Systems Engineer 2

Columbia Technology Partners

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About The Position

Columbia Technology Partners is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer with strong radio frequency (RF) expertise to support the deployment, integration, and sustainment of mission-critical RF communication systems. The successful candidate will apply systems engineering principles to both Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) and mission-tailored RF solutions, contributing to system architecture, modernization initiatives, and lifecycle engineering activities across a diverse communications portfolio.

Requirements

• Minimum of fourteen (14) years of experience as a Systems Engineer supporting programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Demonstrated experience deploying, installing, integrating, and sustaining RF systems, including HF, VHF, and UHF platforms, with familiarity in GOTS-based solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline from an accredited institution.
• Five (5) additional years of relevant Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants. CTP is an equal opportunity employer and abides by applicable employment laws and regulations. All 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.
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
• DOD 8570 Certification

Responsibilities

• Deploy, integrate, and sustain GOTS-based and mission-specific RF communication systems, including HF, VHF, and UHF platforms and associated RF/FORNSAT hardware and software.
• Provide end-to-end lifecycle systems engineering support, including requirements analysis, system design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
• Architect, configure, and optimize RF and GOTS-based solutions to meet mission, operational, and security requirements.
• Administer and maintain Linux and Windows Server environments, ensuring performance, availability, and compliance with security standards.
• Deliver virtualization support across cloud-based and on-premises infrastructures.
• Troubleshoot complex system issues and support modernization efforts to improve reliability, interoperability, and mission effectiveness.
• Collaborate with customer stakeholders and cross-functional teams to provide technical leadership, security best practices, and operational excellence.

Benefits

• Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options.
• Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP.
• Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
• PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided.
• Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition.
• Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you.
• Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line.
• Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team.

What This Job Offers

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