System Engineer

Forward Slope, Inc.•San Diego, CA

2d•$120,000 - $148,673•Hybrid

About The Position

We are seeking a skilled System Engineer to join our team. This role involves full-time employment with the flexibility of remote or hybrid work arrangements. The System Engineer will be responsible for the entire lifecycle of systems and system-of-systems, from design and integration to testing and certification. This includes defining and allocating technical requirements, conducting data analysis to support decision-making, and developing comprehensive technical documentation. The position requires strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively. Experience with various operating systems, virtual environments, and specific defense programs is highly valued.

Requirements

Currently holds an active U.S. national security clearance or be able to receive and maintain one.
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Operations Research, Mathematics, Physics, Business Administration, or a related field.
Minimum of 5 -8 years of relevant systems engineering or technical integration experience.
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to quickly learn and apply technical concepts to assigned responsibilities.
Experience working with and analyzing data from multiple sources to support business or technical objectives.
Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
Must be a US Citizen.

Nice To Haves

Additional experience supporting Tactical Data Links (TDL), Command and Control (C2) systems, or defense programs is highly preferred.
Experience working with Tactical Data Links (TDL), Command and Control (C2) software, and High-Power Amplifier Groups.
Experience supporting or working with MIDS On-Ship (MOS) environments is highly desirable.
Experience as a systems administrator supporting various operating systems.
Experience with VMware and virtualized environments.
Experience handling or supporting COMSEC-related processes and equipment.
Experience supporting systems engineering, integration, testing, or certification activities in complex technical environments.
Experience supporting government, defense, or large-scale enterprise programs is a plus.
Experience with Command and Control Environmental Decision Support (C2EDS).
Experience with Common Operational Picture (COP) Sync Tool (CST).
Experience with Harbor and Coastal Surveillance (HCS).
Experience with Multi-Tactical Digital Information Link (TADIL) Capability Client (MTC).
Experience with Time Critical Object Manager (TCOM).
Experience with Water Space Management (WSM).
Experience with Interoperable C4I Services (ICS).
Experience with Tactical Communications Processor (TCP) / Command and Control Processor (C2P) Mode 4 or equivalent.
Experience with Human Machine Interface (HMI) Multiple Link Interface Unit (MLIU).
Experience with Informix.
Experience with Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA).
Experience with GPS technologies and integration.
Experience with Secure-Wide Area Network (S-WAN).
Experience with Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS)-On-Ship (MOS).
Experience with MIDS Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS).
Experience with Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Tactical Data Link (TDL) solutions.
Experience with Commercial Low Volume Terminals (CLVT).

Responsibilities

Conduct systems and system-of-systems architecture design, integration, implementation, testing, review, and certification activities.
Perform technical requirements definition and allocation across multiple systems and stakeholders.
Conduct data analysis, interpret findings, and summarize results to support operational and technical decision-making.
Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, reports, and supporting materials.
Analyze data from multiple disparate sources to identify trends, draw conclusions, and address business or operational challenges.
Support cross-functional teams in the execution of engineering and technical initiatives.
Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex technical problems.
Support administration, configuration, and troubleshooting activities across multiple operating systems and virtualized environments.
Perform all functional duties independently with minimal oversight while contributing effectively within a team environment.