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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # System Engineer - **Company:** ASCENT SERVICES GROUP LLC - **Location:** Germantown, MD, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $110,000.0 - $135,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Communications Protocols, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Software Requirements Analysis, Subsystems, System Testing, Systems Integration, Test Data, Management of Software Versions, Integrated Service Routers, Software Troubleshooting, Integration Tests - **Published:** October 22, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.wayup.com/i-j-System-Engineer-Ascend-Recruiting-Partners-683219567255889/ ## About the Role + Must have BS degree in Engineering (Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, Computer Engineering, or related field) + 3+ years of experience in systems engineering, integration, test engineering, or field engineering roles + Hands-on experience with system-level integration and troubleshooting + Ability to operate without detailed manuals in dynamic environments + Strong root cause analysis and problem-solving skills + Ability to travel 35% annually based upon needs (domestic), with 2 weeks of initial training internationally + Experience working with integrated hardware systems (components, subsystems, payloads, or platforms) + Electrical wiring, connectors, and harnesses + Power distribution and signal flow + Mechanical interfaces and physical integration * Comfort performing assembly/disassembly and field diagnostics * Experience supporting software-enabled systems or SDK-based integrations * Understanding of communication protocols, data/message flow, and system interfaces * Experience in troubleshooting software issues related to upgrades or configuration * Experience executing or supporting test procedures and system validation * Ability to interpret test data and communicate results clearly, * Experience with EO/IR, ISR, radar, sensor, UAV, or defense systems * Experience working with government, defense, or security customers * Prior customer-facing technical role (Field Engineer, Systems Integrator, Solutions Engineer) * Experience supporting international engineering teams * Familiarity with UAV, maritime, vehicle, or other surveillance platforms, * Self-starter with strong initiative and an ownership mindset * Comfortable wearing multiple hats in a fast-moving environment * Strong interpersonal and communication skills * Ability to build trust with customers and internal stakeholders * Adaptable, curious, and motivated to deeply understand complex systems ## Description Seeking a customer-facing Applications/Integration Engineer to own the integration, testing, and troubleshooting of EO/IR payloads within customer platforms. This role serves as the technical bridge between the engineering teams in Israel, U.S.-based customers, and prime contractors. Will be responsible for end-to-end system integration, working across hardware, software, and mechanical interfaces, and will act as the primary technical point of contact during integrations, deployments, and field support. This is a hands-on, high-visibility role requiring strong systems thinking, comfort with ambiguity, and the ability to diagnose and resolve complex technical issues in real-world customer environments., System & Payload Integration * Lead integration of EO/IR payloads into customer platforms * Understand and validate payload-to-platform interfaces, including power, data, mechanical, and communication protocols * Support both prime and sub-contractor integration scenarios * Translating customer system requirements into actionable technical execution Troubleshooting & Root Cause Analysis * Perform system-level troubleshooting to identify whether issues originate at the component, subsystem, or interface level * Analyze test outputs, logs, and data to determine root cause and corrective actions * Decide whether issues require: * Component replacement * Subsystem removal * Escalation to engineering teams Support rapid issue resolution during factory testing, integration testing, and field deployments Hardware & Hands-On Technical Work * Perform assembly, disassembly, and maintenance of payloads and integrated systems * Trace electrical wiring, connectors, and harnesses to isolate faults * Validate proper power delivery, signal flow, and mechanical connections * Support physical inspections and system validation at customer sites Software & SDK Integration Support * Support software and SDK-based integrations between payloads and customer systems * Troubleshoot communication issues, data/message flow, and integration mismatches * Work with software engineers to resolve bugs related to upgrades, versioning, or configuration * Interpret logs and error messages to support integration debugging Testing & Validation * Execute and support defined test procedures for payloads and integrated systems * Support software and SDK-based integrations between payloads and customer systems * Troubleshoot communication issues, data/message flow, and integration mismatches * Work with software engineers to resolve bugs related to upgrades, versioning, or configuration * Interpret logs and error messages to support integration debugging Customer & Internal Collaboration * Serve as the primary technical interface with customers during integrations * Clearly explain technical issues, risks, and resolutions to non-specialist stakeholders * Coordinate closely with engineering teams in Israel and U.S. program stakeholders * Support training, documentation, and knowledge transfer activities