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# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Vantage Systems
- **Location:** Albuquerque, NM, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Documentation, System Configuration, Document Management Systems, Performance Tuning, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Modeling and Simulation
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/10205ba0-1784-43db-9149-549a7f1a7076/sys-engineer-iv

## About the Role

* Education/ Years of Relevant Experience: 15+ years of experience with BS degree or 10+ years of experience with MS degree or 5+ years of experience with PhD degree
 * Clearance: TS with eligibility for SCI Poly

## Description

The Systems Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining complex systems to support program and organizational goals. This role takes a holistic view throughout the system lifecycle, from concept development, requirements capture and design, through integration, verification, operations and disposal. The systems engineer is the primary interface among management, customers, suppliers, and specialty disciplines, ensuring all stakeholder needs and constraints are properly understood and addressed. Ensures that all systems function efficiently and effectively, aligning with business objectives. The Systems Engineer works closely with cross-functional teams to integrate new technologies, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance., System Design & Implementation:

 * Design, develop, and implement system architectures that meet performance, scalability, and security requirements
 * Customer needs analysis, requirements capture and management, OPSCON/CONOPS development, traceability throughout from system to component level, modeling and simulation, verification criteria, requirements sell-off, deployment validation, O&M documentation
 * Evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance system capabilities and performance
 * Ensure system designs align with security, compliance, and industry best practices

System Maintenance & Optimization:

 * Perform regular system maintenance, updates, and upgrades to ensure stability and security
 * Analyze system performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency
 * Develop and implement system testing protocols to validate functionality and security

Troubleshooting & Support:

 * Diagnose and resolve system issues to minimize downtime and operational disruptions
 * Provide technical support for network, hardware, and software configurations
 * Document system issues, resolutions, and preventative measures to enhance future troubleshooting efforts

Project Management & Collaboration:

 * Manages and trades off performance, cost, schedule, risk and other system attributes to achieve an optimal solution that meets stakeholder needs and aligns with organizational goals
 * Manage system integration projects, ensuring seamless deployment and interoperability of technologies
 * Collaborate with cross-functional teams to assess system requirements and provide technical solutions
 * Work with stakeholders to prioritize system enhancements and align program goals

Documentation & Compliance:

 * Create and maintain detailed system documentation, including technical specifications, configurations, and user manuals
 * Ensure compliance with security standards, data protection policies, and regulatory requirements

Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to drive innovation


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