The Opportunity NTS is seeking an experienced Systems Integration Engineer to design, integrate, test, deploy, and sustain mission-critical video, networking, and communications systems supporting U.S. Department of State (DoS) operations. This position supports a diverse range of technologies operating across mobile, tactical, and enterprise environments, including vehicle-mounted systems, deployable field solutions, and fixed infrastructure. The engineer will help ensure that video, network, computing, and communications technologies work together to deliver reliable, secure, and effective mission capabilities. The ideal candidate is a hands-on, technically versatile engineer with a strong foundation in systems integration and IP networking, an understanding of video technologies, and the ability to troubleshoot complex systems involving multiple hardware, software, and communications components. The Systems Integration Engineer will work directly with government customers, engineering teams, and industry partners to evaluate emerging technologies, develop engineering solutions, establish technical standards, and support system deployments. This position supports domestic and international operations, including potentially high-threat and austere environments. Travel of up to 20%, including extended temporary duty (TDY) assignments, may be required.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide engineering and technical support for video systems, ensuring system availability, reliability, performance, and operational readiness.
- Support U.S. Department of State requirements across multiple domestic and overseas (OCONUS) theaters and operational locations.
- Design, engineer, integrate, test, deploy, and sustain modern video systems supporting mission-critical and high-threat environments.
- Research, evaluate, test, validate, and implement emerging technologies to improve system capabilities, reliability, efficiency, and mission effectiveness.
- Lead or support proof-of-concept (POC) activities and technology demonstrations in laboratory, testing, training, and operational environments.
- Develop and maintain technical documentation, engineering artifacts, test procedures, and deployment standards.
- Identify training requirements for field technicians and develop comprehensive digital training materials and curricula.
- Ensure compliance with DoS Protective Technology configuration management processes and established engineering standards.
- Collaborate with vendors, industry partners, and government agencies to develop and maintain standardized certification and validation processes for mobile video systems and program-specific technologies.
- Develop comprehensive test plans and support verification and validation activities in accordance with established configuration management and engineering protocols.
- Provide on-site U.S. Department of State technical oversight during system verification testing, acceptance testing, and related engineering activities.
- Apply broad technical knowledge and subject matter expertise to moderately complex engineering and operational assignments.
- Analyze technical issues, develop solutions, and make recommendations based on established engineering principles, operational requirements, and mission objectives.
- Collaborate effectively across multidisciplinary engineering, technical, security, and program teams.
- Support system deployments, troubleshooting, maintenance, and sustainment activities as required.
- Perform other duties as assigned in support of program and mission requirements
Requirements
- Fluency in English (written and spoken)
- Clearance Eligibility: Maintain a minimum of SECRET US Security clearance which requires US Citizenship Must be able to maintain all required security clearances, access approvals, and program-specific authorizations.
Education
- Bachelor's degree or advanced degree in engineering, computer science, information technology, systems engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- Equivalent combinations of education and relevant experience may be considered where permitted by contract requirements.
Required Skills, Experience & Abilities
- Minimum of 5 years of technical experience supporting modern countermeasures and integration systems, security technologies, video systems, or related mission systems.
- Demonstrated understanding of radio frequency (RF) theory and principles, including the impact of RF systems operating in electronic countermeasures (ECM) environments.
- Experience supporting vehicle movement planning, diplomatic security operations, and countermeasure systems.
- Understanding of insurgent Improvised Explosive (IED) emplacement tactics
- Ability to develop Techniques, Tactics, and Procedures (TTP’s) for deploying vehicles equipped with systems based on the national, local, and emerging Remote Controlled Improvised Explosive Device (RCIED) threat
- Comprehensive knowledge of countermeasures and integration systems used by the U.S. Department of State
- Superior writing and verbal skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Windows operating systems and office automation software (e.g., Microsoft Office, SharePoint)
Preferred Qualifications
- Self-motivated and the ability to work effectively under minimal supervision.
- Ability to interact with all levels of an organization in a professional, diplomatic, and tactful manner.
- Assertive – a good (positive) attitude and ability to work as a member of a cohesive team.
- Ability to multi-task efficiently, work in a fast-paced environment on multiple projects and have strong attention to detail.
- Familiarity with cellular and satellite communications services
- Knowledge or familiarity with basic networking principles
Physical Demands & Work Environment The physical demands and work environment described are representative of those that an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in austere field conditions.
- Ability to lift up to 15 pounds on occasion (e.g., transporting laptop, presentation materials, or small equipment).
- Ability to perform tasks involving typing, cabling, and handling documents.
- Ability to effectively communicate, participate in meetings, and identify issues using appropriate tools and methods
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 20% of the time, which may include extended periods of standing, walking, or navigating airports and government facilities.
- Ability to sit or stand for long periods of time
- Ability to withstand abnormal environmental conditions
- May be required to travel OCONUS to conduct installation, training or maintenance at diplomatic facilities. OCONUS travel may include critical threat locations around the world with austere living conditions.
- Domestic travel may be required for training and program coordination.
- Up to 20% travel
- The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
- Professional office environment with standard office equipment (computers, phones, printers).
- Frequent interaction with clients, executives, and government officials in both in-person and virtual settings.
- Regular travel to customer sites, government facilities, and industry events.
- Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment requiring adaptability and responsiveness.
- Work may occasionally be performed in secure government facilities, requiring adherence to security protocols.
- This position may involve travel to government test sites, training ranges, and operational locations, including potential OCONUS destinations for short periods of time. Work may be conducted in laboratory, workshop, office, and field environments with varying conditions.