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# Systems Engineer (Computer Hardware)-Journeyman

- **Company:** Amewas, Inc.
- **Location:** Patuxent River, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $140,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, User Authentication, Cyber Security, Quantum Computing, Systems Modeling Language, Encapsulation (Networking), SC Clearance, Computer Equipment
- **Published:** August 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/use0b182a9fe3a634e71176b49b8a0b54c/eaa

## About the Role

AMEWAS is seeking a highly motivated and talented Systems Engineer (Computer Hardware)-Journeyman. The salary range of this position is $100,000.00 - $140,000.00 and is commensurate with experience. This position is not eligible for remote work; on-site support is required., * Bachelor's Degree OR Associate's Degree with 4 years of additional work experience (7 years total) OR HS Diploma/Equivalent with 6 years of additional work experience (9 years total)

 * 3 years of relevant work experience
 * Experience working as a Systems Security Engineer (SSE) with Integrated Product Teams (IPTs)
 * Experience configuring network firewalls, routers and switches
 * Experience with Software Assurance (SwA), Cybersecurity Plan Implementation (CPI) and cyber modeling, including threat and cyber risk modeling
 * Experience with encapsulation and Hash-based Message Authentication Code (HMAC)
 * Experience with Utility Monitoring and Control Systems (UMCS) and Advanced Systems Components/Automation System Controls (ASC)
 * Experience with quantum computing
 * Minimum clearance required to apply (candidates who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be considered): DoD Top Secret Clearance
 * Additional Accesses: The ability to obtain and maintain the DoD security clearance eligibility and/or additional security access requirements necessary to perform the duties of the position, as required by the contract

Desired Skills:

 * Experience with MBSE
 * Experience with SysML
 * Experience with DOORS

Security Clearance Requirement Disclaimer: This position requires the ability to obtain and maintain all security clearances, interim security determinations, and/or other access authorizations required by the applicable contract(s). Candidates who are unable to obtain the required interim clearance or access authorization within the timeframe necessary to meet business and contract requirements may no longer be considered for employment.
Skills Crucial to Success at AMEWAS:
Candidates must demonstrate a customer-focused mindset, professionalism, and discretion, while working collaboratively with management and teams to meet objectives. Candidates should be hard-working individuals with strong attention to detail and the ability to foster a positive, team-oriented culture.

## Description

Patuxent River, MD, located in the California-Lexington Park area, is Maryland's . To learn more about the surrounding area, please visit:
A typical day as a Systems Engineer (Computer Hardware)-Journeyman may include:

 * Performs programmatic or technical roles identifying, formulating, designing and/or testing practical solutions to engineering problems
 * Guides the engineering development of modern complex systems
 * Employs systems engineering methods and tools in the development of systems
 * Researches, designs, develops or tests computer or computer-related equipment for commercial, industrial, military or scientific use
 * Supervises the manufacturing and installation of computer or computer-related equipment and components


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