Systems Integration & Lab Infrastructure Engineer

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

PeopleTec seeks a Systems Integration & Lab Infrastructure Engineer to translate lab requirements into network, computing, and HWIL designs in Huntsville, AL. You will configure Switches, servers, and virtual environments with secure Linux/Windows images and support system accreditation activities.

The role requires 8–12+ years of hands-on experience, DoD cybersecurity practices, scripting in Python/Bash/C/C++, and U.S. citizenship for security clearance eligibility.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience designing, configuring, and maintaining local networks, switches, servers, and lab/test environments.
• Experience administering and patching Linux and Windows systems in secure environments.
• Experience developing verification plans or procedures, executing tests, and documenting hardware/software interface issues.
• Ability to write scripts or software for automation or testing (Python, Bash, or C/C++).
• Experience implementing and documenting cybersecurity controls for DoD systems.
• U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain a security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Translate laboratory and integration requirements into network, computing, and HWIL designs.
• Configure and maintain switches, servers, workstations, and virtual environments with secure baseline images.
• Implement and document cybersecurity controls and support system accreditation activities.
• Develop bills of materials for lab hardware, software, and prototyping tools.
• Document lab readiness for integration events and demonstrations.
• Develop scripts/tools to automate configuration, interface testing, data collection, or verification.

Skills

Network design

Linux administration

Windows administration

Scripting

DoD cybersecurity

Root cause analysis

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Git version control

Lab instrumentation

3D printers

Job description

Systems Integration & Lab Infrastructure Engineer

Job Location

US-AL-Huntsville

Position Type

Regular Full-Time

Responsibilities

• Translate laboratory and integration requirements into network, computing, and hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) designs.
• Configure and maintain switches, servers, workstations, and virtual environments, including secure Linux and Windows baseline images.
• Implement and document applicable cybersecurity controls and support system accreditation activities.
• Evaluate technical options and develop bills of materials for lab hardware, software, test equipment, and prototyping tools.
• Establish configuration baselines and document the lab's readiness for integration events and customer demonstrations.
• Develop and execute interface integration procedures, network checkouts, and system verification tests for avionics components under development.
• Investigate hardware and software discrepancies, identify root causes, document risks, and track fixes.
• Develop scripts and software tools that automate configuration, interface testing, data collection, or verification.
• Present technical status, findings, and recommendations to government customers and other stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• At least 8-12+ years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience designing, configuring, and maintaining local networks, switches, servers, and lab or test environments.
• Experience administering and patching Linux and Windows systems in a security-conscious environment.
• Experience developing verification plans or procedures, executing tests, and documenting hardware/software interface issues.
• Ability to write scripts or software for automation or testing, using languages such as Python, Bash, or C/C++.
• Experience implementing and documenting cybersecurity controls applicable to DoD systems.
• Ability to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting the Risk Management Framework (RMF), applying DISA STIGs, or working with other security requirements applicable to the lab environment.
• A current cybersecurity certification appropriate to the assigned DoD cyber work role, such as Security+ CE or CySA+.
• Familiarity with Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) principles.
• Experience with DevSecOps practices and tools, including Git.
• Exposure to avionics, tactical radios, Ethernet, MIL-STD-1553, ARINC 429, or other system interfaces.
• Experience with lab fabrication, wiring harnesses, or rapid prototyping equipment, including 3D printers.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, or a related technical field (additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of degree)

Overview

People First. Technology Always.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an employee-owned small business founded in Huntsville, AL that provides exceptional customer support by employing and retaining a highly skilled workforce.

Culture: The name "PeopleTec" was deliberately chosen to remind us of our core value system - our people. Our company's foundation was built on placing our employees and customers first. With an award-winning atmosphere, we have matured into a company that boasts the best and brightest across multiple technical fields.

Career: At PeopleTec, we value your long-term goals. Whether it's through our continuing-education opportunities, our robust training programs, or our "People First" benefits package, PeopleTec truly believes that our best investments are our people.

Come Experience It.

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EEO Statement

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E-Verify.