System Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners•Annapolis Junction, MD

About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners (CTP) is seeking an experienced System Engineer 2 to support complex system and network infrastructure in RF and SIGINT environments. The position combines hands-on Linux and Windows administration, network configuration and troubleshooting, RF collection systems, and end-to-end data flow with broader systems engineering responsibilities. The engineer contributes to system requirements, architecture, integration, testing, troubleshooting, and technical problem resolution across complex hardware and software environments, while coordinating with Government customers and multidisciplinary technical teams. The role supports system administration, network infrastructure, RF/SIGINT collection systems, system and network architecture, lifecycle integration and testing, technical documentation, requirements and interface management, and overall system integrity. The position requires U.S. citizenship, an active security clearance with an appropriate polygraph, and a DOD 8570 certification. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph; applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing. CTP is a Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business founded in 2007, providing technology and management consulting to corporations and federal agencies. The company describes its work as addressing complex and sensitive technology issues and emphasizes teamwork, critical missions, and employee benefits. The position offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical plans, company-paid vision and dental coverage, a 401(k) contribution, paid time off and leave, career-related learning support, insurance coverage, profit sharing, and referral bonuses.

Requirements

14 or more years of Systems Engineering experience supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in System Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related discipline; five additional years of Systems Engineering experience may substitute for the degree.
U.S. citizenship.
Active security clearance with appropriate polygraph.
DOD 8570 certification.
Applicants and employees are subject to random drug testing in accordance with Executive Order 12564.
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a security background investigation and polygraph.

Nice To Haves

Strong experience administering and troubleshooting Linux and Windows environments.
Experience with network configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting.
Experience supporting RF and SIGINT collection systems.
Familiarity with DRT, NiFi, ONEROOF, DARKQUEST, FORNSAT, and/or Tactical SIGINT technologies.
Experience supporting connectivity and end-to-end data flow across system and network infrastructure.
Experience with system and network architecture, requirements development, interfaces, integration, and design.
Experience with system integration, testing, verification, and technical troubleshooting.
Experience developing Systems Engineering Plans, requirements specifications, Interface Control Documents, architecture/design documentation, and test plans.

Responsibilities

Administer, configure, and troubleshoot Linux and Windows systems, including software installation, system maintenance, and operational support.
Configure, maintain, and troubleshoot network infrastructure and RF system networks to ensure reliable connectivity and end-to-end data flow.
Support RF/SIGINT collection systems, including environments utilizing DRT, NiFi, ONEROOF, DARKQUEST, FORNSAT, and Tactical SIGINT technologies.
Analyze operational needs and system requirements to develop system and network architectures, technical requirements, interfaces, and design solutions.
Lead and support system and network integration, testing, verification, and troubleshooting across complex hardware and software environments.
Develop and maintain Systems Engineering Plans, architecture and design documentation, requirements specifications, Interface Control Documents, and test plans.
Provide technical leadership and coordinate with Government customers, developers, network and system administrators, and engineering teams.
Support technical problem resolution, requirements and interface management, and overall system integrity throughout the lifecycle.

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 and short- and long-term disability coverage at no cost to the employee.
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.
Competitive pay.