Kforce has an enterprise client that is seeking a Systems Engineer III in Redmond, WA. This is a highly collaborative position that interfaces with production, engineering, and IT teams. This work takes place in an active satellite production facility.
Responsibilities:
Provide first line support for integrated hardware and software on production automation systems; These systems include custom automated test equipment, SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) for automated manufacturing lines, associated interfaces with flight components and controllers, and interfaces to back-end networking, databases, and manufacturing execution systems; This first line support will be include rotating weekly after hours on call shifts
Testing and Troubleshooting: Conduct thorough testing of integrated production systems to identify and resolve any technical issues, ensuring proper functionality and reliability; Document all issues and communicate effectively with technical engineering team members; Work may include Python program debug, physical and logical network troubleshooting, and industrial controls debug (i.e. Programmable Logic Controllers, data acquisition systems, test chambers, sensors and I/O)
Deployment and Commissioning: Assist development team with bring-up of new systems, including some programming (Python), configuration and on-boarding to network and back-end systems
Provide feedback to development teams and contribute to building and maintaining a high-performing, connected, safe and maintainable factory
REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information/Engineering Technology, or relevant education and experience
Experience with installing, commissioning, and troubleshooting OT equipment
Network knowledge
DevOps experience
Preferred:
Python programming skills
Experience developing software that directly interacts with hardware (professional or academic/personal)
Working knowledge of Ethernet-based industrial protocols (OPC UA, MQTT, Modbus TCP, etc.)
Working knowledge of fieldbus protocols such as Profinet and CAN
Knowledge of security best practices (encryption in transit, encryption at rest, establishing chains of trust, etc.)
Knowledge of using version control systems such as Git
Knowledge in different web technologies and data formats (i.e. HTTP/HTTPS, JSON/XML)
Cross-organizational communication - comfortable evangelizing ideas and concerns clearly and persuasively, in both verbal and written form
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.
Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.
This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.
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