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# Systems Integration Engineer (Radar & Defense Systems)

- **Company:** CareerCircle
- **Location:** Annapolis Junction, MD, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Automated Storage and Retrieval Systems, Confluence, User Authentication, Big Data, C++ (Programming Language), CentOS, Configuration Management, Software Documentation, Collaborative Software, Signals Intelligence, Communications Protocols, Complex Networks, Computer Networks, Databases, System Configuration, Continuous Integration, Data Centers, Dynamic Trunking Protocol, Ethernet, Network Interface Controllers, Data Flow Control, Design of User Interfaces, Hardware Design, Hardware Interface Design, Interoperability, Python (Programming Language), Key Management, Linux Servers, MATLAB, Windows Servers, Model View Controller (MVC), Open Source Intelligence, Scrum Methodology, Software Tools, Service-Oriented Architecture, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Software Systems, Subsystems, Systems Architecture, System Testing, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Software Vulnerability Management, Workflow Management Systems, Network Switches, Network Routing, Software Troubleshooting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Information Technology, Integration Frameworks, Operational Systems, Atlassian Bamboo, Jenkins, Programming Languages, Microservices
- **Published:** October 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/md/annapolis-junction/2a28c4c7-1272-4d39-b6dc-d48937058484

## About the Role

Sensors
Physics, Visionary
Operations
Leadership
Innovation
Electronics
Communication
Field Testing
System Testing
Self-Motivation
Problem Solving
Control Systems
Computer Science
Software Systems
Interoperability
System Deployment
Hardware Platforms
Systems Engineering
Systems Integration
Software Development
Proprietary Hardware
Wireless Communications
Communications Protocols
Engineering Design Process
Balancing (Ledger/Billing)
Troubleshooting (Problem Solving), We are seeking a highly motivated Systems Integration Engineer to support the integration of advanced radar, sensor, communication, and command-and-control systems for defense and national security applications. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys balancing hands-on hardware work with software integration and troubleshooting in complex operational environments., * Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, or a related technical field

 * 3+ years of experience in systems engineering or systems integration
 * Experience integrating hardware and software systems
 * Knowledge of military command-and-control (C2) environments
 * Experience working with radar systems, sensors, radios, or related defense technologies
 * Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills
 * Ability to work hands-on with both hardware and software, * Prior military experience
 * Defense industry experience
 * Experience supporting operational military systems
 * Background in electronics, communications, or weapons systems integration
 * Familiarity with field testing and customer-facing technical support

Desired Technical Skills

 * Hardware and systems integration
 * Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
 * Ethernet and network communications
 * Radio and wireless communication systems
 * Technical troubleshooting and root cause analysis

Bonus Skills

 * Python
 * C++
 * MATLAB

Security Clearance

 * Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Secret Security Clearance
 * Active clearance is preferred but not required, Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Cryptography
Communication
Test Planning
Risk Analysis
Linux Servers
Prioritization
Systems Design
Key Management
Risk Management
Windows Servers
Network Routing
Ancient History
Design Analysis
Computer Science
Network Switches
Test Engineering
Complex Networks
Agile Methodology
Analytical Method
Program Management
Systems Engineering
Systems Integration
System Requirements
Time Off Management
Security Engineering
Systems Architecture
System Configuration
Architectural Design
Signals Intelligence, CentOS
Writing
Jenkins
Planning
Teamwork
Big Data
Equities
Leadership
Enthusiasm
Innovation
Mitigation
Market Data
Coordinating
Microservices
Risk Analysis
Virtualization
System Testing
Solution Design
Ancient History
Computer Science
Database Systems
Atlassian Bamboo
Interface Design
Agile Methodology
Technical Support
Solution-Oriented
Security Clearance
Workflow Management
Systems Engineering
Systems Integration
Software Engineering
Software Development
Systems Architecture
Atlassian Confluence
Programming Languages
Model View Controller
Requirements Analysis
Software Documentation
Continuous Integration
Collaborative Software
Continuous Development
Text Retrieval Systems
Open Source Intelligence
Dynamic Trunking Protocol
Scrum (Software Development)
Python (Programming Language)
Metal Inert Gas (MIG) Welding
Continuous Improvement Process
Document And Media Exploitation
Top Secret-Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI Clearance)
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Google Project Management, Innovation
Subsystems
Reliability
Prototyping
Simulations
Market Data
Test Design
End Systems
Coordinating
Traceability
Survivability
Accountability
Systems Design
Risk Mitigation
Risk Management
Authentications
Access Controls
Maintainability
Confidentiality
Ancient History
Computer Science
Software Systems
Management Plans
Influencing Skills
Technical Standard
Systems Engineering
Systems Integration
System Requirements
Software Interfaces
Security Engineering
Engineering Analysis
Lifecycle Management
Technical Leadership
Architectural Design
Information Assurance
Quantitative Analysis
Concept Of Operations
Technology Assessment
Engineering Management
Functional Requirement
Earned Value Management
Work Breakdown Structure
Configuration Management
Requirements Elicitation
Vulnerability Management
Hardware Interface Design
User Requirements Documents
Requirements Specifications
Service-Oriented Architecture
Influencing Without Authority
Milestones (Project Management)

## Description

Hardware Integration

 * Integrate radar, sensor, radio, and communication systems into larger operational environments
 * Design, build, and troubleshoot cables, interfaces, and hardware connections
 * Develop and utilize Interface Control Documents (ICDs)
 * Support Ethernet, networking, and radio communication integration
 * Diagnose and resolve system connectivity and interoperability issues
 * Conduct system testing, validation, and field integration activities

Software Integration

 * Develop interfaces between hardware platforms and customer systems
 * Support integration of technologies into military command-and-control (C2) environments
 * Translate proprietary hardware communication protocols into operational system architectures
 * Create scripts and software tools to enable system interoperability
 * Assist with software development, testing, and troubleshooting efforts, * Travel to customer and military sites throughout the United States
 * Periods of increased travel may exceed 50%
 * Significant field testing and system deployment activities
 * International travel opportunities, including occasional overseas training engagements

Work Environment

 * Hybrid work schedule
 * Combination of office, remote, laboratory, and field-based work
 * Collaborative environment with hardware, software, systems, and customer-facing engineering teams, Auditing
Research
Firewall
Dataflow
Equities
Purchasing
Upskilling
Market Data
Test Design
Data Centers