Systems Engineer
Chipton-Ross is seeking a Systems Engineer for a contract opportunity in King of Prussia, PA.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS (REQUIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
Basic qualifications (BQs) are the minimum requirements for a candidate to be considered for a position.
• Requiring deep Linux skills, parallel computing knowledge (MPI, CUDA),
• Expertise in job schedulers (Slurm), storage (BeeGFS), and networking, focusing on performance, reliability, user support, and integrating hardware/software for large-scale simulations and data analysis.
• A minimum of 3 years of hands-on Linux experience (e.g. RHEL, CentOS) and production infrastructure support (e.g. networking, storage, monitoring, compute, installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrade, retirement)
• Experience in system administration and technical support (e.g. installation, configuration, maintenance, upgrade, retirement, problem resolution)
• Experience in HPC technologies such as parallel/distributed files systems (e.g. Lustre, GPFS), high speed interconnect fabrics (e.g. Infiniband, Omni-Path), and HPC batch scheduling software suites (e.g. PBSPro, SLURM)
• Comp TIA Security+ certification
• Working knowledge of DISA STIG/SRG
• Implementation, analysis, support and troubleshooting of closed environments
• Active Top Secret clearance required
• Must be a self-starter who can take senior-leader guidance and intent, and oversee the operations of independent and collaboratively assigned projects.
• Must be a US Citizen
POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position is a High Performance Computing (HPC) Administrator working in Littleton, Colorado. This position is responsible for supporting Tier 1 through Tier 3 issues across multiple environments, supporting infrastructure changes, large infrastructure projects, and providing overall service consistent with customer care objectives. The position requires successful utilization of senior level experience in HPC administration, specifically Penguin Computing, network operations, network performance tools/analysis, project management, and systems integration. This professional will ensure that the FBM HPC system remains operational to meet program needs, addresses issues quickly, and ensures the system is fully operational/available, controlled, and updated in a manner consistent with both Lockheed Martin policies and procedures. All work must be performed on-site, including some off-shift hours, weekends, and occasional travel.
• Monitoring and maintaining computing clusters,
• Managing user accounts and permissions, deploying software updates
• Troubleshooting hardware and software issues, and ensuring optimal system performance.
• May also assist researchers or engineers with job submissions, resolve resource ensure that the computing environment meets evolving project bottlenecks, and participate in planning for future capacity needs.
• Regular collaboration with other IT staff and end users is essential to requirements
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS (DESIRED SKILLS/EXPERIENCE):
• Strong IT skills in infrastructure, applications & hardening systems
• Knowledge and experience with installing/compiling vendor and open-source software.
• Experience with script writing, PowerShell, Ansible, Python or other automation/scripting too
• Experience with Red Hat Enterprise Linux 7/8
• RHCSA a plus
• Provide effective communication in-person and written to all levels of the organization regarding pertinent network activities.
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to prioritize projects and tasks
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Ability to lift 35 lbs.
REQUIRED EDUCATION:
Accredited Bachelor's Degree or Accredited Master's Degree.
WORK HOURS:
Full-Time; 5/40-1st Shift.
Job Location: King of Prussia, PA
Rate: Up to $108.00 DOE
Duration: 4 Months
Input Date: 11/02/2026
Attention: Anthony Ho
Address: 420 CULVER BLVD
City, State: PLAYA DEL REY, CA 90293
Phone: 310/414-7800 X286
800 Phone: 800/927-9318
Fax Phone: 310/414-7808
Email: anthony.ho@chiptonross.com
Website: www.chiptonross.com
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