Senior Systems Engineer Job at Columbia Technology Partners (Annapolis Junction)

Senior Systems Engineer

Columbia Technology Partners

Location:
United States , Annapolis Junction

Category:
IT - Software Development

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Job Description:

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for leading the full lifecycle design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of packet-based hardware and software systems. This role focuses on integrating Commercial Off-The-Shelf (COTS) and Government Off-The-Shelf (GOTS) solutions across hardware, software, and network environments to ensure interoperability, operational performance, and mission success. The position provides technical leadership throughout system development and sustainment, driving reliable, scalable, and secure solutions.

Job Responsibility:

Lead the design, integration, testing, deployment, training, and sustainment of packet-based hardware and software systems utilizing COTS and GOTS technologies
Drive end-to-end systems integration across hardware, software, and network components to ensure interoperability, scalability, and optimized performance
Develop and execute system integration plans, validation and verification activities, and deployment strategies to ensure operational readiness and compliance with requirements
Develop, maintain, and enhance BASH and PERL scripts to automate system provisioning, configuration, and ongoing maintenance of core servers and clustered computing environments
Implement automation and process improvements to improve system reliability, efficiency, and maintainability
Provide technical leadership for troubleshooting, system upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and lifecycle sustainment activities
Deliver training and technical guidance to administrators, operators, and engineering teams while ensuring adherence to security, configuration management, and operational standards

Requirements:

Minimum of twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience on programs or contracts of similar scope, type, and complexity
Bachelor's degree in a technical discipline such as Information Technology, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field. Five (5) additional years of Systems Engineering experience may be substituted in lieu of a degree
U.S. Citizenship is required for all applicants
DOD 8570 Certification
This position requires an active Security Clearance with appropriate Polygraph

What we offer:

Medical: CTP offers 3 superior plans, bringing our employees both in-network and out-of-network options
Vision + Dental: Both free to you + paid in full by CTP
Retirement: 401k - 6% company contribution
PTO + Leave: A work life balance is extremely important to our team here at CTP, which is why our paid time off plans are so lucrative. Offering customizable leave plans to meet your needs is just one of our many perks! Jury Duty, Bereavement + Military Leave provided
Career Growth: Up to $10,000 provided for approved career-related learning, training, education, and/or tuition
Life and AD&D Insurance/Short-Term & Long-Term Disability: More peace of mind, at zero cost to you
Profit Sharing Bonus: End of year cash gets added to your bottom-line
Referral Bonus Program: Our tiered program provides an incentive with each stage of the hiring process your referral passes. Our bonuses range from $7,000-$20,000, if your referral joins the team

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
March 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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