Systems Engineer III (Secure Wireless)

Description

Waypoint's client is seeking a Systems Engineer III (Secure Wireless) to support secure communications and Signal Modernization efforts within a tactical network environment. This role provides engineering support across the lifecycle of secure wireless systems, serving as a bridge between development, testing, and fielding activities.

The selected candidate will support secure baseline development, testing, and deployment, with a focus on Commercial Solutions for Classified (CSfC) architectures and secure network integration.

Responsibilities

• Support systems engineering and development efforts by testing emerging technologies and software for integration into secure wireless baselines.
• Engineer test networks and develop formal test plans and performance testing threads.
• Support configuration and capability management, including documentation and software configuration control across multiple baselines.
• Validate system updates and releases resulting from Post Deployment Software Support (PDSS) activities.
• Provide field support through direct coordination with Field Support Engineering teams, including troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Deliver train-the-trainer instruction to support successful system deployment and adoption.
• Develop technical documentation, including network diagrams (MS Visio) and Detailed Technical Procedures (DTPs).
• Perform advanced network and client troubleshooting using logs, system messages, and monitoring tools.
• Support acquisition activities by reviewing technical specifications, mission needs, and contractor proposals.
• Conduct technical evaluations of network performance, system integration, and architecture strategies.

Required

• U.S. Citizenship.
• Active Secret clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Testing, or a related field (or additional 7 years of relevant experience in lieu of degree).
• Minimum 6+ years of tactical network systems engineering experience.
• Experience supporting secure wireless or tactical network systems.
• Experience designing and implementing LANs, VLANs, and end-to-end network architectures.
• Experience with RF engineering and tactical voice/data transmission systems.
• Experience with CSfC architectures and secure network configurations.
• Technical expertise in:
  • Cisco IOS, Aruba OS (Wireless), Palo Alto Networks OS, VMware
  • VPN, IPSec, PKI, Certificate Authorities, Firewalls, Active Directory
  • Windows Server and Windows 10/11 environments
  • Network monitoring and analysis tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Splunk, Wireshark, SNMPc, PacStar IQ-Core)
  • Routing and troubleshooting virtualized environments

Desired

• Experience supporting WIN-T or Tactical Network Configuration Items (CIs) and architectures.
• Experience with Signal Modernization products, including Small Form Factor Wi-Fi and SWMRE.
• Experience supporting DoD acquisition and engineering evaluation activities.
• Experience developing technical procedures and system documentation for fielded systems.