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# Systems Engineer Level 3

- **Company:** Markon, LLC.
- **Location:** Fort Meade, MD, United States
- **Salary:** $220,000.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Linux, Linux System Administration, Windows Servers, Performance Tuning, Systems Integration, Virtualization Technology, Enterprise Software Applications, System Availability, Hardware Infrastructure
- **Published:** November 6, 2026
- **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/88801812/1

## About the Role

* Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph through this customer is required.
 * Bachelor's degree and 20+ years of relevant systems engineering experience required.
 * Experience with RF and FORNSAT systems, including hardware and software integration.
 * Experience deploying, integrating, and maintaining Government Off-the-Shelf (GOTS) products.
 * Experience administering Linux and Windows Server environments.
 * Experience supporting virtualization across cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure.
 * Experience with enterprise system architecture and systems-of-systems integration.
 * Strong technical troubleshooting, communication, and collaboration skills.

## Description

Markon is seeking a Systems Engineer Level 3 to support the Fort Meade Customer. This role focuses on designing, integrating, and maintaining mission-critical RF and FORNSAT systems, GOTS products, and enterprise infrastructure across Linux, Windows Server, and virtualized environments.
Responsibilities
Provide technical direction for the development, engineering, integration, and testing of hardware and software RF/FORNSAT systems.

 * Design, configure, deploy, and maintain enterprise systems utilizing GOTS products.
 * Support systems-of-systems integration across complex hardware and software environments.
 * Manage virtualization solutions across cloud-based and on-premises infrastructure.
 * Administer and troubleshoot Linux environments to ensure system availability, performance, and security.
 * Manage Windows Server environments, including performance optimization, security enhancements, and automation.
 * Develop and implement best practices for system security, monitoring, and technical documentation.
 * Collaborate with engineering teams and stakeholders to support system integration and operational efficiency.