Software​/Systems Integration Engineer

Systems Engineer (TS/SCI) SOCOM / AFSOC RPA ROC Program – Hurlburt Field, Florida

Leidos seeks a Systems Engineer to support the Air Force Special Operations Command (AFSOC) Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) Operations Center (ROC) program. This role is ideal for mid‑career engineers who want to apply their technical skills in a fast‑paced, operationally focused SOCOM environment where reliability, security, and mission readiness matter every day. Join a distributed engineering team responsible for designing, integrating, securing, and sustaining the IT backbone that supports AFSOC’s RPA enterprise.

• Engineer, integrate, test, and sustain DoD IT systems supporting AFSOC RPA ROC operations
• Deploy and maintain VMware technologies (ESXi, vCenter, Horizon, vSAN, App Volumes)
• Support and troubleshoot VDI environments across multiple sites
• Assist administrators with Windows Server, Windows workstation, and Red Hat Linux configuration
• Integrate new software capabilities into existing data center architectures
• Work with container technologies such as Kubernetes
• Support deployment of new hardware, software, and network capabilities
• Troubleshoot system issues to restore baseline performance

• Work directly with AFSOC/SOCOM customers to refine requirements and support operational needs
• Participate in technical trade studies and provide recommendations for performance, lifecycle, and modernization
• Conduct requirements, functional, and interface analysis

• Develop and execute test plans to validate system functionality
• Produce clear technical documentation, diagrams, O&M guides, and training materials
• Train customer personnel and mentor junior engineers

• Support ISSOs with RMF/ATO documentation, SSPs, POA&Ms, and cybersecurity artifacts
• Ensure systems remain compliant with DoD cybersecurity policies and STIG requirements

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Security+ CE (IAT Level II)
• Bachelor of Science Degree with 4–8 years of experience (or a Master of Science Degree with 2–6 years); additional years of experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Hands‑on experience with VMware (ESXi, vCenter, Horizon, vSAN, App Volumes)
• Experience supporting VDI environments
• Proficiency with Windows Server, Windows workstation, and Red Hat Linux
• Experience applying STIGs and supporting RMF/ATO documentation
• Strong documentation and technical writing skills
• Ability to work independently and within distributed teams
• Willingness to support after‑hours mission needs
• Up to 25% travel

• Experience supporting AFSOC, SOCOM, or special operations programs
• Familiarity with RPA systems, C2 infrastructure, or operations centers
• Experience with MECM, Trellix, certificate authorities
• Kubernetes, Docker, or containerization experience
• P2V migration experience
• VMware certification (VCP)
• Experience with DoD classified/unclassified networks
• Vendor coordination experience
• ISSO or cybersecurity background
• AI/ML familiarity
• Knowledge of NIST 800‑53, ICD 503, DISA STIGs
• CI/CD or Dev Sec Ops  exposure
• CASP+ or advanced certifications

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.