Apex Systems is immediately seeking a Systems Integration Lead to join our client's team, supporting a high-impact government contract. In this LTC, hybrid position, you will have the opportunity to lead innovative integration projects that enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of critical government functions.
** If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about this, please send an up-to-date resume to Peyton Sweren at psweren@apexsystems.com **
Location: Hybrid 2-3x onsite in Aberdeen, MD
Clearance Type: Active SECRET Clearance Required
Duration: Long Term Contract
Travel: 15%-20%. Please see travel details below for more information.
Compensation: Hourly rate on W2 ranging from $60-$65/hr - Based on relevant years of experience and education (LCAT requirements)
Overview of Systems Engineer Responsibilities:
Support systems, products, and technologies within the PM portfolio.
Assist in the design, development, and acquisition of reliable tactical network systems for critical missions.
Handle integration, configuration, operation, and maintenance of the network.
Troubleshoot and resolve interoperability issues across platforms.
Major Duties:
Implement systems engineering processes and best practices.
Provide expertise in development, testing, evaluation, training, and configuration management for acquisition programs.
Support transport and networking architecture for current and future tactical networks.
Conduct design reviews and technical evaluations of network performance and architectures, including risk assessments and integration strategies.
Assist with Capability Set (CS) and Integrated Tactical Network (ITN) activities.
Evaluate and integrate new technologies to modernize communications.
Collaborate with organizations such as PEO C3T, other PMs, PdMs, ACM, and Army stakeholders on interoperability.
Review and translate acquisition documentation to develop standards-based, cost-efficient technical solutions.
Assess Government performance work statements and contractor proposals for technical accuracy.
Qualifications:
Experience in network engineering, including LAN/VLAN design, routing protocols, multicast, and IPv4/IPv6 addressing.
Proficiency in network protocol analysis tools (e.g., Sniffer, Wireshark).
Experience with VMware and commercial communications equipment.
Knowledge of transport and network architectures, end-to-end network design, and performance.
Understanding of voice/data transmission, backbone networks, RF engineering, and tactical communications systems.
TRAVEL:
The duties of this position require periodical travel, estimated up to 15-20%. All expenses are billable.
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