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# VDI Systems Engineer (TS/SCI - Dayton, OH)

- **Company:** CFD Research Corporation
- **Location:** Beavercreek, OH, United States
- **Contract:** Temporary contract
- **Skills:** Amazon Web Services, Systems Engineering, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Bash Shell, Computational Fluid Dynamics, Capability Maturity Model Integration, CompTIA Security+, Desktop Virtualization, Firmware, HP Thin Clients, Python (Programming Language), Virtual Desktops, Windows PowerShell, Simulation Software, Systems Architecture, VMware Horizon View, Scripting, Performance Testing, Multi-Cloud, Cloud Optimization, Vmware
- **Published:** August 24, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=9eed915d9ffee37c

## About the Role

* Certification: CompTIA Security+ (DoD 8570 / 8140 IAT Level II baseline) or equivalent.
 * Technical Experience: Hands-on experience administering at least one core VDI platform (AVD, AWS WorkSpaces, or VMware/Omnissa Horizon) and thin-client management tools (e.g., 10ZiG Manager).
 * Security & Scripting: Demonstrated proficiency applying DISA STIGs and writing automation scripts (PowerShell, Bash, or Python).
 * Citizenship: U.S. Citizenship required, * Technical Writing: Track record of producing technical design blueprints, SOPs, and system architecture whitepapers.

## Description

About CFD Research: Since its inception in 1987, CFD Research has delivered innovative technology solutions within the Aerospace & Defense, Biomedical & Life Sciences, Intelligence & Sensing, and Energy & Materials industries. CFD Research has earned multiple national awards for successful application and commercialization of innovative component/system technology prototypes, multi-physics simulation software, multi-disciplinary analyses, and expert support services. Based in Huntsville, Alabama where laboratory facilities and headquarters are located, CFD Research also has office and laboratory facilities in Dayton, Ohio, prototyping test and evaluation facilities in Hollywood, Alabama, and office facilities in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. CFD Research is an ISO9001:AS9100D registered company and is appraised at CMMI Level II for Services. CFD Research is a 100% ESOP (employee-owned company) recognized in Inc. Magazine's Inc5000 as a top growing company for four of the last five
years. Learn more at www.cfd-research.com

CFD Research is seeking VDI Systems Engineers to design, deploy, maintain, and secure a multi-cloud Virtual Desktop Infrastructure (VDI) and thin-client endpoint environment across specialized operational, high-performance, and developer sandbox environments., * Endpoint & VDI Management: Administer AWS-hosted 10ZiG Manager servers, push endpoint profiles (PeakOS, RepurpOS, NOS), handle firmware updates, and convert legacy hardware into thin clients.

 * Platform Engineering: Provision, optimize, and maintain Azure Virtual Desktop (AVD), AWS WorkSpaces, and Omnissa/VMware Horizon environments, including FSLogix profiles, instant clones, and host pools.
 * Testing & Feedback: Conduct performance testing, collect logon/latency metrics, and iterate desktop templates based on structured user feedback.
 * Security & Compliance: Partner with ISSOs to apply DISA STIGs across OS templates, AD policies, and cloud resources. Gather technical evidence to support CTO/ATO packages.
 * Documentation & Advisory: Author CONOPS, SOPs for Tier 1/2 support, technical whitepapers, and cloud cost optimization recommendations.
 * Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as Tier-3 escalation support for the Operations Office and collaborate with the Integration Office to align templates with R&D pipelines., * Platform Certifications: Microsoft Certified: Azure Virtual Desktop Specialty, AWS Certified Solutions Architect/SysOps Administrator, or VMware/Omnissa VCP-DTM.


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