Associate Systems Engineer

Innovative Defense Technologies

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San Diego, CA (On-Site/Office)

Description

Background information:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), provider of cutting-edge cloud-based integration, automated testing and data analysis for complex, mission-critical systems in the US Department of Defense (DOD), is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer to be based in our San Diego, CA office. Leveraging advanced software automation, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and AI-driven capabilities, IDT accelerates capability development, enhances operational readiness, and reduces lifecycle costs for the Department of Defense. The company is dedicated to transforming defense systems through innovation, efficiency, and mission-critical results.

Overview:

IDT is seeking an Associate Systems Engineer, to join the Information Systems team, that will deploy and maintain Linux and Windows based computing systems intended to support virtualized testing of Naval tactical systems. This job will require travel (up to 25%) to customer sites around the United States and, on occasion, internationally. Responsibilities will include Infrastructure configuration, maintenance, and Naval tactical applications troubleshooting and support. When not traveling to customer sites, duties will include creating documentation for processes, procedures, or providing remote support to internal engineers or customers.

All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active U.S. Security Clearance.

Responsibilities Include:
  • Travel to customer sites to deploy, maintain, troubleshoot on-prem virtual compute infrastructure in a classified environment. Travel can be more than 25% at times.
  • Interact with technical members from multiple organizations in a team environment
  • Support land-based and "underway" test events around the U.S.
  • Developing design documentation that can be referenced by the customer
  • Support various Business Area teams at IDT and customer sites
  • Provide end user training
  • Test and deploy combat systems on virtual systems
  • Develop solutions and processes to better support the customer and make teams more efficient.


Minimum Required Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, or relevant field of Engineering
  • 2+ years of experience in a relevant technology field or high level of interest and conceptual knowledge of relevant technologies .


Required skills:
  • Experience with Operating Systems (Microsoft Windows, Linux (multiple distros) configuration and administration
  • Experience with Virtualization Infrastructure with VMware or similar virtualization tools
  • Experience with networking protocols and concepts- TCP/IP, DNS, switching, routing, VLANs, firewalls
  • Understanding or conceptual knowledge of container technologies such as Docker
  • Able to shift from one project to another in an agile work environment.
  • Ability to travel to customer sites, at land or at sea, for deployments and event support


Preferred skills:
  • Some experience with automation scripts, tools, and environments (ex. Python, Jenkins)
  • Some experience with automation tools such as Jenkins, Ansible, Terraform
  • Understanding of protocols (802.11, TCP, UDP, ICMP)
  • Experience with STIG
  • Experience with various Naval systems


Competencies:
  • Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices
  • Willingness to learn in a fast-paced environment and quickly adapt to a dynamic landscape
  • Oral and written communication with peers and non-technical cohorts
  • Be capable of working independently, but thrive in a team environment


Pay Range* : $74,000 - $116,000 or $90,000 - $150,000

*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162 , IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 1162. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

EEO Statement:

IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
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