Job Title: Systems Engineer III
Duration: 6 months
Location: Allen, TX (Hybrid – Tuesday - Thursday Onsite)
Work Schedule: 8 AM to 4 PM, Monday through Friday
 
Note:

• Own vehicle usage may be required for travel to the Plano UCDC.
• Department Function: WAVE Tactical development focused on Broadband Push-to-Talk interoperability with LMR.
• Relationship with Other Lines of Business: Supports WAVE Tactical Lab infrastructure.
• This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technical environment with an immediate start.

 Summary:
The WAVE Tactical Engineering Team is seeking a skilled Systems Engineer / Contract Lab Manager to facilitate the transition from HPE hardware to Dell with KVM virtualization, replacing the existing VMWare and vSphere solutions. The role involves supporting and maintaining the WAVE Tactical infrastructure, closely collaborating with the Unified Communication Data Center and Quality Assurance Team, and reporting to the Test Manager.
 
Main Responsibilities:

• Develop solutions for managing Dell PowerEdge servers with KVM.
• Update firmware on Cisco and Brocade fiber switches.
• Manage DFS on Windows Server and set up GFS2 for KVM hosts.
• Oversee Windows Server Update Service and monitor servers with Logic Monitor.
• Troubleshoot issues such as storage volumes, pools, firewall configurations.
• Document configuration and management procedures.

 Must-Have Qualifications:

• Extensive hands-on experience in lab environments, preferably scaling 50+ systems.
• Strong understanding of provisioning and boot processes.
• Familiarity with Linux, Windows, Dell server management, and HPE server/SAN management.
• Experience in hardware and OS-level debugging, and firmware upgrades.
• Understanding of network infrastructure (layer 1, 2, and 3).
• Working knowledge of LINUX kernel, modules, and drivers (compiling drivers is a plus).
• Ability to work independently under pressure in dynamic environments.
• Software Proficiency:
• Command line in Windows Server and RHEL.
• Degree Requirement: Bachelor's degree in engineering plus 8 years’ experience.

 Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Experience with HPE Storage, setting up hypervisor labs, Agile methodologies, and Project Management.
• This position offers an opportunity to work in a fast-paced, technical environment with an immediate start.

 Key Contributions

• Document lab configuration and processes within the first 90 to 120 days.

 
Interview Process
Virtual Interview:
Type: Technical & Behavioral
Duration: 1 hour
Camera Required: Yes
Panel: Test Manager & QA Lead
 
Onsite Interview:
Type: Technical
Duration: 1 hour
Arrival Instructions: Report to front desk
Panel: Test Manager & QA Lead 
 
At SPECTRAFORCE, we are committed to maintaining a workplace that ensures fair compensation and wage transparency in adherence with all applicable state and local laws. This position’s starting pay is: $ 45.00/hr.