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What You Will Do: At Independent Software, as a Level 6 Systems Engineer, you will provide senior-level systems engineering and technical leadership supporting complex laboratory environments and mission systems. You will manage and coordinate lab activities, infrastructure, hardware, software, networking, RF systems, and facility requirements to ensure laboratory capabilities remain operational, secure, organized, and mission ready. This role requires broad technical knowledge across enterprise IT, RF and networking infrastructure, virtualization, Linux environments, and secure facility operations, along with the ability to coordinate technical activities across multiple teams and stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Manage and coordinate laboratory space, activities, resources, and technical infrastructure Develop and maintain lab space utilization plans, diagrams, milestone schedules, and staging-area schedules Coordinate installation, configuration, and integration of servers, networking equipment, RF equipment, racks, switches, modems, digitizers, receivers, and related hardware Maintain and update LAN, wiring, rack elevation, power, and other technical diagrams Support RF configurations, GPS and timing systems, fiber-optic connections, and connectivity between facilities Support Linux and virtualized environments, including Red Hat, CentOS, Kubernetes, and virtual machines Support storage and infrastructure technologies, including NetApp Coordinate equipment inventory, barcoding, shipping/receiving, and hardware placement Support secure lab requirements, system security activities, and applicable security documentation Coordinate EMI testing and other technical testing activities Monitor laboratory safety, cleanliness, space utilization, and infrastructure requirements Provide senior technical leadership and coordinate engineering activities across mission teams Must be available to work during the core hours of 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Required Skills and Qualifications: Extensive Systems Engineering experience supporting complex technical environments Experience managing or coordinating laboratory, integration, test, or similar technical environments Strong hardware knowledge, including servers, networking equipment, racks, switches, storage, and related infrastructure Knowledge of RF systems and components, including RF equipment, switches, modems, digitizers, receivers, timing, and GPS Experience with Linux environments, including Red Hat and/or CentOS Familiarity with Kubernetes, virtualization, and virtual machines Knowledge of networking, fiber-optic connectivity, VPNs, LAN infrastructure, and technical wiring Experience developing or maintaining technical diagrams, rack elevations, wiring diagrams, or infrastructure documentation Knowledge of secure system and facility requirements Strong organizational, coordination, troubleshooting, and communication skills Education and Experience: Candidates must meet one of the following requirements: Bachelor's degree in a Qualified Engineering Field or related discipline from an accredited college or university and twenty (20) years of Systems Engineering experience. OR High School Diploma or GED and twenty-four (24) years of Systems Engineering experience. OR Qualified Engineering Fields include, but are not limited to: Aeronautical, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Management. OR Related disciplines include, but are not limited to: Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or similar technical fields Qualified Engineering Fields include, but are not limited to: Aeronautical, Biomedical, Chemical, Civil, Computer, Electrical, Environmental, Mechanical, Nuclear, Software, Systems Engineering, and Engineering Management. Related disciplines include, but are not limited to: Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, or similar technical fields. Clearance Requirement: Must possess an active TS SCI with appropriate Polygraph to be considered for this role Why Choose Independent Software: At Independent Software, our people are the mission. We’ve built a company around collaboration, integrity, and innovation and we make sure our team has the tools and support to grow, succeed, and thrive. When you join us, you will: Support critical national security missions that matter Be part of a close-knit, employee-first culture where your voice is heard Expand your skills through ongoing training, mentorship, and career development Enjoy competitive compensation, generous benefits, and work-life balance Ready to take the next step in your career? Join us and be part of something bigger. Apply today. We’re an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. 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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
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When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.