Systems Engineer III

E-3G Gen 2 Block 40/45 Awacs Mission Crew Training Set (Mcts) Program SupportPLEXSYS is seeking a qualified candidate to support the E-3G Gen 2 Block 40/45 AWACS (Airborne Warning and Control System) Mission Crew Training Set (MCTS) program. The E-3G Gen 2 AWACS MCTS provides a fully functional aircrew mission crew simulator that accurately models the software functionality of the USAF E-3G Sentry aircraft. The MCTS is a non-articulated simulator that is designed to provide training for Air Battle Managers and their respective crew positions through nine different system locations worldwide. The MCTS is a device that provides capabilities to train up to 15 crew members at Operator Workstations (OWS); also known as crew consoles and 8 Instructor Operator Stations (IOS) for Instructor Cadre. The trainer uses aircraft software developed by Boeing and supported by the 558th Software Engineering Squadron (SWES) that includes PLEXSYS' and other COTS training software to facilitate three simultaneous instances function as an independent AWACS.The role of this position is to provide technical expertise and engineering support to implement reachback support to the MCTS systems, software and networks to include:Perform reachback support engineering to MCTS customer requests for software and hardware issues and integrationWorks in cross-functional teams to improve software, systems, and cybersecurity integration and development efficiencies across the PLEXSYS Ecosystem.Explores and provide integration strategies for third-party and partner solutions.Perform General Acceptance and Operational testing, validation and installation of Government, PLEXSYS and other COTS software applicationsPerform system maintenance task preparations and selection of spare parts, support equipment, tools and technical data for MCTS systemsSupport practical test activities and schedules to include providing technical assistance and training on equipment operation and maintenance with customers, vendors, and company representatives.Troubleshoot technical problems and issues to determine technical solution in accordance with product and customer specifications and recommend actions to company or customer representatives for coordinated product solution.Provides system hardware, software, and cyber system troubleshooting and reach back support to on-site personnel and coordinate with organizations as necessary.Provide technical assistance and assess product needs in accordance with customer specificationsProvides technical assistance and expertise on suggested customer changes and technical manualsConducts technical training and product briefing with customers, vendors, and company representatives.Perform connection, disconnection and other network procedures and process for components testing and inspectionTrack and maintain system trends and provides product and system improvement initiativesCoordinate engineering reach back support for software/hardware issues through JIRA, Confluence and other software and resourcesContinuously develops and updates operation and troubleshooting procedures, diagrams and scripts for MCTS hardware and software applications.Track software approvals, versioning changes and annotate required changesCreate and maintain system diagrams (Vizio) for data and network flowCoordinate and communicate with PLEXSYS and customer security personnel cybersecurity posturePerform component level and Operational System Integration Testing (OSIT)Perform field level periodic updates, modifications, and maintenance to systems as requiredProvide comments on suggested customer changes to documented technical manual proceduresAssist with and/or develop operating procedures and manualsExperience working with and configuring systems to meet/maintain Risk Management Framework (RMF) compliancePerforms other duties, as assignedRequirements:Ability to communicate with internal and external customers effectively both oral and writtenStrong communication and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in both a local and virtual Team environment, as well as independentlyMust be organized and detail orientated with demonstrated presentation and customer service skillsAt times, perform physically demanding work including working in tight, restricted access quarters and standing for long periods.Experience working with and configuring systems to meet Risk Management Framework (RMF) complianceAbility to Travel 30% of the year CONUS/OCONUSCurrent or ability to obtain a U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Top Secret security clearance.Ability to obtain/maintain access to work on-site in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.Experience in IT administering within multi-domain environments5-10 years experience with Microsoft Windows and Microsoft OfficeExperience with hardware Fault isolation, repair and part replacementExtensive industry/vendor skillsets/knowledge on Microsoft Windows OS, Red Hat, Linux, VMWare, Active Directory, PowerShell, Splunk, Server 2008-2019 (Dell Switches) etc.Experience with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and software General Acceptance Testing (GAT)Experience with Microsoft Windows and Red Hat Linux operating systems and Microsoft OfficeCurrent DoD 8570 IAT Level II and IAM Level I or higher certification (CompTIA Security+ CE or equivalent certification)Perks:Advancement based on performanceCompetitive wagesValuable benefitsGreat working environmentMedical/Vision/Prescription/Dental BenefitsLife, AD&D and Long Term Disability CoveragePaid Holidays, Military Leave, and Paid Time Off401k Plan with eligibility from first day of employmentEducation reimbursement for job-related courses for full-time employeesPriceClub/COSTCO/Sam's Club annual membershipPLEXSYS Interface Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.