Edge Systems Engineer

SAIC is seeking a highly motivated Edge Systems Engineer to join our expanding, multi-disciplined team of professionals based out of our Identity and Data Sciences Laboratory (IDSL) in Upper Marlboro, MD.  The ideal candidate will be instrumental in installing, testing, and evaluating on-prem and remote systems and processes that may improve the efficiency, effectiveness, and satisfaction of customer field activities. The IDSL team works with technologies that include biometric and identity acquisition and data processing systems, data capture instrumentation and recording systems, and high throughput screening systems.  The IDSL team operates the internationally recognized Maryland Test Facility (MdTF; http://mdtf.org) to carry out both large- and small-scale laboratory and field evaluations. The candidate will join a multi-disciplined team composed of scientists, engineers, and subject matter experts working to design, build, and execute the test cases required to gather and analyze data needed to make qualitative and quantitative recommendations in support of our customer goals. This is an onsite position based in Upper Marlboro, MD and expects up to 30% travel within the U.S. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Build and configure computer-based data collection systems by integrating and installing necessary assemblies, sub-assemblies, and software at local and remote locations. 

• Setup and configure lighting, power, and other infrastructure in laboratory and field-test environments.

• Execute test and evaluation plans for new generation hardware and software components and systems and generate technical reports documenting findings.

• Develop and execute checklists to monitor laboratory and field infrastructure to ensure reliable operation and detect and repair malfunctions that would impact testing efforts.

• Generate technical documents, drawings, and operator/maintenance procedures.

• Provide technical support services including routine systems maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair.

Required Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant technical discipline and 2+ years of related hands-on experience, a relevant MS, or equivalent military/field experience.

• Candidate must be a US Citizen and able to obtain DHS Suitability Public Trust.

• Able to lift 50lbs and safely use step ladders.

• Understanding of basic computer assembly and setup, software installation, configuration, and maintenance.

• Knowledge of hardware and software platforms integration including computers, cameras, sensors, and networking protocols for local and edge systems connectivity and security best practices. 

• Experience installing and configuring computer-based systems in edge environments including mounting, powering, and communications cabling required for end-to-end operation.

• Proficiency in the proper and safe use of basic hand and power tools.

• Understanding of basic electricity and electronics principles and practices.

• Able to generate technical documentation, drawings, operator/maintenance procedures, test plans, and hardware and software recommendations.

• Knowledgeable in the proper use of handheld test equipment such as DMMs.

• Strong writing skills and ability to clearly explain and document technical plans, findings, and recommendations.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to effectively collaborate with team members as well as interact with customers.

• Able to iterate and adapt system requirements and designs to changing needs and priorities.

Desired Skills/Qualifications:

• Computer operating system installation, configuration and troubleshooting in Windows and Linux (x64/ARM) environments.

• Proficiency with electronic test equipment for signal measurement and diagnostics.

• Developing and executing power, data, and network wiring plans.

• Hands-on scripting/coding/CLI skills in one or more automation packages such as Ansible, Python, Perl, R, Ruby, Java, or .NET.

• Proficient with electrical prototyping skills such as soldering, drawing electrical diagrams, and disassembly