Job Details

Overview

Join a dynamic, multidisciplinary team supporting the deployment and sustainment of advanced ground systems for tactical communication platforms. This role involves hands-on technical work, system integration, and collaboration with engineering and operations teams in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Participate in a cross-functional product team supporting overseas ground segment operations.
• Perform hands-on technical tasks during system installation, integration, and execution activities.
• Support initial deployment, operations, and maintenance of airborne and terrestrial communication systems providing voice and data services.
• Collaborate with engineering, manufacturing, logistics, and operations teams to ensure successful system deployment.
• Serve as on-site technical support during hardware installation, network configuration, software deployment, and system acceptance testing.
• Work closely with government and military personnel, providing troubleshooting, training, and mission execution support.
• Maintain system certifications and stay current with evolving technologies and hardware/software updates.
• Ensure operational readiness of deployed assets and support daily mission objectives.

Qualifications

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field with 2-5 years of experience, or Master's degree with 0-3 years of experience. Equivalent experience or certifications may be considered.
• Experience with network devices, Windows/Linux systems, and system troubleshooting.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings and use standard desktop tools for documentation.
• Proficiency in software installation, IT equipment troubleshooting, and system-level testing.
• Willingness to work extended hours, non-standard shifts, and travel for domestic and international assignments.
• Ability to complete specialized training and certification requirements.
• Must meet physical requirements for field deployment and pass pre-assignment medical evaluations.
• Active Top Secret clearance required; ability to obtain additional access as needed.
• CompTIA Security+ and/or A+ certification (or equivalent experience).

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
• DoD 8570 certification (IAT, IAM, IASAE levels).
• Experience in hardware/software integration, configuration management, and quality assurance.
• Experience in multiple engineering disciplines including systems, network, cybersecurity, and software deployment.
• Familiarity with Microsoft Server, Active Directory, VMware, SAN storage, and Red Hat Linux.
• Scripting experience (Python, PowerShell) and automation tools (Ansible).
• Network certifications and experience with monitoring tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds, Splunk).
• Experience deploying system images and working with secure networks.
• Familiarity with system administration manuals, maintenance instructions, and aeronautical systems.
• Knowledge of cybersecurity compliance (STIGs, ATOs) and voice/data communications.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $80.00 - $100.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, benefits for this temporary role may include:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace and Application

This is a fully onsite position in San Diego, CA. This position is anticipated to close on Oct 15, 2025.

About TEKsystems

TEKsystems is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.