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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Engineer, Level 3 - **Company:** Independent Software - **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Information Systems, Networking Hardware, Network Troubleshooting, Systems Integration, Build Management, Information Technology, Hardware Infrastructure - **Published:** September 14, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.clearancejobs.com/jobs/9161393/system-engineer-level-3 ## About the Role * Experience with system hardware/software integration and system deployments * Hands-on experience installing and supporting network and telecommunications equipment * Experience installing and terminating CAT-5/6 and fiber-optic cabling * Experience using fiber-optic test equipment, including optical power meters and OTDRs * Strong hardware, software, and network troubleshooting skills * Experience installing, testing, maintaining, and decommissioning systems * Experience performing Quality Assurance evaluations of system builds * Experience repairing or replacing components in Dell servers * Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with customers and technical teams Preferred Qualifications: * Familiarity with Dell, Arista, and Raritan hardware * Experience supporting system build and deployment activities in mission-focused environments, Candidates must meet one of the following: * Bachelor's degree in a qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus six (6) years of Systems Engineering experience; OR * High School Diploma or GED plus ten (10) years of general Systems Engineering experience; OR * Master's degree in a qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus four (4) years of Systems Engineering experience; OR * PhD in a qualified Engineering Field or related discipline plus two (2) years of Systems Engineering experience. Qualified or related disciplines include Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or a comparable technical field. Clearance Requirement: * Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role ## Description At Independent Software, as a Systems Engineer Level 3, you will support the full engineering lifecycle of mission systems from integration and testing through deployment and operational support. You will work with a small, mission-focused team to integrate hardware, software, networking, and telecommunications infrastructure while interacting regularly with users and customers. This is a hands-on engineering position that includes system deployments, server hardware, network equipment, fiber and CAT-5/6 cabling, testing, troubleshooting, and Quality Assurance activities to ensure systems are reliable, maintainable, and ready for mission use., * Support systems throughout the engineering lifecycle from integration and testing through deployment * Integrate, install, test, troubleshoot, maintain, and decommission system hardware and software * Install, relocate, and maintain fiber and CAT-5/6 cabling, cross-connections, equipment cabinets, and network equipment * Terminate CAT-5/6 and fiber-optic cabling * Test and troubleshoot fiber using optical power meters, OTDRs, and related test equipment * Monitor and troubleshoot hardware, software, network, and connectivity issues * Perform Quality Assurance evaluations of system builds for quality, reliability, maintainability, and safety * Install, troubleshoot, repair, and replace components in Dell servers * Support networking and infrastructure hardware, including Dell, Arista, and Raritan equipment * Collaborate with users, customers, and engineering team members during system integration and deployment ## Related Videos - [What makes Cybersecurity different for critical infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/571-what-makes-cybersecurity-different-for-critical-infrastructure) - [Microservices? 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