LinQuest is seeking a System Engineer to join our team in Lexington, MA. You will join an Advanced Lasercomm Systems team that is involved in a synergistic combination of research, proof-of-concept test beds, and system engineering/application efforts focused on the goals of enhancing the capacity, the robustness to interference, and the flexibility of future generations of laser communications systems. This is a fully onsite (customer facility) position. Responsibilities will include:
- Implementing software bug fixes and feature enhancements for an enterprise software system.
- Appling a strong programming and scripting skill set to design, develop, and execute system and unit-level tests.
- Supporting upgrades of third-party software interfaces.
- Troubleshooting and resolution of issues during integration, testing, and deployment phases.
- Ongoing support and maintenance of software environments.
Required Skills & Experience:
- BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering or related fields is required
- 10+ years of relevant professional experience in systems engineering, software development, test and evaluation
- US Citizenship and ability to obtain an active Top Secret clearance is required to be considered for this position
- Troubleshooting system level problems
- Scripting using shell and/or Python
- Linux
- System test planning and test execution
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work in a team-oriented environment with minimal supervision
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Familiarity with Red Hat Enterprise Linux
- Familiarity with Java and/or C++
- Familiarity with fundamentals of networking and distributed computing environments, and TCP/IP and UDP protocols
- Familiarity with Matlab
- Familiarity with Elasticsearch database
- Familiarity with Jira and Confluence
- Familiarity with third-party software packages such as ITOS or COSMOS, and GMSEC MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field
- Active Top Secret clearance
Why LinQuest? 20 years of excellence from concept to capability.LinQuest is a national security space leader that enables defense and intelligence missions through advanced digital solutions and the development, integration, and operation of mission control systems. As a recognized thought leader in Digital Engineering and Digital Transformation, LinQuest delivers the technical capability, innovation, agility, and operational expertise to accelerate our Nation's competitive advantage in space. From concept to capability, LinQuest architects integrate end-to-end solutions, enabling Digital Dominance for a Digital Space Force.Benefits:LinQuest offers comprehensive and competitive benefit offerings to our team members to include medical, dental, vision, retirement, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, company paid life insurance, and more!For additional information please visit: Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThe contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)