Systems Engineer 4

Engineering

Systems Engineer 4 Annapolis, MD Posted: 5/18/2026

Job Description

Job ID#:

218061

Job Category:

Engineering

Position Type:

Associate - W2

Duration:

6 mo

Shift:

1

PDS Defense, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer 4, in Annapolis, MD.

Pay Rate: $51 - $56/hr

Job Description:

We are currently seeking a senior-level Linux Administrator to join the Messaging Application Engineering team. The ideal candidate is a self-starter and a team player with an ambitious and diverse technical background. In addition, this person must be an articulate problem solver who is passionate about standardization, a champion for systematic design, and comfortable working in a highly collaborative/fast-paced environment.

Employees working in Hybrid roles will regularly work >50% onsite and <50% offsite. The ratio of time working on-site will be determined in partnership with your leader.

Primary Responsibilities

• The Linux Administrator is responsible for the sustainment and maintenance of our core servers Linux within a Bare Metal infrastructure to appropriate standards

• and best practices in a fast-paced work environment

• Their responsibilities will include administering system-level procedures; patch management; service layer application; deployment creation; redundancy

• management, and certificate management

• Work with developers to build containerization that promotes automated, continuous integration and accelerates delivery of new products and services

• Install upgrades, configure, test, and support system software

• Some on-site duties include racking devices, cabling, and deploying new systems in multiple data centers. Able to lift 40lbs.

• Perform configurations and adjustments to enhance system performance.

• Perform automated and manual backup and restorative processes

• Ensure the necessary security procedures are implemented and enforced across their work

Qualifications You Must Have:

• Typically requires a degree in Science, Technology, Engineering or Mathematics (STEM) and minimum 3 years of prior relevant experience or an Advanced Degree in a related field and 2 years relevant experience or in absence of a degree, 7 years of relevant experience.

• Experience with the Linux CLI, debugging tools, and network stack

• Working knowledge of core networking, subnetting, firewalls, and routing

• Proficient in configuration, troubleshooting, installation, operation, maintenance, and system administration of Multiple Linux distros such as RHEL and Ubuntu

• Ability to create shell programs and utility scripts

• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve system hardware, software, and connectivity issues

• Ability to work independently in an international, cross-functional team environment, including occasional off-hours tasks and meetings

• Ability to multi-task, prioritizes workload, and successfully handle competing deadlines

• Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future. RTX will not offer sponsorship for this position.

• Must be a U.S. Citizen

• Ability to support hybrid (Primarily on site) schedule at Annapolis Office

Qualifications We Prefer:

• Experience with IBM MQ

• Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, Containerization

• Experience with storage appliances (TrueNAS, FreeNas) with a focus on NAS and ISCSI protocols

• Ability to support a 24x7 rotating on-call schedule will be required in this position

• Occasional travel, as needed, less than 20 days a year.

• Experience working with Configuration Management Systems (git in particular)

• Experience Solaris and ZFS

Benefits offered to vary by the contract. Depending on your temporary assignment, benefits may include direct deposit, free career counseling services, 401(k), select paid holidays, short-term disability insurance, skills training, employee referral bonus, affordable medical coverage plan, and DailyPay (in some locations). For a full description of benefits available to you, be sure to talk with your recruiter.

Job Requirements

Minimum Security Clearance:

No Clearance

Military connected talent encouraged to apply.

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