Systems Engineer III / Senior - Virtualization & Hypervisor Platforms (VMware / Red Hat)

Job Summary Seeking a Systems Engineer III / Senior to support the Test and Development Center (TDC) virtualization environment at Hanscom AFB, MA. The role serves as the primary engineering resource responsible for hypervisor platform sustainment, virtual machine lifecycle management, architecture support, automation, and integration of new mission software capabilities into a secure DoD environment. Location Hanscom AFB, MA 200 Hanscom Dr Bedford, MA 01730, USA Responsibilities Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system‑level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance are achieved in accordance with approved specifications. Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design, and test results to assure subsystem and system performance in accordance with program specifications. Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective action using engineering economy principles. Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems. Provide system/program engineering, technical support, and training to support programs/initiatives, including acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding, installation, and operations oversight. Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force SEAM processes. Perform problem/gap definition, trade space analysis, science and technology roadmap analysis, set‑based design for concept development, Multi‑Objective Decision Analysis (MODA), and cost versus capability trade‑off analysis. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must be a U.S. citizen. Secret security clearance. Advanced degree (MA/MS) OR Computer Science degree and 12 years of experience in software systems, of which 5 years must be in the DoD; OR a BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science, of which 5 years must be in the DoD with software systems; OR 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, of which 8 years must be in the DoD with software systems. Salary The expected annual salary range: $168,000 – $182,000. Salary is dependent on the role and associated responsibilities, candidate experience, and qualifications, including education, training, and key skills. EEO and Legal Statements All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check. This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60‑741.5(a) and 41 CFR 60‑300.5(a). This employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr Applied Research Solutions