Command and Control Systems Engineer

hackajob is collaborating with MANTECH to connect them with exceptional professionals for this role. MANTECH seeks a motivated, career and customer-oriented Command and Control Systems Engineer to join our team in Doral, FL .

Responsibilities include but are not limited to

Designing, integrating, maintaining, and evaluating command and control (C2) software systems and hardware architectures. Orchestrating C4I data pipelines, tactical data links, and operational common operational picture (COP) workflows across mission networks. Collaborating with cross-functional technical teams, systems architects, and stakeholders to define C2 system interoperability baselines. Conducting system diagnostic evaluations, performance tuning, and technical troubleshooting across enterprise command platforms. Maintaining system configuration baselines, baseline documentation, and engineering control items for C2 infrastructure. Executing system backups, vulnerability patching, and security compliance verification for mission-critical command platforms. Evaluating emerging C2 technologies and recommending technical process improvements to maximize system reliability and scalability.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field with 5+ years of experience in systems engineering. OR a master's degree and 3+ or more years of relevant experience OR an associate's degree and 7+ or more years of relevant experience OR a high school diploma and 9+ or more years of relevant experience Proven experience designing, integrating, and supporting enterprise command and control (C2/C4I) systems and operational architectures. Strong background in system engineering principles, network protocol analysis, database management, and platform integration. Experience maintaining system baselines, configuration management controls, and patch management protocols. Experience creating, maintaining, and communicating complex technical engineering documentation and architecture diagrams.

Preferred Qualifications

Relevant professional certifications such as INCOSE Certified Systems Engineering Professional (CSEP) or CompTIA Security+. Prior experience supporting U.S. Military Command operations, Combatant Command environments, or Department of Defense C4I infrastructure. Familiarity with GCCS, tactical data links, DoD STIG implementation, and automated vulnerability scanning tools (ACAS). Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across multi-disciplinary engineering teams in fast-paced operational environments.

Clearance Requirements

Must hold a current/active top secret security clearance.

Physical Requirements

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 50%. Needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Frequently communicates with co-workers, management, and customers, which may involve delivering presentations. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.