SAIC · Reston, Virginia, US, US
SAIC is seeking a mid-level Field Support Engineer to operate NSITE and OPDASH software in support of Missile Defense Agency test execution activities. The candidate will perform hardware integration, maintain configuration documentation, and validate system configurations to support information assurance certification. This role requires self-motivation, technical proficiency, and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
About the Role
You will support critical Missile Defense Agency test execution activities, including flight tests, ground tests, and wargames. Your responsibilities will include operating NSITE and OPDASH software, coordinating hardware integration, and maintaining configuration management documentation using Microsoft Visio. You must be a self-starter with strong IT troubleshooting skills, experience with Cisco networking, and proficiency in Windows 10 and Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate will have a Secret Clearance or be able to obtain one. This is a full-time, onsite role with minimal travel requirements. Join a mission-driven team that delivers complex engineering solutions for national defense.
What You Will Do
Operate NSITE and OPDASH software based on Missile Defense Agency event support requirements
Support NSITE and OPDASH Software field testing and reporting
Coordinate and interact with site personnel to perform hardware integration
Maintain configuration management documentation (Microsoft Visio) and verify system configurations
Identify system engineering requirements from customer goals and objectives
What We Are Looking For
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Strong interpersonal skills and reporting practices
Basic Information Technology (IT) principles and troubleshooting experience
Experience with Internet Protocol (IP) networks and Cisco networking equipment
Security+ and either a Microsoft OS or Cisco certification
Strong Windows 10 OS configuration experience
Strong Microsoft Office skills
Strong Microsoft Visio skills
Nice to Have
Current A+ and/or Network+ Certifications
Understanding of Network, System Integration and Test Environment (NSITE) software
UHF Tactical Radio operation experience
Functional understanding of tactical interoperability equipment to include Air Defense Systems Integrator (ADSI), Link Monitoring and Management Tool (LMMT), Joint Range Extension (JRE) or like systems
Familiarity with the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) test planning and procedures
Familiarity with Missile Defense Agency interoperability message sets (such as VMF, B-Series, XML)
Understanding of common tactical data link (TADIL) messages and message interactions
Familiarity with WireShark and/or OmniPeek software
Familiarity with HBSS components and general information assurance practices
If you are a self-motivated, technically skilled professional with a passion for national defense and mission-critical systems, we want to hear from you. Apply today to join SAIC’s mission-driven team.