SIGINT Systems Engineer 2
Job Location:
Howard County, MD - USA
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Job Summary
Description:
Columbia Technology Partners is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer to design operate and sustain mission-critical RF and SIGINT collection environments. This position focuses on engineering complex distributed systems that support data ingest transport and processing across hybrid Linux and Windows infrastructures. The engineer will support advanced collection ecosystems built on platforms such as DRT NiFi ONEROOF DARKQUEST and FORNSAT throughout the full system lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate and maintain Linux- and Windows-based systems supporting RF and SIGINT missions including environment configuration software deployment and network troubleshooting
- Translate operational needs CONOPS and architectural designs into actionable system requirements and technical specifications
- Architect and integrate end-to-end solutions across hardware software and networking elements using DoDAF-aligned and service-oriented design principles
- Author and manage systems engineering artifacts including system plans interface control documentation and requirements traceability matrices
- Execute and support integration test verification and validation efforts for complex collection platforms and associated data pipelines
- Serve as a senior technical contributor providing guidance during design reviews configuration control boards and program-level technical discussions
- Collaborate directly with Government customers to resolve technical challenges manage system risk assess performance and support accreditation and lifecycle sustainment
Qualifications:
- Fourteen (14) years of demonstrated experience performing systems engineering on programs of comparable scope complexity and mission impact
- Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering Computer Science Information Systems Engineering Management or a related technical field from an accredited institution
- An additional five (5) years of relevant Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a bachelors degree
Requirements:
- 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.
- Certification Requirements:
- DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph.
About us:
Founded in 2007 Columbia Technology Partners is Woman-Owned Service-Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business with a specialization in technology and management consulting committed to solving intricate and sensitive technology issues facing corporations and federal agencies. Since its inception CTP has been instrumental in the technical design engineering development operational deployment and support of key systems. With a proven track record in information security project management systems/network engineering security risk management vulnerability assessments and mobile security implementation; our employees have the experience expertise and innovative thinking our customers need for results that exceed expectations. CTP staff have worked closely with both government engineers and management to gather mission requirements develop the architecture to deliver the needed functionality and assess tools available to meet or exceed the needs of the mission.
At Columbia Technology Partners (CTP) we are united in being the best that we can be as individuals but our core belief is that we can be better together. Together we will take on each mission with an execution process that authentically represents who we are. Our success relies on our team values the foundation we built around them and the Partners we become along the way.
Thats why our pay is competitive our missions are critical and our benefits
represent what matters most to CTP: Our People.
Salary Range Transparency
At Columbia Technology Partners we are committed to transparency and fairness in our compensation practices. We believe in creating a work environment where employees feel valued empowered and rewarded for their contributions.
How We Determine Salary Ranges
Our salary ranges are based on the following key factors:
- Job Role and Responsibilities: The specific duties and responsibilities associated with each role form the foundation of our compensation structure.
- Market Research and Industry Benchmarks: We conduct regular analysis of market trends and salaries across our industry using reliable compensation data to ensure we stay competitive.
- Experience and Qualifications: An individuals experience education certifications and specialized skills all contribute to determining their position within a salary range.
- Location: Salary ranges may be adjusted based on geographic cost of living in accordance with local and national standards.
- Company Performance: Our compensation practices also take into account overall company performance and financial health ensuring that we maintain sustainability while rewarding our team.
Really good benefits for really GREAT people:
From our CTP Family to yours we know how important these decisions are. Your benefits are about you not us. Tell us what you need in order to see a future at CTP; lets get where youre going together.
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 $10000 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 $7000-$20000 if your referral joins the team.
Columbia Technology Partners is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider applicants without regard to race color religion age national origin ancestry ethnicity gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status veteran status disability genetic information citizenship status or membership in any other group protected by federal state or local law. Our EEO policy reflects our commitment to ensure equality and promote diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Our policy applies to all employees job candidates contractors stakeholders partners and visitors.
CTP was voted one of the top 25 best places to work in Baltimore by Baltimore Magazine!
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Columbia Technology Partners delivers secure, scalable IT and cybersecurity solutions for federal and enterprise clients with mission-critical needs.
