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Lead Systems Engineer

The Lockwood Group LLC

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Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
Unspecified
No Traveling
IT - Networking
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD (On-Site/Office)

Project Overview – PTSS C5ISR Hardware & Software Program
The Lockwood Group supports a C5ISR hardware and software program for a U.S. Army customer located at Aberdeen Proving Ground (APG), MD. This effort provides product technical support services for systems and equipment produced, fielded, modified, or sustained under PdM Network Modernization (NetMod) and PdM Mission Network within the Project Manager Tactical Network (PM TN), Program Executive Office C3T (PEO C3T).

The program ensures tactical network systems remain secure, scalable, and Fully Mission Capable (FMC) in support of Army modernization and operational readiness objectives.

Position Overview
The Lead Systems Engineer provides senior technical leadership for tactical network engineering efforts, overseeing system design, integration, modernization, and sustainment activities. This role leads engineering teams, ensures architectural integrity across systems, and serves as a primary technical interface with Government stakeholders.

The position requires extensive experience in DoD systems engineering environments and a strong understanding of secure communication networks operating across multiple platforms in dynamic military settings.

Key Responsibilities
Lead, manage, and mentor a team of systems engineers supporting tactical network initiatives

Translate operational and user requirements into system, hardware, and software specifications and architectural designs

Oversee integration of new tactical network components into existing infrastructures

Direct development and execution of system and integration test strategies

Lead solutions to complex systems engineering challenges involving technology insertion and new product integration

Design and maintain modular system architectures with standardized interfaces to ensure scalability and adaptability

Manage network connectivity across platforms including ground vehicles, airborne assets, and command centers

Supervise installation and configuration of unit-specific system settings and Internet Protocol (IP) parameters aligned with System Architecture and Lightweight Directory Interchange Format (LDIF) requirements

Ensure PdM NetMod and PdM Mission Network systems achieve and maintain Fully Mission Capable (FMC) status following fielding, reset, or upgrade activities

Deliver technical briefings and communicate effectively with Government leadership and cross-functional teams

Required Qualifications
Bachelor of Science degree

Minimum 15 years of relevant experience as a Systems Engineer or performing Systems Engineering-related activities

Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining secure communication networks in military or field-based environments

Experience integrating existing infrastructures with new tactical network components

Experience managing network connectivity across ground, airborne, and command platforms

Demonstrated ability to decompose systems into components and manage interface relationships

Experience designing scalable modular systems with standardized interfaces

Active DoD Secret clearance

U.S. Citizenship required

Preferred Qualifications
Minimum 5 years supporting systems engineering technologies within the Department of Defense

Familiarity with network protocols, routing technologies, data link layers, and encryption mechanisms

Experience with embedded systems testing, integration testing, and systems-level validation

Familiarity with modeling or simulation tools to evaluate system performance

DoD 8570/8410 IAT Level II certification

Experience supporting programs at Aberdeen Proving Ground

Physical Requirements
Ability to remain stationary approximately 50% of the time

Occasional movement within an office environment

Ability to communicate effectively with coworkers, management, and customers, including delivering technical presentations

Why Join The Lockwood Group
At The Lockwood Group, our Six Core Values — Ethics & Integrity, Customer Commitment, Leadership, Innovation & Problem Solving, Service, and Positivity — are the foundation of our culture and define how we operate every day. These values shape the way we support one another internally and how we engage with our clients externally.

We are building a team centered on innovation, disciplined execution, and service. This opportunity allows you to lead high-visibility Army tactical network modernization initiatives while growing within a company committed to leadership development and meaningful mission impact.

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including:

Paid Time Off

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with Company match

Health and wellness benefits

Professional development opportunities
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