Systems Engineer 2

Description

Markon is seeking a Systems Engineer to support the Fort Meade customer by providing systems engineering expertise for Radio Frequency (RF) data processing and enterprise data flow capabilities. This role supports the design, integration, and sustainment of RF systems, ensuring reliable data ingestion, processing, and network connectivity across mission systems. Working closely with engineers and mission stakeholders, the Systems Engineer develops system designs, manages technical documentation, and supports the operational health of critical data processing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage system requirements, architecture, and engineering solutions supporting RF data processing and mission systems.
• Monitor and maintain Apache NiFi production data flows to ensure reliable data ingestion, processing, and delivery.
• Submit and manage Data Management Requests (DMRs) and Data Change Requests (DCRs) to support system operations and enhancements.
• Develop preliminary system designs and communicate technical solutions to Government stakeholders and engineering teams.
• Coordinate collection and delivery of data samples required for system integration, testing, and validation.
• Support updates to System Security Plans (SSPs), including coordinating requests to add IP addresses and other system changes.
• Monitor system health, identify data flow issues, and resolve data backlogs, processing errors, and customer data formatting issues.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including RF antenna drawings, network diagrams, and system architecture documentation.
• Create and maintain data flow diagrams documenting network connectivity and system interfaces.
• Utilize Jira and Confluence to document engineering activities, manage technical tasks, and support Agile collaboration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to support system integration, testing, deployment, and operational sustainment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI w/ Polygraph with this Customer. 
• Active IAT Level II (DoD 8570/8140 compliant) certification (e.g., Security+).
• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering Science, Engineering Management, or a related technical discipline, and 14+ years of systems engineering experience. Five (5) additional years of systems engineering experience may be substituted for a bachelor's degree.
• Experience with Radio Frequency (RF) systems, including analog-to-digital data flow and conversion processes.
• Experience supporting Apache NiFi or comparable enterprise data flow technologies.
• Experience developing system designs, engineering documentation, and technical diagrams.
• Experience creating and maintaining RF antenna drawings, network diagrams, and data flow diagrams.
• Experience supporting data management processes, system integration, and operational troubleshooting.
• Experience using Jira and Confluence to support engineering documentation and collaboration.
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience supporting Intelligence Community RF collection or signal processing systems.
• Experience with enterprise data ingestion, ETL, or streaming data architectures.
• Experience supporting system security documentation and configuration management processes.
• Experience working within Agile software or systems engineering environments.

Salary Range

Overview

Eager to join a team where your skills are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your impact is profound? Look no further than Markon, a premier consulting firm deeply dedicated to advancing our nation's most critical missions.

At Markon, we don't just offer jobs – we offer opportunities for personal and professional transformation. Empowering our employees to lead, innovate, and excel, we foster an environment where new ideas are not just welcomed but celebrated. As a perennial Washington Post Top Workplace, we prioritize the well-being and success of our team members, ensuring they can bring their best selves to work.

Headquartered in Falls Church, Virginia, Markon has garnered national recognition for our unwavering dedication to excellence in serving the intelligence community, as well as federal civilian and defense agencies. Our growing reach extends across 17 states, 116 countries, and 5 continents, where our team of dynamic professionals collaborates to deliver unparalleled program and project management services.

Markon values people and the tremendous impact each individual can make – which is why we’re consistently recognized as one of the best places to work in federal government consulting. Here, you can help solve the nation’s most important challenges, surrounded by colleagues who help you grow, advance, and succeed. We are deeply dedicated to what matters – bringing out the best in each other to advance our clients’ missions.Join us and make a meaningful impact.

Markon is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Benefits Offered: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, EAP, Training and Tuition Assistance, Paid Time Off, and Holidays.