RF Systems Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners • Annapolis Junction, MD

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About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking an experienced RF Systems Engineer 2 to support advanced RF and SIGINT systems. The position focuses on system administration, integration, and end-to-end systems engineering for complex collection platforms operating across Linux and Windows environments. The engineer will work across hardware and software components and distributed systems that include DRT, NiFi, ONEROOF, DARKQUEST, and FORNSAT technologies.

The role involves supporting the systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements development and system design through integration, testing, verification, validation, and lifecycle sustainment. The engineer will coordinate with technical teams and Government stakeholders on system performance, technical issues, risk, and C&A support.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, hold an active security clearance with an appropriate polygraph, and meet the DOD 8570 certification requirement. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph. Employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

Requirements

• 14+ years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline from an accredited college or university; five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Active security clearance with appropriate polygraph is required.
• DOD 8570 certification is required.
• Successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph is required.
• Applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting RF and SIGINT systems and complex collection platforms.
• Experience administering and troubleshooting Linux and Windows environments.
• Knowledge of networking and data flow across distributed systems.
• Experience with DRT, NiFi, ONEROOF, DARKQUEST, and/or FORNSAT technologies.
• Experience with system integration, testing, verification, and validation.
• Familiarity with DoDAF and SOA frameworks.
• Experience developing and maintaining SEPs, ICDs, requirements specifications, and requirements traceability.
• Experience participating in design reviews, CCBs, and program reviews.
• Experience supporting C&A activities and system lifecycle sustainment.

Responsibilities

• Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux and Windows systems supporting RF and collection platforms, including software installation and network configuration.
• Analyze CONOPS, system architectures, and user requirements to develop and manage system requirements and specifications.
• Lead system design, integration, and development across hardware and software components in alignment with DoDAF and SOA frameworks.
• Develop and maintain systems engineering documentation, including Systems Engineering Plans (SEPs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), and requirements specifications.
• Maintain requirements traceability and support compliance throughout the systems engineering lifecycle.
• Support system integration, testing, verification, and validation activities across environments leveraging DRT, NiFi, ONEROOF, DARKQUEST, and FORNSAT.
• Provide technical leadership and cross-functional coordination through design reviews, Configuration Control Boards (CCBs), and program reviews.
• Work with Government stakeholders to address technical issues, risks, system performance, and lifecycle sustainment, including C&A support.

Benefits

• Three medical plans with in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision and dental coverage paid in full by CTP.
• 401(k) with a 6% company contribution.
• Paid time off and customizable leave plans.
• Jury duty, bereavement, and military leave.
• Up to $10,000 for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D insurance, plus short-term and long-term disability coverage at no cost to employees.
• End-of-year profit-sharing bonus.
• Tiered referral bonus program, with bonuses ranging from $7,000 to $20,000 if the referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior