What are the responsibilities and job description for the System Engineer position at Emtak?
System Engineer
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Clearance Required: TS/SCI with Polygraph
Telework: Based on tasking
About the Role
We're looking for a System Engineer who enjoys working across the full system engineering lifecycle—from concept and design to integration, documentation, and delivery. In this role, you'll help shape and refine system architectures, produce clear technical documentation and drawings, and support a mission‑focused team that collaborates closely with users, customers, and partner teams. If you're adaptable, curious, and ready to contribute to meaningful mission work, this role offers a strong blend of technical challenge and teamwork.
What You'll Work On
Supporting all phases of the system engineering lifecycle
Designing, modifying, and documenting system architectures
Producing technical documentation and drawing packages
Integrating hardware and software components
Working across both Windows and Linux environments
Performing basic system administration tasks
Collaborating with a small, mission‑driven team and engaging with customers and partner teams
What You Bring
Strong system engineering experience, including documentation and architectural design
Experience with hardware and software integration
Comfort working in both Windows and Linux environments
Experience using Visio or similar diagramming/drawing tools
Basic system administration skills
Willingness to learn, collaborate, and support a mission‑focused environment
Nice to Have
Familiarity with Cisco and Juniper devices
Experience with Ansible or scripting for automation