Systems Engineer Level 1

Markon is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer Level 1 to support the design, integration, testing, and deployment of data center solutions for satellite collection systems supporting the Fort Meade Customer. This role works across hardware, software, networking, and RF components, including GOTS, COTS, and LOOPERS and/or TURNWEALTHY solutions. The position supports mission-critical communications and signal processing systems throughout the engineering lifecycle.

• Design, integrate, test, and deploy data center solutions supporting satellite collection systems.

• Support end-to-end systems engineering across hardware, software, networking, and RF components.

• Integrate GOTS, COTS, and LOOPERS and/or TURNWEALTHY solutions into mission systems.

• Conduct requirements analysis, system architecture development, verification, and validation.

• Support RF communications and signal processing system development and integration.

• Perform integration testing, troubleshooting, and performance evaluations to ensure system reliability.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation, test plans, interface control documents, and configuration records.

• Collaborate with engineering teams, vendors, and government stakeholders to resolve technical issues and support system sustainment.

• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph through this customer is required.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field required.
• 7+ years of relevant systems engineering experience required.

• Experience supporting the design, integration, testing, and deployment of complex systems.

• Experience working across hardware, software, networking, and RF components.

• Knowledge of RF communications and signal processing systems.

• Experience with GOTS, COTS, and mission-specific hardware and software integration.

• Experience with systems engineering lifecycle processes, including requirements analysis, architecture development, verification, and validation.

• Strong troubleshooting, technical documentation, and collaboration skills.

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Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.