Senior Systems Integrator

Sherpa 6•Spring Lake, NC

11h•Onsite

About The Position

Sherpa 6, Inc has an exciting opportunity for a Systems Integrator in support of an Army Trail Boss Team. A Systems Integrator on an Army Trail Boss Team plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between technology development and the warfighter. Operating at the intersection of technical expertise and operational understanding, they ensure that complex systems are not only integrated seamlessly but are also effective and user-friendly for soldiers in the field. The primary purpose of a Systems Integrator on a Trail Boss Team is to provide the technical leadership and oversight necessary for the successful integration, evaluation, and fielding of new and upgraded military systems. This is especially crucial in the context of the Army's Network Integration Evaluations (NIEs), where numerous systems are assessed simultaneously.

Requirements

Active Secret security clearance
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field or equivalent applicable experience
Minimum of 5 years of experience in systems integration, network operations, or technical support roles
Strong experience with network architectures, hardware configurations, and system design
Experience administering Linux and server-based systems
Familiarity with TAK and Mission Command systems and Army/SOF fielding environments
Knowledge of network encryption, VPNs, DNS, firewalls, ports, and protocols
Experience with Active Directory, Open LDAP, PKI, certificate authorities, and identity management
Proficiency with Microsoft desktop and server operating systems, including Azure environments
Ability to deploy, troubleshoot, and analyze logs across complex systems
Strong problem-solving, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Proficiency with MS Office tools and technical documentation
Familiarity with Government RDT&E, acquisition, and procurement processes
Military experience or knowledge of standard tactics, techniques, and procedures preferred

Nice To Haves

Tactical communications and radio experience (PRC-148C, PRC-163C, MPU-5, PRC-169, 117G/152A, etc.)
Ability to configure routers, switches, and bridge disparate networks
Experience with Docker, Ansible, and containerized services
Experience with Postgres database management and CLI-based queries
Knowledge of tactical and commercial satellite systems
Knowledge of commercial and tactical cellular technologies
Experience with certificate lifecycle management
Familiarity with audio/video and networking industry standards
Flexible, adaptable, and comfortable working in dynamic operational environments

Responsibilities

Acting as the primary technical point of contact between the soldiers of the evaluating unit and the various government and industry organizations providing the systems. This involves translating complex engineering and acquisition terminology into clear, operational language for the soldiers.
Ensuring that individual systems, which may come from different developers, can communicate and operate together effectively as a cohesive "system of systems." This involves understanding and managing the intricate web of hardware and software interfaces.
Identifying and resolving issues that arise during the integration and testing of new equipment. This requires a deep understanding of the systems' technical specifications and operational employment.
Providing subject matter expertise to soldiers on the proper operation, employment, and maintenance of the systems under evaluation. This can involve developing and delivering training programs.
Working to ensure that the systems being developed and tested meet the operational needs of the warfighter. This may involve analyzing and decomposing high-level requirements into more detailed specifications.