Computer Hardware Engineer – Advanced (Secret to TS) (3271)at SMX(View all jobs) (https://www.smxtech.com/careers/) Patuxent River, MD SMX is seeking a skilled **Advanced Computer Hardware Engineer** to be part of our Information Technology Team supporting NAWCAD at Patuxent River, MD. The position tasking includes performing programmatic or technical leadership roles to formulate, design and/or test practical solutions to engineering problems and guide the engineering development of systems. **Essential Duties and Responsibilities:** + Identify, formulate, design and/or test practical solutions to engineering problems + Guide the engineering development of modern complex systems + Develop advanced complex systems + Conduct research in applied systems + Research, design, develop, test computer or computer related equipment + May supervise the manufacturing and installing computer or computer related equipment + Oversee and/or inspect the performance and quality of Junior or Journeyman level peers **Required Skills:** + Clearance Required: Top Secret/SCI eligible. The applicant selected may be subject to a security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. + Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering discipline + Must be able to interact with peers, management, and senior engineers in a constantly evolving environment to ensure a positive customer experience and atmosphere in the workplace. + 7+ years of related experience required. + Experience in computer systems/networks design across physical platforms, boundaries and transfer/transport methods. + DoD 8570 compliant (IAT Level 2) (Examples of minimum acceptable certifications-CCNA Security, CySA+, G SEC, Security+ CE, SSCP) **Desired Skills:** + Past DoD IT system engineering experience + Project management experience \#cjpost At SMX®, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success. We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what’s possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration. SMX is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability status, protected veteran status, race, color, age, religion, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy or genetic information. SMX is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including disability and veterans. Selected applicant will be subject to a background investigation.