Systems Integration Engineer - (CAS / COTS)

Our team specializes in systems integration, infrastructure engineering, software and hardware implementation, and technical solutions supporting critical operational environments., We are seeking a mid-level to senior Systems Integration Engineer to support the ATOP program at the William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.

This position focuses on the installation, configuration, integration, troubleshooting, maintenance, and support of Commercial Off-the-Shelf (COTS) software and hardware within Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) environments.

The ideal candidate is a technically strong problem-solver who can troubleshoot issues across multiple layers of infrastructure, including operating systems, applications, networking, storage, virtualization, displays, and hardware.

This is not solely a Linux administration position. We’re looking for someone who understands how complex systems interact and can diagnose integration and performance issues across the entire environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, upgrade, integrate, and troubleshoot COTS software and associated hardware.
• Implement, maintain, and support Red Hat Enterprise Linux environments, including RHEL 7, 8, and 10.
• Perform Linux kernel updates, package management, patching, and troubleshooting.
• Configure and maintain DNF repositories, including local package repositories.
• Develop and maintain Bash scripts and Ansible automation to support system configuration and deployment.
• Utilize Git for configuration management, including cloning, commits, branching, and merging.
• Support Linux graphical environments involving GNOME, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP), headless displays, and virtualized monitor configurations.
• Diagnose system performance and latency issues involving CPU, memory, storage I/O, networking, virtualization, applications, and remote displays.
• Troubleshoot complex integration issues involving physical servers, workstations, displays, peripherals, KVMs, networking equipment, storage systems, and virtualization platforms.
• Support systems operating within SELinux and FIPS-enabled environments.
• Integrate and maintain software and hardware across development, integration, testing, and operational environments.
• Collaborate with engineers, customers, vendors, and technical teams to identify and resolve system integration issues.
• Maintain detailed documentation covering system configurations, implementation procedures, troubleshooting findings, automation, and technical changes.
• Support deployed operational systems and assist with resolving technical issues affecting system reliability and performance.

We’re looking for a talented Systems Integration Engineer who enjoys solving challenging technical problems and understands how operating systems, applications, hardware, networking, storage, virtualization, and security work together., * Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related STEM discipline.

• Strong hands-on experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux (RHEL 7, 8, and/or 10).
• Experience with Ansible automation and Bash scripting.
• Experience managing Linux packages, DNF repositories, and kernel updates.
• Working knowledge of Git configuration management workflows.
• Experience supporting Linux graphical environments, including GNOME and RDP.
• Understanding of headless Linux display environments and virtualized monitor configurations.
• Experience diagnosing Linux performance issues involving CPU, memory, storage, networking, virtualization, and applications.
• Familiarity with SELinux and FIPS-enabled environments.
• Experience installing, configuring, troubleshooting, and integrating COTS software and hardware.
• Strong understanding of how operating systems, applications, hardware, networking, and virtualization interact.
• Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues across multiple infrastructure layers.
• Strong documentation, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work primarily on-site in Egg Harbor Township, NJ.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Ability to obtain a Public Trust Clearance following hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Red Hat OpenShift Virtualization (OSV).
• Knowledge of containerization and high-availability architectures.
• Experience with Cisco switches, routers, multicast networking, and BGP edge connectivity.
• Familiarity with NetApp ONTAP, MetroCluster, or Portworx.
• Experience with Jenkins and automated deployment pipelines.
• Experience with STIG compliance, system hardening, vulnerability remediation, and security scanning.
• Previous experience supporting air traffic control, aviation, or other mission-critical operational systems.
• Relevant certifications such as RHCSA, RHCE, RHCA, Red Hat OpenShift, CCNA, Security+, or similar.

Salary: $130,000 - $175,000 per year, * $120K-$175K base salary, depending on experience

• 401(k) with company match
• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Paid time off and holidays
• Primarily on-site position with occasional remote flexibility