Senior Systems Engineer – Software Infrastructure and Integration

General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc • National City, CA

16h • Onsite

About The Position

As a systems engineer for LCS Sustainment and Modernization, you’ll take the lead engineer responsibilities on all deployed support requirements and work with a cross functional team responsible for all deployed activities supporting the LCS program.
We encourage you to apply if you have any of these preferred skills or experiences:
Responsibilities for this Position:
Understanding of Microsoft Windows Desktop (Windows 7, 10 and 11) and Server (2008, 2016 and 2022) technologies including experience with traditional software delivery and application installation processes and configurations
Understanding of Linux server technologies including experience with traditional software delivery and application installation processes and configurations
Understanding of Virtualization (VMWare) technologies
Experience integrating software on a common operating system
Experience supporting deployed U.S. Navy vessels as the main point of contact for all TSCE issues.
Analyze and troubleshoot electronics and associated interfaces to ensure proper functionality and system integrity
At General Dynamics Mission Systems, you'll be part of a team that is at the forefront of delivering advanced defense solutions. In this role, you can expect to:
Engage in hands-on work designing, testing, and maintaining technical equipment and mission-critical shipboard systems
Collaborate across departments to solve complex technical challenges and improve integration processes
Conduct tests, analyze data, and report findings that directly support engineering projects and customer deliverables
Build and calibrate tools, fixtures, and equipment to enhance quality, safety, and operational efficiency
Contribute new ideas and innovative procedures that improve products and drive customer satisfaction

Requirements

• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering, Technology or Mathematics field.
• 5+ years of job-related experience, or a Master's degree plus 3 years of job-related experience.
• Department of Defense Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.
• Bachelor’s degree with at least 5 years of relevant technical work in an engineering or systems integration environment
• Proficiency with a wide range of tools, test equipment, and software applications including Microsoft Office
• Demonstrated ability to solder, fabricate hardware, and produce clear and accurate technical documentation
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills, with a solid grasp of technical theory across electrical and related disciplines
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in fast-paced team environments
• Familiarity with shipyard environments, conditions, and safety requirements

Nice To Haves

• Agile experience preferred.
• Other applicable certifications (e.g. Windows/Linux Certifications, CompTIA Security+, Network+, CCNA, MCSA, MCSE, Linux+)
• Experience with Scanning/Vulnerability Management tools (VMS, ACAS, Nessus)
• Experience with Data Protection Software such as Veritas
• Ability to perform network troubleshooting (Certificates, 802.1x, multicast, TCP/IP etc)
• Experience with scripting and automation technologies, specifically PowerShell and BASH
• Experience with security software such as McAfee’s Host Based Security System
• Operating system certifications (Windows Server, RedHat Linux)
• Security + certification, or ability to obtain Security + certification
• Linux system administration experience
• Experience with systems administration software such as Splunk and Landesk
• Experience with implementing basic Windows mail servers.
• Knowledge of Exchange 2010 & 2016 & 2019.
• Troubleshooting skills with Active Directory Replication
• Storage Area Network (SAN) administration
• Data Backup Systems Administrator
• Experience configuring SNMP on Windows servers
• Experience supporting end-users
• Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills

Responsibilities

• Understanding of Microsoft Windows Desktop (Windows 7, 10 and 11) and Server (2008, 2016 and 2022) technologies including experience with traditional software delivery and application installation processes and configurations
• Understanding of Linux server technologies including experience with traditional software delivery and application installation processes and configurations
• Understanding of Virtualization (VMWare) technologies
• Experience integrating software on a common operating system
• Experience supporting deployed U.S. Navy vessels as the main point of contact for all TSCE issues.
• Analyze and troubleshoot electronics and associated interfaces to ensure proper functionality and system integrity
• Engage in hands-on work designing, testing, and maintaining technical equipment and mission-critical shipboard systems
• Collaborate across departments to solve complex technical challenges and improve integration processes
• Conduct tests, analyze data, and report findings that directly support engineering projects and customer deliverables
• Build and calibrate tools, fixtures, and equipment to enhance quality, safety, and operational efficiency
• Contribute new ideas and innovative procedures that improve products and drive customer satisfaction

Benefits

• An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
• Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
• Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
• Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees