The Role
Perform systems engineering for Naval tactical applications: IT infrastructure configuration management, hardware/software integration, testing (land and at-sea), documentation, standards enforcement, user training, and support cross-functional teams to meet government security and performance requirements.
Summary Generated by Built In
About The Role:
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT), a leading defense technology company, is seeking a Systems Engineer to be part of our Integrated Mission Systems (IMS) team and based out of our San Diego, CA location.
This Systems Engineer will work with a fast-paced team of mission-focused engineers to solve some of the Navy’s toughest challenges. Initiative, creativity, reliability, efficiency, and teamwork will be required to successfully deliver innovative solutions in this dynamic customer space. The Systems Engineer will provide IT infrastructure configuration management, hardware and software integration and maintenance, technical support and documentation for Naval tactical applications, develop and enforce standards and standard operating procedures for internal teams and external customers.
Clearance & Location Requirements:
- All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
- This is an on-site position. Requiring at least 4 days in office, based out of our San Diego, CA location.
Key Responsibilities
What You Will Do:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams of software, systems, integration, information, production and test engineers and subject matter experts to understand requirements, workflows, front-and-back end features and architecture.
- Adhere to government and industry security, reliability, and performance standards
- Organize test events for IDT software integrated with Navy combat systems in virtual environments. Support land-based and at-sea test events around the U.S and internationally.
- Develop design documentation that can be referenced by the customer and provide end user training.
- Develop solutions and processes to better support the customer and make teams more efficient. Participate in requirements, configuration, design, and performance reviews.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Who You Are (Required):
- Bachelor’s Degree in applicable discipline such as software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, or aeronautical engineering (or equivalent full-time experience).
- 3+ years' experience with one or more of the following:
- IT system production planning and workflow
- Network architecting, hardware optimization and planning
- Platform integration and support system integration
- STIG’s and system hardening process
- Networking concepts – TCP/IP, Switching, Routing, Firewalls, Subnetting.
- Virtualization Infrastructure, VMware and/or OpenShift Virtualization .
- Working multiple projects in an agile work environment.
- Ability to travel up to 10% of the time as needed
What Makes You Stand Out
- 2+ years' experience working with DoD and Naval systems
- 1+ year experience with one or more of the following software disciplines:
- Operating Systems (Windows and Linux) configuration and administration.
- Container technologies such as Docker and Podman,
- Linux RedHat (6.0-9.0)
- Cisco devices as well as Dell servers
- Kubernetes clusters, including node management, networking, storage, and workload orchestration.
- Scripting (ex. Python, Bash, Powershell)
- Automation tools such as Jenkins and Ansible.
- Networking protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, IP, HTTP)
- Desire to stay current with industry trends and best practices. Openness to new tools and concepts, showing initiative, innovation and creativity
- Problem-solving skills with the ability to navigate ambiguous situations Strong analytical abilities, sense of ownership, urgency and drive
If you see yourself reflected in this role and are excited about the impact you could make, we encourage you to apply! If you know someone who may be a great fit, please feel free to share this opportunity with your network.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162 and New Jersey Senate Bill 2310, 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 California Senate Bill 1162. Click here for additional information about New Jersey Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Pay Range*: $90,000 - $150,000 or $114,000 - $184,000
*Pursuant to California Senate Bill 1162 and New Jersey Senate Bill 2310, 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 California Senate Bill 1162. Click here for additional information about New Jersey Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.
Job Benefits
Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):
IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:
IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled, and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:
- Generous benefits package
- Competitive PTO
- Paid holidays
- 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
- 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
- Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
- Professional Development Resources
- Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
- Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards
- Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches
EEO Statement:
IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.
About
Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance
- On-site work at San Diego, CA with at least 4 days in office per week
- Bachelor's degree in software engineering, computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, data science, cyber security, mathematics, aeronautical engineering, or equivalent experience
- 3+ years experience with IT system production planning and workflow
- 3+ years experience with network architecting, hardware optimization and planning
- 3+ years experience with platform integration and support/system integration
- 3+ years experience with STIGs and system hardening processes
- 3+ years experience with networking concepts (TCP/IP, switching, routing, firewalls, subnetting)
- 3+ years experience with Virtualization Infrastructure (VMware and/or OpenShift Virtualization)
- Ability to travel up to 10% as needed
- 2+ years experience working with DoD and Naval systems
- 1+ year experience with operating systems configuration and administration (Windows and Linux)
- Experience with container technologies such as Docker and Podman
- Experience with Linux Red Hat (6.0-9.0)
- Experience with Cisco networking devices and Dell servers
- Experience managing Kubernetes clusters (node management, networking, storage, orchestration)
- Scripting experience (Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Experience with automation tools such as Jenkins and Ansible
- Familiarity with networking protocols (TCP, UDP, ICMP, ARP, IP, HTTP)
- Strong problem-solving skills, initiative, and ability to work in ambiguous situations
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The Company
What We Do
WHO WE ARE Innovative Defense Technologies -IDT- provides automated software testing, data analysis, and cybersecurity solutions for the DOD's mission-critical systems. Using patented Automated Test and ReTest (ATRT) technology, we support the entire software testing lifecycle from component testing, to system integration and testing, to the analysis of results. Our automated test and analysis solutions enable the rapid update and delivery of large, complex systems. Our technologies offer: -Rapid system configuration assessment and validation -Repeatable, consistent testing, analysis and reporting -On-demand regression tests in response to cyber threats -Statistical rigor in test and analysis -Reduced time and manpower At IDT, we work closely with our customers to tailor our products to support their systems and meet their goals. IDT has the expertise, strategies and processes in place to provide an automated solution for your next project. Let us help you dramatically accelerate test execution time, expand test coverage and improve software quality. OUR MISSION Our mission is to enable new software capabilities to be fielded faster and more affordably by reducing the amount of time and the cost spent on software testing. Through the use of our software testing technology, IDT is changing the way testing is being done for large, complex, software systems.
