Software/Systems Integration Engineer

About the role

The Systems Engineer will support the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operations Center (ROC) program. This role is ideal for mid-career engineers who want to apply their technical skills in a fast-paced, operationally focused SOCOM environment.

Responsibilities

• Integrate, test, and sustain DoD IT systems supporting AFSOC RPA ROC operations
• Deploy and maintain VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, Horizon, vSAN, App Volumes)
• Support and troubleshoot VDI environments across multiple sites
• Aid administrators with Windows Server, Windows workstation, and Red Hat Linux configuration
• Integrate new software capabilities into existing data center architectures
• Support deployment of new hardware, software, and network capabilities
• Support troubleshooting system issues to restore baseline performance
• Work directly with AFSOC/SOCOM customers to refine requirements and support operational needs
• Participate in technical trade studies and provide recommendations for performance, lifecycle, and modernization
• Conduct requirements, functional, and interface analysis
• Develop and execute test plans to validate system functionality
• Produce clear technical documentation, diagrams, O&M guides, and training materials
• Train customer personnel and mentor junior engineers
• Support ISSOs with RMF/ATO documentation, SSPs, POA&Ms, and cybersecurity artifacts
• Ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity policies and STIG requirements

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Security+ CE (IAT Level II)
• Bachelor's of Science Degree with 4–8 years of experience (or a Master's of Science Degree with 2–6 years), Additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Hands-on experience with VMware (ESXi, vCenter, Horizon, vSAN, App Volumes)
• Experience supporting VDI environments
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Windows workstation, and Red Hat Linux
• Experience applying STIGs and supporting RMF/ATO documentation
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within distributed teams
• Willingness to support after-hours mission needs
• Up to 25% travel

Qualifications

• Experience supporting AFSOC, SOCOM, or special operations programs
• Familiarity with RPA systems, C2 infrastructure, or operations centers
• Knowledge of MECM, Trellix, certificate authorities
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, or containerization
• P2V migration experience
• VMware certification (VCP)
• Vendor coordination experience
• ISSO or cybersecurity background
• AI/ML familiarity
• Knowledge of NIST 800-53, ICD 503, DISA STIGs
• CASP+ or advanced certifications

Skills

• Hands-on experience with VMware technologies
• Experience supporting VDI environments
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Windows workstation, and Red Hat Linux
• Experience applying STIGs and supporting RMF/ATO documentation
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within distributed teams
• Willingness to support after-hours mission needs
• Up to 25% travel

Benefits

• Competitive compensation
• Health and wellness programs
• Income protection
• Paid leave
• Roth IRA matching
• Retirement

Pay

Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

Schedule

Full-time