Position Overview

Fairwinds is looking for innovators who can successfully execute across multiple disciplines as part of a small business environment. An ideal candidate would be an out-of-the-box thinker, develop innovative solutions, and provide expertise in an IP connected environment across RF Tactical & Naval Military Solutions to strategic border protection Applications. This would include experience in communications systems, IP-networking & test engineering including SATCOM and terrestrial wireless transmission systems integrated with Software Defined Networking.

Key Responsibilities

• Stay current with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in systems engineering design and development.
• Ability to not shy away from technical challenges and an approach of how it can be done, not how it can't be done.
• Ability to brief non-technical Senior Leadership with experience briefing on highly technical matters.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Computer, Software, Electrical, Electronics, Network Science, or Systems Engineering. Or a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science.
• 2 years’ experience with designing integrated networked solutions for rapid prototyping and quick reaction communications systems.
• Understanding of materials science and thermal management engineering.
• Understanding of open system interfaces and the challenges involved in integrating systems from different manufacturers.
• Cisco CCNA, CompTIA Security+, VMware Certified Professional (VCP) certification.
• Experience with SATCOM, Terrestrial Wireless/Radio, & SD-WAN Aggregation Systems.
• Experience with cyber security infrastructure.
• Experience writing Technical White Papers.
• US Citizen.
• Active Secret or higher DoD Security Clearance.

Additional Preferred Qualifications

• Master of Electrical or Systems Engineering – Or equivalent.
• 5 years’ experience in development of integrated system designs utilizing multiple transmission means including Mobile SATCOM Systems.
• 2 years’ experience with Pacstar Smart Chassis Systems.
• A background in scientific programming using languages such as C, C++, Fortran, Python, Rust, or Julia.

Work Environment

This position is primarily performed in a traditional office environment. Some Remote/Hybrid work is also possible.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

This is a full-time, exempt position, working Monday through Friday; 40 hours per work week; occasional evening and weekend work may be required as job duties demand. Some flexibility in actual work hours may be offered.

Travel

Must be willing to travel 25-30% when required.

Work Authorization/Security Clearance

Must be eligible to work in the US and possess or obtain a Secret level clearance.

Why Join Us:

• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and innovative projects.
• Collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.