Linux Systems Engineer

Connecting and Protecting People, Microwave Products Group (MPG) is a leading global provider of mission-critical engineered electronic components and subsystems comprised of five business units in six manufacturing locations. Our brand names are recognized globally including: BSC Filters, York, UK; Criteria Labs, Austin, TX; Dow-Key Microwave, Ventura, CA; Pole/Zero, West Chester, OH; Espy, Austin, TX; and K&L Microwave, Salisbury, Maryland and Dominican Republic.
Our expertise is the design and manufacture of communications-based specialty products – engineered components and subsystems – for demanding military, space, commercial aerospace/industrial, and telecom infrastructure applications where function and reliability are crucial.

POSITION OVERVIEW:

As a Linux Systems Engineer at Espy, you will be part of a small but growing team creating

state-of-the-art systems that provide critical signals intelligence to government customers. You

will be responsible for creating and supporting Linux installations for Espy’s server and

workstation products and take the lead on ensuring our products meet cybersecurity requirements

(CMMC). You will have the opportunity to keep up with latest advances in computing hardware,

operating systems, and other software technologies as we constantly adapt to a fast-moving

environment and increase the value of our products.

Duties (includes but not limited to):

· Develop and maintain installation procedures for our Linux-based products (servers and

workstations). Maintain BIOS settings, drivers, dependencies, desktop customizations to provide

an exceptional user experience. Ensure systems meet mission performance and cybersecurity

requirements.

· Analyze hardware platforms and advise on selection of components (CPU, RAM, disks, RAID

controllers, GPU, network devices, etc.) for our products and development systems

· Tune Linux development and production systems to optimize performance on file system,

CPU/GPU processing, encryption, and networking.

· Administer multiple Linux development systems (local and remote); coordinate with software

development team and corporate IT to ensure systems meet requirements for both.

· Remote IT troubleshooting for colleagues and customers working on deployed product systems.

· Stay current of industry advances and professional education, embrace the emergence of new

technologies.

· Work independently with sound professional judgement to overcome obstacles and complete

tasks on time by leveraging collaboration, delegation, and leadership skills.

QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY:

· Bachelor’s degree in relevant technical area preferred: Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Management Information Systems

· Minimum 10 years industry experience

· Expertise in provisioning Linux server and desktop systems (CentOS, Rocky, Ubuntu)

· Highly skilled in Linux scripting languages (bash, python)

· Thorough understanding of computer architecture and performance

· Experience with virtualization and containerization

· Experience integrating NVIDIA GPUs for signal processing workloads.

· Familiarity with specialized I/O hardware (SDRs, capture cards, multi-port NICs).

· Experience with ZeroTier, Starlink, and other mesh networking tools.

· Experience with Atlassian suite (Jira, Confluence)

 · Preferred: Familiar with Linux software development environment (git, C++, python)

 · Preferred: Willingness to travel 2-3 times per year

· Ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance (sponsorship available).

· Experience with applying DISA STIGs, CIS benchmarks, or other hardening standards.

· Familiarity with CMMC Level 2 / NIST 800-171 compliance environments.

· Ability to track and patch CVEs/IAVAs for Linux packages.

· Experience with automation tools (Ansible, Terraform, Puppet, etc.) for system configuration and compliance enforcement.

· Comfort with CI/CD pipelines in a Linux context.

· Experience deploying Linux systems at scale across enterprise and tactical environments.

· Bonus: Understanding of high-performance Linux systems in RF data collection and analysis environments is a plus.

· Communication Skills: Demonstrated ability to clearly present information through the spoken and written word with all levels of an organization.

· Planning and Organization Skills: Demonstrated ability to organize or schedule activities and tasks, while being sensitive to time constraints and resource availability.

· Teamwork Skills: Demonstrated ability to work with people to achieve common goals, objectives, and group commitments.

· Decision Making and Problem-Solving Skills: Demonstrated ability to act in solving problems while exhibiting judgments and a realistic understanding of issues.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Described here are characteristics representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work may require physical exertion such as receiving, counting, and pulling inventory, climbing ladders, and lifting 50 or more lbs. 

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Characteristics described here are representative of those an incumbent will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work environment involves everyday risks or discomforts requiring safety precautions typical of work office and manufacturing environment. Personal protective equipment is provided and to be used in designated areas. Work area is adequately lit, heated and ventilated.

Work Arrangement : Hybrid

Pay Range: $170,000.00 - $190,000.00 [ annually]

Bonus Eligible: This position is eligible to earn a discretionary bonus based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable bonus plan.

We consider several job-related, non-discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position.  Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work.

Benefits for this position include:  a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; medical, dental and vision insurance; wellness programs; health savings account, health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts; company paid short-term disability and long-term disability; company paid employee basic life and AD&D insurance; supplemental employee and dependent life insurance; optional accident, hospital indemnity and critical illness insurance; adoption, surrogacy, and fertility benefits and assistance; commuter benefits; parental, military, jury duty, and bereavement leaves of absence; paid time off, including up to 10 paid holidays per calendar year, paid vacation days beginning at 80 hours annually, 40 paid sick leave hours annually or as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, tuition assistance; business travel services; employee discounts; and an employee assistance program that includes company paid counseling sessions and legal services. Eligibility for benefits is governed by applicable plan documents and policies.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.

Attention Applicants: If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, please let us know. Likewise, if you are limited in the ability to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, we will determine an alternate way for you to apply. Please contact [email protected] for assistance with an accommodation. Kindly specify Job Requisition Number / Job Title and Location in response.

Job Function : Information Technology