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# Tactical Systems (Engineer)

- **Company:** QED Systems Inc
- **Location:** Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $145,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Windows, Computer Engineering, Computer Literacy, System Configuration, Linux, Software Systems, Data Streaming, C4ISR, Information Technology, Vulnerability Analysis, Vmware
- **Published:** September 4, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9137621/tactical-systems-engineer

## About the Role

Detail-oriented with excellent technical, verbal, and written communication skills.
Experience in performing installation, configuration and troubleshooting of information technology systems.
Experience administering (installing, configuring and troubleshooting) systems running in Windows, Linux and VMWare environments.
Experience in the intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance mission area.
Experience with the use and testing of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) software systems., Bachelor's degree required. Degree may be in Electrical, Electronic, System, Software or Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering or related field.
A minimum of ten (10) years of related work experience is required.

Travel:

25% travel is expected for this position. Travel may include continental United States and outside continental United States locations.

Work Environment:

This position will be co-located with the customer and other contractors in Government office spaces.

Physical Demands:

Physical demands of this position include ability to:

Be independently mobile.
Communicate effectively with co-workers and customers.
Withstand prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and computer use.
Climb stairs, ramps, ladders, and work stands.
Reasonable accommodation will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

## Description

Oversee product design and interrogation supporting mission-specific tactical requirements.
Integration of emerging technologies/enhancements to address Army/IC customer mission requests (i.e.; new data flows, formats).
Assures alignment of baseline "Raise the Bar" (RTB) requirements and guidance.
Manage the integration of hardware and software components, ensuring seamless operation of mission-critical data flows and network.
Coordinate field requirements to ensure seamless transition to modernized platforms.
Oversee all stages of product creation and delivery.
Provide resource management and assesses risk (cost, schedule, quality)., Please note this job description is not intended to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Assigned tasks may vary, with or without prior notice, to effectively meet client requirements.


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