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Maximum Technology Corporation is a small business in Huntsville, AL. MTC that focuses on providing DoD customers with efficient, cost-effective and innovative solutions in data management, software engineering, system engineering, test and evaluation support, information technology, and information system security.

We are searching for a DTS Sim/Stim Systems Integration Engineer to support the C2BMC Distributed Training System Simulation & Stimulation (DTS Sim/Stim) development, integration, fielding, and sustainment activities at Redstone Arsenal, AL.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Primary responsibility is the integration & interoperability of the Distributed Missile Defense System (MDS) framework, weapons and sensor models, and Hardware in the Loop (HWIL) provided by the various element program offices into the DTS Sim/Stim product.

The DTS Sim/Stim is a system of systems consisting of distributed training and exercise frameworks as well as weapons systems and sensor modeling applications. The DTS Sim/Stim is the primary driver that provides the stimulus needed to enable Warfighters to train on their operational Missile Defense systems at their warfighting location.

The Systems Integrator is responsible for coordinating the development and interoperability of the C2BMC Distributed Training System. Responsible for maintaining, installing and planning the current and future iterations of the DTS Sim/Stim equipment.

Responsibilities require involvement in the planning and coordination of software updates among Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and other organizations to facilitate seamless integration of evolving components within the product suite. Tasks include loading, configuration, maintenance, and troubleshooting the various Modeling & Simulation components within the DTS Sim/Stim environment. Integration efforts will include the analysis and troubleshooting of various tactical messaging protocols such as TADIL-J/Link16, VMF, B-Series, BXS/XML, and ADIP formats. Knowledge of networks, protocols, and RHEL commands will be required in the troubleshooting of various interfaces within and external to the DTS Sim/Stim Product Suite.

The DTS SimStim uses a RedHat Enterprise Linux (RHEL) operating system. Administration experience with Linux based Operating Systems, System Security, and maintenance of Commercial-off-the-shelf (COTs) products such as Java and MySQL is highly preferred. Experience operating within a Linux based environment is required.

Additional tasks include aiding team members in troubleshooting, configuration management, architecture and integration of Blue Force Lay-downs (BFL) in accordance with directives. The C2BMC DTS is hosted at the Missile Defense Integration & Operations Center (MDIOC) in Colorado Springs and is a fast paced, multi-contractor environment that has daily interaction with customers. DTS operates 19 hrs a day x 5 days per week. Typically, an employee does not exceed 40 hours per week unless authorized for special events. There may be occasional weekends and off hours work required based on the needs of the Warfighter. The selected candidate must be able to travel worldwide in support of DTS planning, fielding, and system support.

REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's degree in science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics (STEM)
• Minimum 8 years of prior relevant experience
• DOD Secret Security Clearance
• Must be Security + certified or have the ability to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Must possess or obtain a Linux + or comparable Operating System certification
• Proficient in System Administration, configuration management and operations
• Experience in operating a Linux based systems
• Excellent interpersonal and written communication/presentation skills
• Excellent communication and documentation skills
• Aptitude for rapidly learning various operating systems and commands. Must be able to adapt to short term deadlines and work well under pressure.
• Ability to work well within a small team of up to five engineers, but also be self-motivated, able to take the initiative to run a task from start to finish without constant supervision and be able to relay findings in a timely and clear manner
• Must be comfortable to provide briefings and demonstrations or generating documents and artifacts on system capabilities and architectures

DESIRED SKILLS

• Experience with containerization, virtualization, Kubernetes orchestration, Helm chart development and deployment, RESTful API integration, and other technical solutions to maximize efficiency by balancing SW performance with available HW platforms.
• Knowledge of MDS.
• Previous experience in an operations center.
• Previous experience working with SSF, OSF, OSM, EADSIM, JSAF, MDST, FOXSIM, BOA, C2BMC, GFC, or other real-time simulations.
• Familiarity with DIS, TCP, UDP, and Multicast.
• Familiarity with VMF, TADIL-J, S-TADIL J, IBS, ADSI, CNIP, TDACS and other Tactical Data Links. Network connectivity/troubleshooting knowledge and Information Assurance (procedures and patching) background a plus.

This position is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive criminal background check and government security investigation.