Systems Engineer

Come grow with Marotta, named one of New Jersey’s Top Workplaces for the third year running and a Top Workplace USA for 2024. You will have room to grow and be a part of an exciting team, all within a warm and welcoming environment.   With compressed work week and hybrid work schedule options, Marotta values their employees.    We specialize in the design, development, and production of precision control components and systems.  Founded in 1943, Marotta has been at the forefront of Aerospace & Defense milestones for over 80 years from breaking the sound barrier on the Bell X-1 and landing the first man on the moon to playing a critical role on today’s advanced U.S Navy platforms as well as the emerging commercial Space industry.   Our products and expertise range from high performance valves to complete sub-systems that integrate electronic controls, actuators, and power conversion systems. We have received over 200 patents for our technologies and support the most demanding applications found on military aircraft, tactical systems, submarines, surface ships, satellites, and space launch vehicles. Our teams have repeatedly been recognized for outstanding performance by some of the most prestigious organizations in the world including The Boeing Company, Lockheed Martin, NASA & Northrop Grumman. Systems Engineer Essential Functions The systems engineer is responsible for effective provisioning, installation/configuration, operation, and maintenance of systems hardware and software and related infrastructure. This individual participates in technical research and development to enable continuing innovation within the infrastructure. This individual ensures that system hardware, operating systems, software, and related procedures adhere to organizational standards and enable staff to efficiently perform their duties. This individual will assist with day to day technical issues as well participate in the implementation of the broader technology strategy. Duties include requirements gathering, research & development, technical analysis and design, and the testing and rolling-out of the solutions.This individual is accountable for the following systems: Windows systems infrastructure including VMWare, Windows Server 2019, Group Policy Administration, Active Directory, Office 365 Infrastructure, Amazon Web Services, Citrix Virtual desktop environment, Backup infrastructure (Veeam). Responsibilities on these systems include engineering and provisioning, operations and support, maintenance, and research and development to ensure continual innovation. Minimum Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Must be a US Citizen

Five to seven years’ experience implementing infrastructure project

Microsoft Server certification

Experience supporting virtual desktop environments

Technical solution design and planning experience

Basic understanding of the project management life cycle

Well-developed practical operating knowledge of common desktop/laptop hardware and application software specifically.

Windows/ Windows Server 2019

Active Directory

Group Policy

MS Office Suite/Office 365

Workstation imaging processes

Print services and printers

Planning, design and delivery expertise with the following technologies and activities:

Microsoft Database technologies: SQL Server

Microsoft Communication technologies such as Office 365 and Skype

Microsoft Collaboration technologies: Microsoft Office SharePoint Server (MOSS)

System application, systems management, and data communication including basic networking in LAN/WAN environment and remote access solutions

Strong attention to detail

Good problem solving skills with the ability to think creatively

Excellent written and verbal skills, including ability to clearly articulate technical issues and activities to technical and non-technical staff

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt in a complex and changing environment

Consistently meet expected production, accuracy and quality standards as set by management

Must be team oriented with the ability to work independently

Additional Desired Qualifications

EC2, VPN/VPC management, S3, Storage gateway, Cloud Formation(infrastructure as templates), AWS Database technologies a plus (e.g. Dynamo, Athena, SQL Server migration).

Amazon Web Services (AWS) certification

Information security certification (CISSP, Security+, CySA+)

Defense/Aerospace industry understanding/background a plus

Knowledge of risk assessment methodologies

Knowledge of NIST Cyber Security Framework and associated controls

Knowledge of networking concepts including SD-WAN, AWS Direct Connect, and Cisco Umbrella

Responsibilities

Responsible for implementation of infrastructure including Windows servers, VMWare, Active Directory, and Group Policy.

Implements strategic architectures for the overall IT project portfolio as required by the business.

Participates in proof of concepts to assist in defining technology direction and enabling business strategy.

Expert knowledge and hands-on experience with Active Directory, Azure AD, Azure AD Domain Services, ADFS/MS-SSO, Azure AD Connect, Windows Server 2012 to 2022 and Windows Security

Manage and set policy for Active Directory

Implement group policy

Troubleshoot, migrate, maintain, and monitor file servers

In-depth knowledge of major Microsoft cloud-based back-office systems including Azure AD, Exchange, SharePoint/OneDrive, Security & Compliance, ATP, Intune, Teams

Responsible for the design and delivery of complex projects focusing on Microsoft technology stack across all industry verticals to meet Marotta’s technology and business needs.

Provide third level support for high priority issues

Adhere to installation and configuration procedures

Research and recommend innovative and where possible automated approaches for system administration tasks. Identify approaches that leverage our resources and provide economies of scale

Work Environment:

This job interacts both in a professional office environment and a manufacturing/machine shop environment. This role uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines, as well as environments inclusive of the appropriate eye, hearing and foot protection (as required).

Overtime and weekend work could be required, as job duties demand.

No travel is expected for this position

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk, and hear

The employee is frequently required to reach and lift with hands and arms, and to use hands to finger, handle or feel

The employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, turn, etc., and move about the facility

The employee may be required to lift, push, pull and/or move items weighing up to 25 pounds

This position is at our Parsippany NJ office location.Many of our contracts require proof that you are a U.S. citizen and/or that an export license has been obtained for employees who are citizens of certain countries. Your employment, both initially and continually thereafter, is conditioned on production of such proof of citizenship and/or any export license that may be required to comply with any and all applicable laws, regulations, or executive orders, or required by Federal, State, or local government contracts.We offer a highly competitive compensation package for this outstanding position plus a quarterly bonus along with a full range of top quality benefits and employee services including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, life and disability income insurance programs, 401k retirement plans with company match, generous tuition aid program, paid vacation, sick and personal days, paid holidays and flexible work hours with compressed work week options. We recognize and reward our employee's accomplishments and host several employee engagement events per quarter.If you are looking to grow or accelerate your career and be part of a best in class organization while enjoying a work-life balance, please visit our website at www.marotta.com to learn more about us and to apply. Check out all our openings at https://marotta.com/job-openings/We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity employer M/F/IWD/VeteransVETERANS ARE ENCOURAGED TO APPLYNo agencies, please.