Jr. Systems Engineer

Abacus Technology is seeking a Systems Engineer to provide technical communications design support for the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC) at Arnold AFB. This is a full-time position.

Support systems engineering efforts for communications/IT and related specialties (e.g., Instrumentation, Data, and Controls, Control Systems, Network Engineering, Inside/Outside Plant, etc.).
• Provide engineering reviews and suggest solutions for the analysis, design, integration, installation, testing, and life-cycle support of new and upgraded systems associated with delivery of infrastructure capabilities.
• Perform requirements analyses and conceptual designs.
• Survey, evaluate, and provide technical advice concerning all existing infrastructures, communications, and environmental aspects of the site.
• Provide an implementation plan reflecting the strategy, schedule, and recommendations (i.e., site architecture, topology, and configuration) for the implementation with considerations of on-site failover and continuity of operations.
• Work with the senior engineer to design, develop, install, document, and test custom solutions and their infrastructures.
• Provide network management and technical support in the area of communications engineering with an emphasis on distribution systems for complex and critical communications projects.
• Implement, test, integrate, and support requirements for AF IT infrastructure to meet mission requirements and regulatory constraints, within a required time frame designated by the Government.
• Provide technical and management support for future efforts to transition the base from the existing LAN/MAN to newer technologies.
• Investigate and analyze innovative and emerging technologies that in the most economic and efficient manner improve not only IT system performance and support, but also mission performance.
• Constantly evaluate the existing and planned information technology environment, assess areas for improvement, make recommendations and implement directed changes.
• Work with the senior engineer and management team to support IT strategic planning in conjunction with the government.

3+ years experience in systems engineering and integration. Bachelor's degree in a related field. Must hold or be able to obtain a Security+ CE certification. Must hold or be able to obtain a Microsoft certification. Thorough understanding of application software, operating systems, networks, storage platforms, and how they relate to system architecture. Experience working on each stage of the system development life cycle from initiation through deployment/sustainment. Experience with ITIL and IT best practices. Familiar with process modeling and workflow diagrams. Able to elicit and interpret requirements and work with the senior engineer to translate into technical specifications/system design following best practices and design patterns. Able to communicate with management, technical staff, and end users in a clear and professional manner. Experience with engineering practices, techniques, and standards. Excellent oral and written communication skills with the ability to develop and present technical presentations. Able to represent complex data in diagrams or through other techniques that communicate precise information to both business and technical staff. Must be a US citizen and able to obtain a Secret clearance.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled