Jr. Field Exercise System Engineer
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Job#: 2071422
Job Description:
Field Exercise System Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Aberdeen, MD
Contract: Six month contract to hire
Pay Rate: $53/hr, $110k conversion salary
The Opportunity:
Research & Development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation and progress. Successfully transitioning R&D products from the controlled environment of the lab to dynamic field exercises is crucial for validating their real-world applicability and performance. This process helps our client ensure that groundbreaking technologies are not only theoretically sound but also practically viable, paving the way for their deployment on mission.
The Field Exercise System Engineer will support a small team to perform the planning and execution of field tests and mission exercises to evaluate Electronic Warfare (EW) and Cyber R&D products. This role will support integration of multiple EW and Cyber software and hardware systems to achieve the exercise objectives. Example tasks may include software API design and integration, security boundary definition, tactical network connection, data storage design, requirements derivation, and design of exercise scenarios that accurately reflect real-world conditions and operational challenges. During an exercise, example tasks may include field or exercise logistics, site survey, site preparation, equipment setup, participant coordination, and data analysis to provide feedback to R&D teams to refine and improve product performance.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
Nice If You Have:
#clearance
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Field Exercise System Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Aberdeen, MD
Contract: Six month contract to hire
Pay Rate: $53/hr, $110k conversion salary
The Opportunity:
Research & Development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation and progress. Successfully transitioning R&D products from the controlled environment of the lab to dynamic field exercises is crucial for validating their real-world applicability and performance. This process helps our client ensure that groundbreaking technologies are not only theoretically sound but also practically viable, paving the way for their deployment on mission.
The Field Exercise System Engineer will support a small team to perform the planning and execution of field tests and mission exercises to evaluate Electronic Warfare (EW) and Cyber R&D products. This role will support integration of multiple EW and Cyber software and hardware systems to achieve the exercise objectives. Example tasks may include software API design and integration, security boundary definition, tactical network connection, data storage design, requirements derivation, and design of exercise scenarios that accurately reflect real-world conditions and operational challenges. During an exercise, example tasks may include field or exercise logistics, site survey, site preparation, equipment setup, participant coordination, and data analysis to provide feedback to R&D teams to refine and improve product performance.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
- Experience developing and maintaining system integration documentation including OV-1, sequence diagrams, or interface control documents
- Experience performing software integration of mission planning and execution systems
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
- HS diploma or GED
Nice If You Have:
- 3+ years of experience supporting EW and Cyber missions or development activities
- Experience developing Electronic Warfare (EW) or Cyber scenarios or Master Scenario Event Lists (MSELs) for DoD exercises
- Experience managing field or exercise logistics
- Experience with tactical communication networks
- Experience with spectrum management and frequency request process
- Knowledge of radio communication protocols
- Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) propagation, amplifiers, and antennas
- Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering or a related field
#clearance
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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Job Description:
Field Exercise System Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Aberdeen, MD
Contract: Six month contract to hire
Pay Rate: $53/hr, $110k conversion salary
The Opportunity:
Research & Development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation and progress. Successfully transitioning R&D products from the controlled environment of the lab to dynamic field exercises is crucial for validating their real-world applicability and performance. This process helps our client ensure that groundbreaking technologies are not only theoretically sound but also practically viable, paving the way for their deployment on mission.
The Field Exercise System Engineer will support a small team to perform the planning and execution of field tests and mission exercises to evaluate Electronic Warfare (EW) and Cyber R&D products. This role will support integration of multiple EW and Cyber software and hardware systems to achieve the exercise objectives. Example tasks may include software API design and integration, security boundary definition, tactical network connection, data storage design, requirements derivation, and design of exercise scenarios that accurately reflect real-world conditions and operational challenges. During an exercise, example tasks may include field or exercise logistics, site survey, site preparation, equipment setup, participant coordination, and data analysis to provide feedback to R&D teams to refine and improve product performance.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
Nice If You Have:
#clearance
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Job Description:
Field Exercise System Engineer
Location: Hybrid in Aberdeen, MD
Contract: Six month contract to hire
Pay Rate: $53/hr, $110k conversion salary
The Opportunity:
Research & Development (R&D) is the lifeblood of innovation and progress. Successfully transitioning R&D products from the controlled environment of the lab to dynamic field exercises is crucial for validating their real-world applicability and performance. This process helps our client ensure that groundbreaking technologies are not only theoretically sound but also practically viable, paving the way for their deployment on mission.
The Field Exercise System Engineer will support a small team to perform the planning and execution of field tests and mission exercises to evaluate Electronic Warfare (EW) and Cyber R&D products. This role will support integration of multiple EW and Cyber software and hardware systems to achieve the exercise objectives. Example tasks may include software API design and integration, security boundary definition, tactical network connection, data storage design, requirements derivation, and design of exercise scenarios that accurately reflect real-world conditions and operational challenges. During an exercise, example tasks may include field or exercise logistics, site survey, site preparation, equipment setup, participant coordination, and data analysis to provide feedback to R&D teams to refine and improve product performance.
Join us. The world can't wait.
You Have:
- Experience developing and maintaining system integration documentation including OV-1, sequence diagrams, or interface control documents
- Experience performing software integration of mission planning and execution systems
- Ability to travel up to 25% of the time
- Ability to obtain a TS/SCI clearance
- HS diploma or GED
Nice If You Have:
- 3+ years of experience supporting EW and Cyber missions or development activities
- Experience developing Electronic Warfare (EW) or Cyber scenarios or Master Scenario Event Lists (MSELs) for DoD exercises
- Experience managing field or exercise logistics
- Experience with tactical communication networks
- Experience with spectrum management and frequency request process
- Knowledge of radio communication protocols
- Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) propagation, amplifiers, and antennas
- Bachelors degree in Systems Engineering or a related field
#clearance
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at or .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
Employers have access to artificial intelligence language tools (“AI”) that help generate and enhance job descriptions and AI may have been used to create this description. The position description has been reviewed for accuracy and Dice believes it to correctly reflect the job opportunity.
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