Overview
On Site
USD 104,650.00 - 189,175.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Surveillance
ISR
Software Testing
Systems Engineering
Enterprise Software
Interfaces
Integration Testing
Quality Assurance
Manual Testing
Automated Testing
Information Assurance
Impact Analysis
Information Architecture
Training
Research Design
Computer Networking
Database Administration
Software Development Methodology
DevSecOps
Security Clearance
Testing
C4ISR
Software Development
Agile
Scrum
Kanban
DevOps
Ansible
Progress Chef
Puppet
BMC
DoD
Linux
Microsoft Windows Server
Microsoft Operating Systems
Electrical Engineering
Computer Engineering
Computer Science
Information Technology
Dell
Servers
NetApp
Microsoft Windows
Microsoft Windows Server 2008
VMware
VMware vSphere
VMware ESXi
Hyper-V
Collaboration
Communication
Job Details
Systems Engineer - DCGS-N Support
Location: North Charleston, SC
Mission Overview
Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to support the Distributed Common Ground System-Navy (DCGS-N) Family of Systems (FoS) in North Charleston, SC. DCGS-N is the Navy's premier Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) processing system. In this role, you will contribute to the automation of intelligence software testing within PMW 120's Systems Engineering Division. The ideal candidate will have administrator-level understanding in n-tier enterprise application, architecture, and a strong aptitude for following detailed installation and integration procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
Basic Qualifications:
Preferred Qualifications:
EIO2024
At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."
If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.
Original Posting:
October 17, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
Location: North Charleston, SC
Mission Overview
Leidos National Security Sector is seeking a highly skilled Systems Engineer to support the Distributed Common Ground System-Navy (DCGS-N) Family of Systems (FoS) in North Charleston, SC. DCGS-N is the Navy's premier Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) processing system. In this role, you will contribute to the automation of intelligence software testing within PMW 120's Systems Engineering Division. The ideal candidate will have administrator-level understanding in n-tier enterprise application, architecture, and a strong aptitude for following detailed installation and integration procedures.
Key Responsibilities:
- Analyze system functions and document interfaces to support integration, testing, and quality assurance.
- Translate manual test procedures into automated test cases for System Operational Verification Tests (SOVTs) and Information Assurance (IA) mitigations.
- Integrate, script, configure, and document software tools tailored to specific DCGS-N requirements.
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in a related field with 10+ years of relevant IT experience (additional experience, training, or certifications may substitute for degree).
- Demonstrated experience in research, design, testing, and development of computer/network software or specialized utility programs, including database maintenance.
- Proficiency in modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps/DevSecOps).
- U.S. Citizenship; Currently possessing an Active TS/SCI clearance.
- Agile Developer or Certified Scrum Developer certification.
- Minimum of 4 years supporting design, testing, deployment, or operations of DCGS-N or other C4ISR programs.
- Experience with full software development lifecycle using Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban).
- Familiarity with DevOps tools for automation (e.g., Ansible, Chef, Puppet, BMC).
- Current DoD 8140 IAT Level II certification.
- Hands-on experience with VMware, Linux, Windows PC, and Windows Server environment.
- Ability to travel up to 25%, including possible periods of being underway aboard U.S. Navy ships.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Master's or Bachelor's degree in a quantitative discipline (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology).
- Experience with Dell Windows Servers and NetApp storage solutions.
- Familiarity with MS Windows, Windows Server (2008 R2-2019), VMware (vCenter, vSphere, ESXi), and MS Hyper-V.
- Prior experience in COMPOSE, ISNS, or CANES environments.
- Strong collaboration skills and ability to thrive in a team of highly skilled professionals.
- Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
EIO2024
At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."
If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.
Original Posting:
October 17, 2025
For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $104,650.00 - $189,175.00
The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.
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