Perks and Benefits
Do you get excited about learning new technologies, problem solving, and influencing outcomes?
We know that cybersecurity and its technologies evolve at a rapid pace. The defense community needs an engineering partner who can not only keep up but bring the technical expertise and passion necessary to solve the new hardest problems — and do it well. GIGATEC's highly engaged, agile team does just that, with innovative solutions for every mission-critical challenge.
If your answer is an enthusiastic "yes" then please keep reading!
Our team is passionate about defending national security and mastering new tech, so we give our engineers exactly what they need to do both: unlimited upskilling, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and 100% paid healthcare, plus flexible benefits.
We are seeking Systems Engineers who wish to accelerate their skills and focus on tackling the most difficult challenges of the US Government, in one of the most exciting areas of the mission available. GIGATEC offers the best salaries and benefits packages available, where you are at the center of our motivation.
NOTE – Our positions require a Top Secret clearance, as well as Counterintelligence and Lifestyle polygraphs. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa.
Requirements
What You’ll Be Doing (We don’t love the bullet points, but we love the work!)
In this Systems Engineering role, you'll play a crucial role as a key member of the team where you'll have the exhilarating opportunity to make an impact, entrusted with the vital task of defining and securing approval for system components - from requirements and designs to interfaces and test procedures.
But that's not all! You'll be creating documentation that bridges the gap between hardware and software developers. This isn't just a job; it's your chance to leave a lasting mark, driving projects and transformation!
Required Skills
– Manage system requirements and derived requirements to ensure the delivery of production systems that are compatible with the defined system architecture(s) — Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Service-oriented Architecture (SOA), etc.
– Contribute to the development of sections of systems engineering documentation such as System Engineering Plans, Initial Capabilities Documents, Requirements specifications, and Interface Control Documents
– Assist with the development of system requirements, functional requirements, and allocation of the same to individual hardware, software, facility, and personnel components
– Coordinate the resolution of action items from Configuration Control Board (CCB) meetings, design reviews, program reviews, and test reviews that require cross-discipline coordination
– Participate in an Integrated Product Team to design new capabilities based upon evaluation of all necessary development and operational considerations
Desired Skills
• Circuit Switched and Mobile Telephony signaling types, networks and systems, including audio encoding/decoding (7 years)
• Specific communications protocols (e.g. GSM, CDMA, 5G, HTS, etc.) and associated community tools
• Application Development for ipv4 and ipv6 packet switched networks (i.e. L2, L3), protocols (i.e. VOIP) and technologies (VPNs, encapsulation)
• Digital forensics tools such as Wireshark
• Deep knowledge of the OSI network stack and associated protocols across layers 2-7.
• All protocol stacks for data transfer, to include but not limited to Routing protocols, Encapsulation, Tunneling and encryption, legacy protocols (i.e. SONET)
• Experience with JIRA, Atlassian Suite
Qualifications
– (10) years’ experience
– Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related discipline

At GIGATEC, we specialize in engineering advancements across cybersecurity, software development, and systems integration. Our expertise in Systems, Cloud, and Data Engineering allows us to deliver robust, tailored solutions for the evolving digital landscape. As a trusted defense partner, we enhance security protocols and innovate to enable mission success.
Cybersecurity: Our cybersecurity efforts are centered on protecting our clients' most critical assets. We utilize leading-edge technologies and methodologies to defend against cyber threats, ensuring data integrity, confidentiality, and availability across all platforms and systems.
Software Development: Our software development capabilities are comprehensive, encompassing everything from initial system planning and design to implementation and maintenance. Our skilled developers and engineers specialize in creating scalable, efficient, and secure software solutions that drive business success.
Systems Integration: By integrating Systems, Cloud, and Data Engineering, we ensure that all components work seamlessly together, enhancing system functionality and performance. Our strategic approach to cloud and data engineering allows us to optimize data workflows and infrastructure, thereby enabling more efficient and effective processing and storage solutions.
Our Culture: We cultivate a workplace steeped in camaraderie and a sense of belonging, where laughter and upskilling are encouraged. We empower our team to achieve excellence and serve our customers passionately. We celebrate our successes together, making a significant impact with a smile. After all, we believe that the best sparks of problem solving often fly in the midst of a good laugh and a strong cup of coffee!
If you’re looking to make a meaningful impact in mission-critical areas and be a part of a team dedicated to excellence, we invite you to connect with us. Let’s explore how we can collaborate to protect and defend against cyber threats.