Military Training Systems Engineer

ARO Corp is seeking an experienced Systems Engineer to serve as the primary West Coast technical support engineer for the U.S. Navy’s Joint After Action Review (JAAR) program. This is a full-time, onsite position based in San Diego, California, working directly with JAAR users and government partners. The ideal candidate must be adaptable, highly organized, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment while providing hands-on technical support. Prior U.S. military experience is highly desired; active U.S. security clearance is required.

Position Details

• Job Title: Military Training Systems Engineer
• Location: San Diego, CA
• Compensation: $85 – 115K
• Work Arrangement: Onsite
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Travel: Occasional local and CONUS travel, OCONUS travel is a possibility

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site technical and operational support for the JAAR program, serving as the primary point of contact for West Coast JAAR users and government partners.
• Ability to support flexible schedule, adjusting to support the needs/demands of Navy training events.
• Install, update, and maintain JAAR system at Joint and Navy facilities.
• Conduct pre-event testing, troubleshoot technical issues, and ensure system readiness.
• Provide real-time technical troubleshooting which may include misconfigurations and setup of system protocol collectors in preparation for an event.
• Provide technical reports; assist with root cause analysis and administrative tracking of software trouble tickets.
• Document setup, configuration, and operational procedures.
• Perform and record system integration testing to validate JAAR functionality.
• Execute database updates and maintenance, ensuring data integrity and availability.
• Perform JAAR software updates and support analysis of JAAR data recordings as required.
• Participate in test or training events to verify JAAR system operations and functionality, including CONUS and potentially OCONUS travel.
• Attend pre-planning conferences, technical exchange meetings, and working groups to support program objectives as needed.
• Coordinate with stakeholders, including military customers and cross-functional teams, to track requirements and maintain alignment with project goals.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable security policies and procedures.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• 3+ years of professional experience in military training systems
• Hands-on experience with database administration, maintenance, and troubleshooting, preferably with PostgreSQL
• Proficiency with Red Hat Linux operating systems, including command line operations
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain technical documentation
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Must be a U.S. citizen with an active DoD Secret security clearance

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with the JAAR system
• Experience with Live-Virtual-Constructive (LVC) enterprise to include, but not limited to: High Level Architecture (HLA), Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS), or Joint Range Extension Applications Protocol C (JREAP-C)
• Security+ certification
• Proficiency with Windows operating systems, including command line operations
• Practical experience with military training systems, within the last five years
• Proficiency in Python and scripting languages for automation and system integration
• Eligibility to obtain and maintain a Top Secret / Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS-SCI) clearance

Company Overview:

Arorae Corporation (ARO Corp) is a veteran-owned, small business focused on delivering advanced technology solutions and system engineering services to the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD). With experience in computer science, network engineering, and military tactical and training systems, we explore emerging technologies, develop rapid prototypes, and collaborate with government and industry partners to develop new and innovative capabilities.

Pay: $85,000.00 - $115,000.00 per year

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Security clearance:

• Secret (Required)

Work Location: In person