Nodal Network Systems Engineer

Nodal Network System Engineer

woodcons.com

Location: Annapolis Junction, Maryland, USA

Job Type: Full-Time

Shift: Days

Telework: None

Salary Range: **$150,000 to $170,000

** Salary ranges are based on minimum education and years of experience and may increase based on education and/or experience.

Overview: A Nodal Network System Engineer is needed to provide support for adding new capabilities to a complex system with exacting interface, performance and security requirements. The selected candidate will provide systems engineering expertise in one or more of the following areas: architecture, design, development, requirements analysis, data flow, network design/implementation, testing, and documentation for the system. She/he will analyze user requirements, system architecture, and system requirements specifications, and will provide systems engineering expertise and develop system architecture and system design documentation. 

Application Process: Interested candidates should submit their resume detailing their qualifications and experience.

Security Clearance Requirements:

This position requires all candidates to be U.S. Citizens and possess an active TS/SCI Security Clearance with a Polygraph.

• Support and provide guidance for system development and implementation planning through assessment of system engineering plans and system integration and test plans.

• Support the development of system configuration documentation, including designs for capacity and performance  planning and will perform engineering activities, including risk assessments and analyses of alternatives for a variety of system related issues and concerns.

• Help to define task success criteria and test procedures, and occasional work with the integration, test and development teams to troubleshoot system data flow, configuration and/or hardware issues.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university and at least 8 (eight) years of relevant work experience.
  • Four (4) years of additional systems engineering experience can substitute for a Bachelor's degree.
• Must have at least three (3) years of experience designing and developing large integrated classified systems.
• Must possess a solid understanding of secure systems engineering and development.
• Must be comfortable working on multiple systems and components simultaneously in various configurations.
• Must be capable of performing systems engineering activities in support of Agile teams.
• Must have strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Must be committed to adopting and adhering to best practices.
• Must be able to effectively plan and prioritize tasking and communicate clearly regarding technical options and trade‐offs.
• Must be capable of performing high quality work both independently and with a team, in a fast‐moving environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Software development or shell scripting experience.

• Model Based Systems Engineering experience.

• Experience with the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) methodology or as a member of an Agile team.

• System‐of‐systems integration and development experience using the most up‐todate and/or beta software packages to better predict how future changes/updates/end‐of-life/ discontinuation by hardware and software vendors may affect systems operation as they update or add features to their solutions on which specific operations rely.

Fringe Benefits:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
• Retirement Plan: 401(k) with company match.
• Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy including vacation, sick leave, and holidays.
• Professional Development: Opportunities for training, certifications, and career advancement.
• Work-Life Balance: Flexible work schedules and remote work options.
• Wellness Programs: Employee assistance programs, wellness initiatives, and gym membership discounts.

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Why Join Us?

• Impactful Work: Contribute to critical government projects that make a difference.
• Career Growth: Take advantage of professional development opportunities and career advancement.
• Supportive Environment: Work in a collaborative and flexible environment that values work-life balance.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.

WOOD is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.