Systems Integration and Test Engineer

Position Overview:

Detroit Defense is seeking an experienced Systems Integration and Test Engineer to support certification testing of DoD network systems in a fast-paced defense environment. This role requires deep technical expertise across enterprise platforms, network security, and Navy modernization processes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform certification testing of DoD network systems, subsystems, and integrated applications

• Execute baseline testing to verify system configurations and ensure compliance with DoD standards

• Support NAVWAR Modernization and Application Integration processes

• Administer and maintain RHEL, Windows Server, and Windows Client operating systems in test environments

• Manage and test virtualized environments using VMware

• Utilize Ansible for configuration automation and test environment provisioning

• Support Cisco networking and NETSEC requirements within test and integration environments

• Implement and validate DoD PKI requirements across systems and applications

• Support Aruba wireless network integration and testing

• Conduct cloud computing integration testing and validation

• Document test plans, procedures, results, and discrepancy reports in accordance with DoD requirements

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum two (2) years of experience as a certification tester of DoD network systems

• Active Top Secret Security Clearance required

• Experience with RHEL, Windows Server, and Windows Client operating systems

• Experience with VMware virtualization platforms

• Hands-on experience with Ansible

• Experience with Cisco networking equipment and NETSEC

• Working knowledge of DoD PKI implementation and requirements

• Experience with Aruba networking solutions

• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms and integration testing

• Experience supporting NAVWAR Modernization and Application Integration processes

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Navy or DoD certification and accreditation processes (RMF/DIACAP)

• CompTIA Security+ or equivalent DoD 8570 certification

• Familiarity with test automation frameworks

Detroit Defense offers an impressive compensation and benefits package including:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
• Company Paid Life and AD&D
• Company Paid Short Term and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending & HSA Accounts
• Legal & ID Shield Services
• 401k with Company Match
• Paid Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off (PTO)

Why Detroit Defense

At Detroit Defense, we are proud to support the men and women who protect our nation. We deliver mission-critical solutions that enhance national security, protect the warfighter, and enable readiness through innovation, technical excellence, and end-to-end lifecycle support.

Remaining steadfast in our core values of Trustworthy, Mission Driven, Creative, and Agile we are a complex systems integrator for the U.S. Government, Detroit Defense provides solutions to meet the technical and programmatic challenges faced by our customers. Our proven success in multi-domain cross-platform system-of-systems integration results in fielded capability for warfighters. From R&D to production, fielding, and sustainment, Detroit Defense provides services and solutions to Empower Those That protect Us.

Veterans Encouraged to Apply: Detroit Defense proudly supports those who have served. We welcome applicants with military experience, including those transitioning to civilian careers. Your leadership, adaptability, and mission-focused mindset are valued here. Detroit Defense is a proud recipient of the Hire Vets Gold Medallion Award since 2022.

Detroit Defense is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity or gender expression), age, mental or physical disability, creed, ancestry, citizenship, veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, medical condition, genetic trait or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.