Systems Engineer 3

Columbia Technology Partners

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About The Position

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the full lifecycle design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of packet-based hardware and software systems. This role focuses on integrating Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) solutions across hardware, software, and network environments to ensure interoperability, operational performance, and mission success. The position provides technical leadership throughout system development and sustainment, driving reliable, scalable, and secure solutions.

Requirements

• Minimum of twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity.
• Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a 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.
• DOD 8570 Certification
• This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of packet-based hardware and software systems utilizing COTS and GOTS technologies.
• Drive end-to-end systems integration across hardware, software, and network components to ensure interoperability, scalability, and optimized performance.
• Develop and execute system integration plans, validation and verification activities, and deployment strategies to ensure operational readiness and compliance with requirements.
• Develop, maintain, and enhance BASH and PERL scripts to automate system provisioning, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of core servers and clustered computing environments.
• Implement automation and process improvements to improve system reliability, efficiency, and maintainability.
• Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting, system upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and lifecycle sustainment activities.
• Deliver training and technical guidance to administrators, operators, and engineering teams while ensuring adherence to security, configuration management, and operational standards.

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