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Simplex

Systems Engineer - Contract

Austin, TX · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

You will have great communication skills, and most importantly, you will be a hands-on Systems Engineer familiar with the Microsoft Suite of products. This will be a six-month contract with the ...

Simplex

Systems Engineer - Contract

Austin, TX · On-site

$45 - $55/hr

You will have great communication skills, and most importantly, you will be a hands-on Systems Engineer familiar with the Microsoft Suite of products. This will be a six-month contract with the ...

Simplex

Systems Engineer - Contract

Austin, TX · On-site

You will have great communication skills, and most importantly, you will be a hands-on Systems Engineer familiar with the Microsoft Suite of products. This will be a six-month contract with the ...

Swoon Group

Systems Engineer

San Mateo, CA · On-site

$50 - $60/hr

This is a 9-month contract located in California! What your day-to-day will look like * Build AI ... AI Systems Engineer Contract Role - 9-month contract Location - California Hourly Rate - $50 - $60 ...

Protingent

Systems Engineer

Granite Bay, CA · On-site

$60 - $90/hr

Protingent Staffing has an exciting Systems Engineer contract opportunity. Job Responsibilities: * Apply systems engineering principles across requirements development, architecture, design ...

Belcan

Avionics Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$52/hr

Avionics Systems Engineer contract positions in Phoenix, AZ are available at Belcan supporting one of our aerospace customers. We are seeking System Engineers with at least 5 years of experience and ...

Marencor

System Engineer

Grand Rapids, MI · On-site

System Engineer - Contract Location: Grand Rapids, MI - Candidate must relocate/Hybrid Duration: 6+ Months Install, configure, and support an organization's local area network (LAN), wide area ...

Belcan, LLC

Avionics Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$52 - $96/hr

Avionics Systems Engineer contract positions Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan supporting one of our aerospace customers. We are seeking System Engineers with at least 5 years of experience ...

Belcan

Avionics Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$52 - $96/hr

Avionics Systems Engineer contract positions Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan supporting one of our aerospace customers. We are seeking System Engineers with at least 5 years of experience ...

Belcan

Avionics Systems Engineer

Phoenix, AZ · Hybrid

$52 - $96/hr

Avionics Systems Engineer contract positions Phoenix, AZ 85027 are available at Belcan supporting one of our aerospace customers. We are seeking System Engineers with at least 5 years of experience ...

Stefanini, Inc

$77K - $105K/yr

Contract Duration: Long Term Shift: 1 Remaining Positions: 1 Stefanini Group is hiring! Stefanini is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer in Plymouth MN 55441 Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer ...

Stefanini, Inc

Senior Systems Engineer

Plymouth, MN · On-site

$109K - $149K/yr

Contract Duration: Long Term Shift: 1 Remaining Positions: 1 Stefanini Group is hiring! Stefanini is looking for a Senior Systems Engineer in Plymouth MN 55441 Job Title: Senior Systems Engineer ...

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As of Sep 9, 2026, the average yearly pay for systems engineer contract in the United States is $127,215.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $157,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Systems Engineer Contract job is a temporary or project-based position where an engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining complex systems. These roles often involve working with hardware, software, networking, and security components to ensure system functionality and efficiency. Contract Systems Engineers may work for a specific duration or on a particular project for a company, typically through a consulting firm or as independent contractors. They are expected to collaborate with cross-functional teams, troubleshoot issues, and optimize system performance. The contract terms, duration, and scope of work can vary based on the employer's needs.

What are the typical responsibilities and challenges of a systems engineer contract?

As a Systems Engineer working on a contract basis, your daily responsibilities usually include managing infrastructure deployments, configuring and maintaining servers, troubleshooting system issues, and optimizing network performance for client projects. You may face challenges such as quickly adapting to new environments, understanding legacy systems, or integrating new technologies with existing IT infrastructure. Contract roles often require working independently while effectively collaborating with internal IT teams, project managers, and other stakeholders. This environment provides valuable exposure to diverse industries and technical challenges, which can greatly enhance your experience and open avenues for future permanent or advanced contract opportunities.

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To thrive as a Systems Engineer Contract, you need a strong background in systems architecture, troubleshooting, and integration, typically supported by a degree in computer science or engineering. Familiarity with tools such as VMware, Linux/Windows server environments, cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure), and relevant certifications like CompTIA, Cisco, or Microsoft are highly valued. Excellent problem-solving, time management, and communication skills set top candidates apart in contract roles where autonomy and collaboration are both crucial. These skills and attributes ensure efficient delivery, adaptability to different project requirements, and successful collaboration in dynamic technical environments.

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Infographic showing various Systems Engineer Contract job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 58% Full Time, and 42% Contract. Highlights an 92% In-person, and 8% Hybrid job distribution, with an average salary of $127,215 per year, or $61.2 per hour.

Systems Engineer - Contract

Austin, TX • On-site

Simplex
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$45 - $55/hr

Contractor

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

We are working with a successful Agency in Austin, Texas, to find a Systems Engineer to join a small team.

The project is to maintain, improve, and configure systems for the Agency. This is an Infrastructure project, and you will work directly with the Senior Systems Engineers in the Agency.

The ideal candidate will be able to work autonomously on this project and collaborate with the Senior Engineers already on the team. You will have great communication skills, and most importantly, you will be a hands-on Systems Engineer familiar with the Microsoft Suite of products.

This will be a six-month contract with the potential of a permanent position at the end. You will need to be and will be based in Austin, or commutable to downtown. This position is on-site in central Austin.

Responsibilities

  • You will maintain, improve, and configure the Microsoft environment according to the needs of the users and projects. 
  • Build a portfolio of policies, tools, and processes used to recover or continue operations of critical IT infrastructure situations
  • You will be required to perform upgrades, maintenance, and troubleshooting on the system and Hardware (It's a Dell Hardware Environment )

Bonus points

  • A Microsoft Certification in Systems Engineer (MCSE) 
  • Government or state experience helpful but not essential.

Benefits

If this position is of interest, please can you forward your most up-to-date resume highlighting your relevant skills and the W2 rate you are looking for?

This will be a W2 contract, and we can not sponsor or engage C2C