What are the responsibilities and job description for the Field Installations and Integration Lead (Install Team) position at Systems Technology Forum?
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Company Overview
Systems Technology Forum LTD (STF) is an established industry partner with a passion for exceptional performance and an unwavering commitment to our clients. As a premier provider of management, engineering, information technology, and logistics services, STF is committed to delivering high-quality systems engineering, technical and professional support services that meet and exceed deliverable requirements.
STF offers superior out-of-the-box solutions to end-to-end problems and customer-centric support to the United States Government, Military, Department of Defense (DoD), and other federal agencies.
Job Summary
The Field Installations and Integration Lead (Install Team) plans, coordinates, and executes the physical and virtual installation of Navy C4I and STACC systems under PMW 790. This position bridges engineering design and field execution, ensuring all installations meet configuration, cybersecurity, and performance standards. The engineer collaborates with multiple technical teams and government stakeholders to deliver fully validated, operationally ready systems at shore and expeditionary sites.
Responsibilities and Duties
• Lead installation planning, scheduling, and coordination across engineering, logistics, cyber, and fleet-support teams.
• Conduct pre-installation site surveys, review drawings and BOMs, and validate site readiness.
• Develop installation plans, work scopes, and installation documentation packages in alignment with approved engineering baselines.
• Oversee or perform hardware rack-and-stack, cable management, and system configuration during onsite installs.
• Execute System Operational Verification Tests (SOVTs) and provide installation reports, as-built drawings, and issue logs.
• Coordinate Fielding Review and Configuration Board (FRCB) inputs and support configuration-control documentation.
• Facilitate onsite training and turnover to local administrators or operational personnel.
• Ensure all installation activities comply with safety, environmental, and cybersecurity requirements.
• Serve as technical liaison between design centers, fleet sites, and program offices for installation status and issue resolution.
• Coordinate with FIO, GIC, and engineering teams to integrate installation activities, execute SOVTs, and deliver end-user training on installed systems.
Qualifications and Skills
Required knowledge and years of experience
Four years of experience required.
• Experience in FRCB processes and hardware/software integration.
• Experience in DoD installations and integration.
• Experience coordinating shipboard C4I installations within NAVWAR or SPAWAR programs is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with configuration control procedures.
• Ability to travel CONUS/OCONUS and work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team; ready for occasional onsite or shipboard support as required.
• Proven problem-solving abilities with strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills: able to explain technical issues to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Education Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent technical field (or equivalent experience).
Clearance Requirement
Secret (eligible for TS/SCI)
Benefits and Perks
At STF, we recognize that talented employees are the foundation of our success. STF provides benefits and compensation packages to help our employees meet the diverse and changing needs throughout their careers and lives.
Benefits packages include the following:
- Medical Plans administered through United HealthCare
- Vision and Dental Plan Benefits
- 401(k) Tax-Deferred Retirement Plan
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance
- Dependent / Medical Care Flexible Spending Account
- Direct Deposit
- Health and Welfare Medical
- Holiday Leave
- Industry Competitive Salaries
- Life Insurance (basic and supplemental)
- Paid Time Off / Annual Comprehensive Personal Leave
- Performance / Award Bonuses
- Professional Development Coursework
- Technical Training
- Tuition Assistance Program
- TotalChoice™ Voluntary Benefits
- STF Cares / Paid Time Off to Volunteer
Equal opportunity employer as to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities
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