Software Development, IT Consulting

Systems Engineer 4 - Linux/Ansible/NiFi/Kubernetes

Annapolis Junction, MDOnsiteFull Time$130,000–$270,000 /yrPosted 1 month ago

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Required skills

Top Secret/SCI
Polygraph
U.S. citizen
Linux
NSYS troubleshooting
Automated testing
Scripting
Collection system
Tiered mission support
Ansible scripts

Nice to have

FORNSAT
collection environment
Ansible
RF installation/modem
NiFi
Kubernetes

Role summary

Captivation Software is seeking a mid-level Systems Engineer with 10 years of experience to assist with daily responsibilities. The role involves developing designs for hardware installations, preparing project documentation, evaluating vendors, and analyzing specifications. Key requirements include advanced Linux, scripting, automated testing, collection systems knowledge, and experience with Ansible and containers. Desired skills include NiFi and Kubernetes. A Top Secret/SCI clearance with Polygraph is mandatory, requiring U.S. citizenship. The position offers a competitive salary range of $130,000 - $270,000 annually, depending on experience, along with comprehensive benefits.

Build to something to be proud of.

Captivation has built a reputation on providing customers exactly what is needed in a timely manner. Our team of engineers take pride in what they develop and constantly innovate to provide the best solution. Captivation is looking for software developers who can get stuff done while making a difference in support of the mission to protect our country.

Description

Captivation Software is looking for a mid level systems engineer who will assist with daily responsibilities.

Responsibilities

Develop designs for the installation of components and assemblies into chassis, racks, cabinets, workstations, customer facilities, and/or shelters

Plan, direct, review, and coordinate the preparation of project documentation to ensure customer contract and company requirements are met

Prepare specifications, evaluate vendors, and analyze test reports

Prepare functional requirements and specification for hardware acquisitions

Analyze hardware specifications and system/subsystem requirements to conceive and document a practical design for hardware components that satisfies user's requirements

Develop hardware installation schedules based upon set-up, integration, and test timelines

Conduct site surveys, assessing and documenting current site network configuration and site-unique requirements

Requirements

Security Clearance:

Must currently hold a Top Secret/SCI U.S. Government security clearance with a favorable Polygraph, therefore all candidates must be a U.S. citizen

Minimum Qualifications:

A Bachelor’s degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or a related discipline from an accredited college or university

Ten (10) years of systems engineering experience.

Required Skills:

Advanced Linux experience; NSYS level troubleshooting experience

Automated testing experience

Scripting experience or at least the ability to walk through scripts for troubleshooting purposes

Collection system knowledge/experience

Tiered mission support experience

Experience creating Ansible scripts

Experience with containers

Desired Skills:

FORNSAT knowledge, experience within the collection environment

Ansible experience

TLS/server certificate installation/management/troubleshooting

RF installation/modem experience

NiFi knowledge and experience in operational support and administrative tasks

Experience with Kubernetes

This position is open for direct hires only. We will not consider candidates from third party staffing/recruiting firms.

Benefits

Annual Salary: $130,000 - $270,000 (Depends on the Years of Experience)

Up to 20% 401k contribution (No Matching Required and Vested from Day 1)

Above Market Hourly Rates

$3,600 HSA Contribution

6 Weeks Paid Time Off

Company Paid Employee Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance/Life Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability/AD&D

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