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The Datalinks Test Flight is seeking a degreed computer scientist or engineer with foundational knowledge in software development/scripting and hands‑on interest in designing, constructing, integrating, and supporting test and evaluation (T&E) systems within the Advanced Datalinks Test Lab (ADTL). This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast‑paced environments, enjoy innovative digital communication technologies, and are eager to learn across multiple technical domains.
Position responsibilities range from supporting project team leads to potentially leading project efforts as experience is gained. This is an onsite position.
This is a full‑time position at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, with travel up to 25% CONUS/OCONUS.
- Assist ADTL management in designing, constructing, and supporting test equipment and systems
- Develop and maintain ADTL test support hardware, software, and scripts in compliance with established security guidelines
- Perform hands‑on integration, operation, and maintenance of hardware and electrical components, including use of electrical measurement tools for verification and validation
- Analyze failures associated with test equipment and provide recommended corrective actions
- Support Test Engineers with the design and development of test architectures and engineering solutions
- Review technical documentation to gather system data needed for design and support activities
- Interface with program offices to assist in developing engineering solutions
- Support test teams by integrating engineered solutions into test plans, CONOPS, test cards, data‑analysis plans, and formal reports
- Develop and maintain continuity documentation and engineering solution libraries
- Develop and present technical briefings to the test community, program offices, and senior personnel
- Travel to contractor facilities, test sites, and other locations as needed
- Participate in the planning, execution, data analysis, report generation, and other program‑related activities
- Support additional tasks assigned by TGBC leadership
Minimum Required Qualifications
- Strong organizational, communication, and decision‑making skills
- Ability to communicate technical information clearly
- Ability to work effectively with minimal supervision and within team environments
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to travel up to 25%
- Understanding of digital data RF systems or data links
- Python scripting experience
- Experience with Windows and Linux operating systems
- Experience with hardware/software testing and development of automated test tools
- Foundational knowledge in software development and scripting
- Ability to design, construct, and support hardware/software for T&E systems
- Understanding of digital data RF systems or data links (preferred)
- Experience with Python scripting (preferred)
- Experience working with Windows and Linux operating systems (preferred)
- Experience with software/hardware testing and automated test tools/fixtures (preferred)
- Ability to use electrical measurement tools for verification and validation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications
- Ability to review technical documentation and translate requirements into engineering actions
- Superior organization, communication, and decision‑making skills
- Excellent self‑initiative and motivation; able to work with minimal supervision
- Strong work ethic and ability to collaborate effectively in a cross‑functional team
- Ability to communicate technical details clearly and professionally in both verbal and written forms
- Ability to interface with program offices, engineers, and test teams to support integration efforts
Location: Eglin AFB, FL
Work Environment: Onsite (limited telework may be authorized)
Job Status: Full‑time
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in systems integration engineer jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, electrical engineering, or a related field
- Experience designing and implementing APIs, middleware, and data integration pipelines
- Proficiency with integration protocols such as REST, SOAP, MQTT, OPC-UA, or MIL-STD-1553
- Familiarity with systems engineering frameworks and tools such as SysML, MBSE, or IBM Rhapsody
- Experience with enterprise integration platforms or message brokers such as MuleSoft, Kafka, or IBM MQ
- Active security clearance or demonstrated eligibility for DoD clearance preferred for defense and government roles
Tips for Your Systems Integration Engineer Job Search
Tailor your resume for integration complexity
Hiring managers for systems integration roles scan for evidence of multi-system environments. Call out the specific protocols, middleware, and APIs you connected, the number of systems involved, and whether the integration was real-time or batch, rather than listing tools in isolation.
Highlight domain-specific integration experience
Systems integration engineering means something different in defense than in healthtech or manufacturing. Identify which domain your experience sits in and make it explicit early in your resume. Generic integration experience is harder to place than domain-specific depth.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists systems integration engineer openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for technical whiteboard and system design rounds
Expect at least one session where you are asked to design an integration architecture on the spot. Practice drawing data flow diagrams, identifying bottlenecks between systems, and explaining your decisions around message queuing, error handling, and latency tradeoffs out loud.
Filter openings by clearance and compliance requirements
Many systems integration roles in defense and government require active clearances or FedRAMP compliance experience. Applying to roles that require clearances you do not hold wastes time. Read the full job description and focus on openings that match your current clearance level.
Negotiate against scope, not just title
In integration roles, scope varies enormously even within the same title. Before accepting an offer, clarify how many systems you will own, whether greenfield or legacy work dominates, and whether you will have authority over integration architecture decisions. These factors shape the role more than the job title does.
Systems Integration Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most systems integration engineers?
The most active employers for systems integration engineers right now are Northrop Grumman, Lockheed Martin, and Amazon, and the most openings are in California, Virginia, and Maryland, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Defense contractors, aerospace manufacturers, and enterprise software companies consistently post the highest volume of openings.
How many systems integration engineer jobs are remote?
About 47% of systems integration engineer openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, though the share varies significantly by industry. Software and enterprise IT integration roles tend to be more remote-eligible, while roles in defense, aerospace, and hardware-heavy manufacturing typically require on-site presence due to classified environments and physical lab access.
How do you become a systems integration engineer?
Most systems integration engineers start with a degree in systems engineering, computer science, or electrical engineering, then build hands-on experience connecting software and hardware components in internships or junior roles. From there, you develop fluency with integration protocols, middleware platforms, and systems modeling tools. Many practitioners also pursue certifications in specific platforms or earn credentials through professional engineering societies as they advance.
Can you get hired as a systems integration engineer with little experience?
Entry-level systems integration roles exist, particularly at large defense contractors and IT service firms, and they typically look for demonstrated ability to work across technical boundaries rather than deep specialization. Building project experience with APIs, data pipelines, or embedded systems in coursework or personal projects, and earning a relevant platform certification, can make a candidate competitive for associate-level openings even without direct work history.
What does the systems integration engineer interview process look like?
The process typically starts with a recruiter screen focused on technical background and domain experience, followed by a technical phone or video interview covering integration architecture concepts and protocol knowledge. A later round usually includes a system design exercise where you walk through how you would connect two or more systems, handle data transformation, and manage failure states. Final rounds often include a panel with engineers and a program or project manager.
Where can I find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs?
You can find and apply to systems integration engineer jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Find roles that match your experience and domain background, then apply directly to each listing. Openings are updated regularly, so checking back frequently gives you access to newly posted positions before they fill.
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