RF Field Engineer (Secret Clearance)

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a RF Field Engineer (Integration & Test) to support Department of Defense programs in San Diego, CA. The team is seeking a skilled system engineer to play a crucial role supporting integration and test of critical networked communication systems.

Clearance: Secret Clearance required

Location: San Diego, CA (100% on-site)

This job opens for applications on 8/13/2025. Applications for this job will be accepted for at least 30 days from the posting date

Responsibilities of the Field Engineer:

• Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation, including test plans and procedures.
• Administer RF/tactical communication systems
• Design configurations to support testing and prototyping of emerging systems.
• Develop troubleshooting guides and workaround documentation for system issues.
• Perform testing on systems and subsystems to ensure functionality and reliability.
• Review system specifications, development plans, testing protocols, and network documentation, providing constructive feedback.
• Install and configure servers running Windows and Linux operating systems.
• Set up and manage core services such as DNS, Exchange, and Active Directory.
• Administer and maintain virtualized environments.
• Deploy, monitor, and manage network infrastructure including switches, servers, and firewalls; diagnose and resolve network-related issues.
• Capture system images and deploy them across environments as needed.

Qualifications of the Field Engineer:

• Bachelors degree and 4+ years of experience with network engineering and system testing
• Active Secret clearance is required
• Experience with Department of Defense (DoD) computer and radio systems
• Working knowledge of routing, switching, protocols, VLANs, IP subnetting, LAN, WAN, etc
• Must possess high proficiency in Linux and Windows
• Must have a high-level understanding of automation and implementation.
• Working knowledge on network security devices (e.g. firewall, NGFW, IPS, IDS)
• Working knowledge on event management systems (e.g. ISE, Splunk, SolarWinds)
• Tactical Data Link familiarity (e.g. CDL, TTNT, L-16, SADL, etc.)
• Live field testing, experience with military communication systems highly desired
• Knowledge of Containerized Virtual Environments is highly desired
• Experience developing scripts in ansible is desired

Compensation of the Field Engineer:

• Total compensation based on experience level - $120,000-$140,000 **based on years of experience**
• Full Benefits: PTO, Paid Holidays, Sick leave as required by state law, Medical, Dental, and Vision, 401k
• Certification/education reimbursement

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