardware and software systems at their Fort Meade location. This position involves system installation, configuration, and troubleshooting across both Linux and Windows environments.

The ideal candidate will work closely with teams to ensure successful system integrations in lab and field environments. Candidates must possess a bachelor’s degree in a related field and have at least 4 years of relevant experience.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in a relevant technical role.
• Experience administering and supporting Linux and Windows operating systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform system administration and configuration of Linux and Windows-based systems.
• Support hardware and software deployments and integrations.
• Create and maintain technical documentation for processes.

Skills

Systems Integration

Linux administration

Windows administration

Troubleshooting

Configuration management

Technical documentation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related technical discipline

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

VMware vSphere

Ansible

Job description

Fantom Corporation is a mission-focused organization supporting critical programs across the defense and intelligence community. We partner with our customers to deliver high-impact technical solutions while fostering a culture built on trust, expertise, and long-term career growth.

We are seeking a Systems Integration Engineer to support the deployment, integration, administration, and sustainment of mission- critical hardware and software systems. This role is responsible for system installation, configuration, testing, troubleshooting, and operational support across Linux and Windows environments.

The ideal candidate will work closely with engineering and development teams to support system integration efforts in both laboratory and field environments.

This position offers the opportunity to support complex technical systems throughout their lifecycle, including system builds, deployments, upgrades, maintenance, and field installations.

Responsibilities

• Perform system administration, maintenance, installation, testing, integration, and configuration of Linux and Windows-based systems
• Install, configure, upgrade, and maintain operating systems, software applications, and supporting infrastructure
• Develop and maintain environments for hardware and software builds, staging, testing, and integration activities
• Support system, subsystem, and equipment installation activities, including racking, stacking, testing, and software integration at laboratory and field locations
• Create and maintain software baselines, configuration files, and deployment packages for new installations and system upgrades
• Provide Tier 3 technical support for system failures, performance degradation, and operational issues
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex hardware, software, and infrastructure problems
• Support software development and system integration efforts during testing, deployment, and operational activities
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation, installation procedures, sustainment guides, upgrade plans, and troubleshooting documentation
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure successful system deployment and operational readiness
• Travel as required to support field installations, testing, and integration activities

Required Qualifications

• Must be fully cleared with a recent MD polygraph
• Must be willing and able to work fully onsite at the location listed in this posting
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of experience as a Systems Integrator, Systems Engineer, Systems Administrator, Software Integrator, or related technical role
• Experience administering and supporting Linux and Windows operating systems
• Experience with system installation, configuration, integration, testing, and troubleshooting
• Strong understanding of hardware and software deployment processes
• Experience supporting software development and integration activities
• Experience creating and maintaining technical documentation
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills
• Foundation in Linux, Docker, Kubernetes, and VMware vSphere environments
• Active DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification (Security+ or equivalent)

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Ansible automation and configuration management
• Experience supporting enterprise‑scale infrastructure and system deployments
• Experience working in lab and field integration environments
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and containerized application deployments
• Experience supporting mission‑critical or secure operational systems