Senior Systems Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

About Chartis Federal

Chartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.

Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years. At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.

This position is contingent upon award.

Position Overview

We are seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to be responsible for the analysis, design, development, and implementation support of tactical communications systems and applications.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide technical system support, including needs analysis and proposal generation design
• Address Government technical design questions and issues
• Demonstrate expertise in communication system topologies, including conventional tactical communications systems (e.g., OTAR, trunking, data), microwave, VoIP, and IT architectures
• Support design of sites, systems, and technical solutions to meet operational requirements per technical standards and DHS direction
• Perform propagation modeling, simulation, and CAD analysis using tools such as Comarco/EDX, Hertz Warfare, and Spectrum-E
• Support equipment integration, testing, optimization, and deployment
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide engineering recommendations to minimize cost and improve performance

Requirements:

• Experience with P25 tactical communications systems similar in scope and magnitude to DHS’s nationwide TACCOM network
• Demonstrated expertise in communication system topologies, including conventional tactical communications systems (e.g., OTAR, trunking, data), microwave, VoIP, and IT architectures
• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Telecommunications, or a related field
• Minimum 10 years of equivalent experience
• Working knowledge of DHS Systems Engineering Life Cycle (SELC) processes
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust suitability determination
• U.S. citizenship required

Preferred Qualification:

• Experience with RF propagation modeling software (Comarco/EDX, Hertz Warfare, Spectrum-E)
• Familiarity with Motorola R56 standards and site engineering practices
• Professional Engineer (PE) license

Why Join Chartis Federal?

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Retirement plans with company contributions
• Professional development opportunities and career growth support
• A dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valued

At Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions. Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.

Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.