Job Title: Computer Systems Hardware EngineerJob Description Join our team as a Computer Systems Hardware Engineer in the Compute Integrated Product Team (IPT) for the Deep Space Advanced Radar Capability (DARC) Site 2 program. You will play a crucial role in designing and establishing high-performance computer environments necessary for DS2. This position involves working with various functional disciplines to create, document, and implement a computer system architecture baseline that meets operational requirements. Responsibilities + Collaboratively define and document the computer system and support infrastructure design. + Develop engineering drawings and associated bill of materials. + Manage and control the hardware engineering baseline, including handling change requests and document as-built conditions. + Determine hardware component system specifications and infrastructure requirements, such as power, heating, and cooling. + Develop integration plans and schedules. + Support procurement activities and collaborate with the global supply chain. + Integrate and check out hardware components. + Identify, analyze, and resolve program support deficiencies. + Develop and recommend corrective actions. Essential Skills + Active DoD Secret clearance. + 5 years of experience with a Bachelor's in Science, 3 years with a Master's in Science, or 1 year with a PhD. + Experience with requirements decomposition and derivation down to hardware subsystem and component level specifications. + Familiarity with engineering drawings and baseline management processes. + Experience with procurement processes. + Knowledge of cable management and various cable types typical for IT environments such as Ethernet, Power, and Fiber. + Ability to optimize hardware component placement considering airflow, cable management, tip hazards, and density. + Experience in integrating commercial hardware system components, including servers, switches, routers, and network-attached storage. + Proficiency with Atlassian tool sets like JIRA and Confluence. + Familiarity with Model Based Systems Engineering principles. + Ability to travel up to 10% domestically and internationally for up to 3 consecutive months during the deployment phase. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Experience with Teamcenter or similar Product Lifecycle Management Systems. + Ability to perform heating and cooling analysis for large IT environments. + Ability to calculate total power demands and loads on power distribution circuits. + Familiarity with RF test equipment such as spectrum analyzers. + Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering tools like CAMEO. Work Environment Enjoy a 9/80 work schedule with remote Fridays, working near the COS airport, but not on a base. Join a team that is part of a next-generation ground-based radar system designed to provide 24/7, all-weather surveillance of deep space, contributing to protecting national and global security. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Colorado Springs, Colorado. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $125000.00 - $145000.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Colorado Springs,CO. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Aug 31, 2025. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.