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# Systems Engineer - Great Chicago Area

- **Company:** Motorola Solutions, Inc.
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States
- **Salary:** $70,000.0 - $100,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** LTE (Telecommunication), Microsoft Windows, Active Directory, Systems Engineering, Bash Shell, Border Gateway Protocol, Software Documentation, CompTIA Network+, Cyber Security, Information Systems, Linux, File Systems, Ethernet, VMware ESX Servers, File Transfer, Networking Hardware, Internet Protocol, Internet Protocol Security (IP SEC), Network Packet, Multi-protocol Systems, Junos, Python (Programming Language), Kernel-Based Virtual Machine, Windows Servers, Network Planning and Design, Network Protocols, Open Shortest Path First (OSPF), Dell PowerEdge, Windows PowerShell, Remote Access Technology, Ansible, TCP/IP, Telnet, Wireshark, Virtualization Technology, Network Routers, Scripting, Firewalls (Computer Science), Juniper, Information Technology, Routing & Switching, Network Server, Cisco
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://diversityjobs.com/career/18641871/Systems-Engineer-Great-Chicago-Area-Illinois-Chicago

## About the Role

* Knowledge in radio communication systems, radio propagation, RF, wireless or broadband/LTE
 * Good understanding, and working knowledge in IP networking, network design methodologies & troubleshooting (Ethernet, TCP/IP, L2/L3, MPLS)
 * Experience working with servers and virtualization such as ESXi, Linux-based Kernel-based Virtual Machine (KVM), Linux, Windows Server, Active Directory, and Windows Group Policy
 * Direct customer-facing experience is highly preferred
 * Excellent communications skills and the ability to present complex topics to non-technical audiences
 * Willing and capable to lead a project, to be a team player, follow instructions, and identify/manage risks in a project
 * Comfortable delegating tasks to project team member
 * Self-motivated, able to collaborate with members from different organizations, able to provide feedback by writing improved procedures, and able to maintain focus in a pressured environment

Technical Requirements:

 * Multi-Vendor Hardware: Hands-on experience with Juniper, Aviat, Cisco, Nokia/Alcatel, Xtreme, and Ceragon networking equipment, as well as HPE/DELL PowerEdge servers and HP Z2/ZBook workstations.
 * Networking & Protocols: Deep understanding of switching and routing protocols, including OSPF, ISIS, BGP (iBGP, eBGP, M-BGP), MPLS (RSVP-TE, LDP), and IPSec.
 * Systems & Scripting: Proficiency in Windows (Registry) and Linux (Filesystem) environments; ability to read, follow, and automate workflows using Ansible, Bash, PowerShell, and Python.
 * Operations & Security: Proven ability to configure and troubleshoot routers, switches, firewalls (ACLs/Policies), and remote access/file transfers (SSH, SCP, Telnet, RDP, SMB).
 * Analysis & Diagnostics: Skilled in using Wireshark for network packet analysis and resolving complex issues like connectivity drops or crashed script executions.
 * Certifications: Preferred credentials include CompTIA Network+, Juniper JNCIA-Junos, Nokia NRS1, CCNA, or equivalent industry certifications., * Bachelor's Degree in one of the following; Engineering, Computer Science, Networking, IT, Cybersecurity, or Information Systems required
 * Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position
 * Must be able to obtain a background clearance as required by our government customers

## Description

Department OverviewThe upgrade team comprises Project Management, System Engineering and Field Engineering personnel working together in a high-performance culture, often with demanding cycle times and high customer expectations because we are working on mission critical communication systems. Our systems are designed around the APCO Project 25 communications standard. The System Engineer will take responsibility for and oversee all technical aspects of the assigned project.

This involves:

 - Upgrade of the radio network including servers, network and RF devices
 - Customer presentations
 - Complete system documentation Job Description