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Advanced Information Systems Specialist
General Dynamics - Manassas, VA
posted about 1 month ago
About the position
The Advanced Information Systems Specialist at General Dynamics Mission Systems is responsible for supporting the standup and maintenance of development and test labs for programs that support U.S. Navy Submarines. This role requires a blend of technical and social skills, with a focus on assembling and maintaining computer equipment in both classified and unclassified environments. The position involves working with cutting-edge tools and technologies, ensuring the successful execution of engineering tasks while maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
Responsibilities
- Assemble test racks with components, servers, switches, KVMs, etc.
- Cable interconnections within the test rack and external connections to the lab in an organized fashion.
- Build servers with COTS and GOTS software, configure switches, etc.
- Control equipment/property movement and tracking (both government and company).
- Support new lab planning (layout, power, cooling, etc.) and work with facilities to ensure all needs are met.
- Support Bill of Material generation and lab hardware ordering including lead time tracking.
- Support engineering if/when a hardware issue/failure is identified and work with the vendor/supplier to repair/replace/RMA failed equipment.
- Conduct Informal and Formal Tests as required to validate all planned testable requirements.
- Communicate project/program issues to management, as necessary.
- Install and checkout software as well as provide test and troubleshooting support at other testing site locations.
- Analyze current requirements documentation to develop methods and descriptions for validating requirements through test and other means.
- Assist in the development of new test engineering documentation such as test planning documents, test procedures and test reports.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in a specialized area; or equivalent is required plus a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus a minimum of 3 years of relevant experience.
- Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
- Ability to assemble and test computer equipment is required.
- High level of knowledge of Microsoft Office: Microsoft Visio, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
- Understanding of networking, protocols, e.g. UDP, TCP/IP, ICMP, encryption, etc.
- Demonstrable evidence of an analytical approach to problem solving is a must.
- Good written and verbal communication skills.
- Basic Linux command-line knowledge.
Nice-to-haves
- Ability to read C, C++, and Java source code helpful but not required.
- Degree or work experience in cybersecurity is a benefit.
Benefits
- 401(k) matching
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid parental leave
