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# Systems Engineer/SME

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Gaithersburg, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $125,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C (Programming Language), Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Border Gateway Protocol, Bioinformatics, C++ (Programming Language), Cisco IOS, Configuration Management, Computer Networks, Data Transmissions, Programming Tools, Hot Standby Router Protocol, Multi-protocol Systems, Junos, Python (Programming Language), Knowledge Management, Local Area Networks, Network Layer, MATLAB, Mathematica, Microsoft Visio, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Open Systems Interconnection (OSI), Signal Processing, Simulink, TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), Virtual Local Area Networks, Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols, Wide Area Networks, Enterprise Software Applications, High Performance Computing, Computer Network Technologies, Juniper, Servicenow
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/va/chantilly/ccb9cf57-fe10-4174-92e5-8a46eb7108b7

## About the Role

Antenna
Simulink
Equities
Management
Simulations
Market Data
Communication
Radio Frequency
Ancient History
Customer Service
Wave Propagation
Programming Tools
Signal Processing
Security Clearance
Systems Engineering
Wolfram Mathematica
C (Programming Language)
C++ (Programming Language)
High Performance Computing
Java (Programming Language)
Python (Programming Language), Required:

 * Master of Science degree with 15 to 20 years of prior relevant experience - additional experience will be considered in lieu of degree
 * At least four (4) or more years of recent engineering experience in the following areas: RF communication, signal processing, radar, modeling and simulation, or similar fields
 * In-depth knowledge of antenna design principals, array technology, and radio-wave propagation methods and systems
 * Demonstrated knowledge as a subject matter expert of engineering principles and practices
 * Active TS/SCI security clearance is required to be considered for this position. An active TS/SCI with polygraph is highly desired
 * Experience working independently or as a member of a multidisciplinary design and development team that may include engineers and technicians
 * Significant verbal and written communication skills necessary to effectively collaborate in a team environment; present and explain technical information to colleagues, management or sponsors

Desired:

 * Experience running simulations on high-performance computing (HPC), graphics processor units (GPU), or other advanced processing platforms
 * Subject matter expert knowledge of advanced system concepts related to aerospace and/or spacecraft
 * Proficient using modeling, design or development tools (e.g. MATLAB, Mathematica, Simulink, or languages such as C/C++, Java, Python, etc.), Ancient History
Asset Management
Operating Systems
Computer Networks
Wide Area Networks
Category 5 Cabling
Data Transmissions
Incident Management
Local Area Networks
Design Specifications
Information Assurance
Valid Driver's License
Border Gateway Protocol
Communications Security
Configuration Management
Hot Standby Router Protocol
Juniper Network Technologies
Open Systems Interconnection
Brocade Network Technologies
Multiprotocol Label Switching
Open Shortest Path First (OSPF)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
Virtual Local Area Network (VLAN)
Virtual Router Redundancy Protocols
Transmission Control Protocol (TCP)

## Description

As a Systems Engineer, you will work as an integral member of a government/contractor team supporting ongoing and future programs. In this unique role you will apply your technical skills toward state-of-the-art highly advanced analysis solutions in support of critical customer focus areas., All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.
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