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Overview

We are seeking 2 dynamic Systems Engineer's specializing in Hardware Deployment and Tech refresh to join our team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work at the forefront of technology infrastructure engineering, supporting complex distributed systems and cloud environments. You will be instrumental in deploying, maintaining, and troubleshooting hardware systems that underpin vital government operations. Your expertise in virtualization, automation, and system design will drive operational excellence and ensure seamless IT infrastructure performance.

Minimum allowable experience:

• *Junior Engineer: Bachelor's Degree + 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
• *Intermediate Engineer: Bachelor's Degree + 5 to 10 years of relevant experience

Duties:

Hardware Deployment & Installation

• Develop deployment support documentation, installation procedures, and technical artifacts for customer deployments.
• Work with management and engineering teams to develop deployment specifications and hardware configurations.
• Install, configure, test, and validate hardware systems at FAA customer locations.
• Perform technology refresh activities, equipment upgrades, and system modernization efforts.
• Troubleshoot installation issues, hardware failures, boot-up problems, and system malfunctions.
• Support equipment staging, configuration, and pre-deployment testing activities.

Site Preparation & Logistics

Prior to deployment activities, support:

• Review and verification of hardware and software inventories.
• Equipment receiving, unpacking, inspection, and inventory validation.
• Hardware staging and pre-configuration activities.
• Asset tagging and labeling for deployment locations.
• Coordination of shipment and delivery schedules with onsite support teams.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain electronic maintenance logs and deployment records for each supported site.
• Record all maintenance activities, upgrades, system modifications, and corrective actions.
• Provide completed deployment documentation to FAA site personnel.
• Consolidate supply records and prepare technical reports.

Customer Support & Training

• Serve as a primary point of contact for deployment and maintenance-related customer issues.
• Work directly with FAA personnel to resolve operational and technical challenges.
• Provide On-the-Job Training (OJT) on system maintenance activities.
• Support hardware and software installations, firmware upgrades, and maintenance procedures.
• Deliver exceptional customer service while operating in mission-critical environments.
• Work with management and engineering teams to develop deployment specifications and hardware configurations.
• Install, configure, test, and validate hardware systems at FAA customer locations.
• Perform technology refresh activities, equipment upgrades, and system modernization efforts.
• Troubleshoot installation issues, hardware failures, boot-up problems, and system malfunctions.
• Support equipment staging, configuration, and pre-deployment testing activities.

Required Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's Degree in:

• Computer Science
• Engineering
• Mathematics
• Or a closely related technical discipline

Technical Experience

• Experience supporting hardware deployment, installation, testing, and maintenance in complex technical environments.
• Experience implementing, diagnosing, and maintaining system equipment.
• Experience with debugging, fault isolation, root cause analysis, and issue resolution.
• Experience using hand tools and power tools for equipment installation and maintenance.
• Experience troubleshooting hardware installation and boot-up issues.
• Experience supporting medium-to-large hardware refresh or deployment projects, preferably within a government environment.

Professional Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent organizational, prioritization, and time management skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with customers, stakeholders, and team members.
• Ability to work independently and within a collaborative team environment.
• Ability to perform effectively in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments supporting mission-critical systems.
• High level of quality focus and attention to detail.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and move equipment weighing at least 30 pounds.
• Ability to perform installation and maintenance activities in equipment rooms and technical facilities.

Travel & Work Schedule

• Frequent travel to FAA and customer sites nationwide.
• Ability to respond to schedule-driven deployment requirements and maintenance call-backs.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting FAA programs.
• Knowledge of FAA operations, procedures, and organizational structure.
• Understanding of the operational impact of system installation and testing activities on FAA facilities.
• Experience working in highly available operational environments where downtime must be minimized.
• Familiarity with system certification processes following maintenance or relocation activities.

What You'll Gain

• Opportunity to support critical systems within the National Airspace System.
• Hands-on work with mission-critical infrastructure and emerging technologies.
• Nationwide travel opportunities.
• Exposure to large-scale federal technology modernization programs.
• Collaborative work environment with experienced engineers and technical professionals.
• Opportunities for career growth from Junior through Senior engineering levels.

Join us to be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation and technical excellence! Your expertise will directly contribute to safeguarding critical national infrastructure while advancing your career in a fast-paced environment that encourages growth through cutting-edge technology solutions.

*Your pay will be per your specific skills, background, and work history.

Company Description EIT, Inc. is an award-winning SBA-certified Small Business that has been enhancing the safety and security of air travel since 1995. As a trusted government contractor, the company has delivered successful performance on large, complex programs for agencies such as the FAA, NASA, DOT, DHS, and DoD. EIT provides a full range of business and engineering services, including program management, engineering and technology, information technology, and research and development. The company began by supporting the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center near Atlantic City, NJ and now serves federal clients across the United States. Team members join a mission-driven organization focused on innovation, reliability, and public safety.