LMR Core System Engineer

Core System EngineerChartis Federal is a premier systems engineering and integration firm specializing in mission-critical IT and communications solutions for law enforcement, homeland security, and defense. As a trusted prime contractor with over $160 million in task order awards, we operate across 22 states and support essential government missions worldwide.Our commitment to excellence has fueled our year-over-year growth, earning us recognition twice as a Washington Technology FAST 50 company and securing a place on the Inc. 5000 list for five consecutive years.

At Chartis Federal, our mission is clear: keeping heroes safe and connected—on the battlefield, on the border, and in our backyards.This position is contingent upon award.Position OverviewWe are seeking Core System Engineers to support the Primary Core at the National Law Enforcement Communications Center in Orlando and the Secondary Core at Enterprise Operations Center West in Chandler. These positions provide mission-critical O&M, monitoring, troubleshooting, sustainment, resiliency, Key Management Facility support, and field support for secure P25 communications infrastructure.Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide O&M support at the assigned Primary or Secondary Core locationMaintain, monitor, troubleshoot, and sustain core systems and related communications infrastructureSupport controlled alternation of live field connectivity between the Primary and Secondary CorePerform O&M activities when the assigned core is not carrying the live connectionUpdate firmware and software and support OEM updates, patches, upgrades, and configuration filesPerform data entry and support activities in the Key Management FacilitySupport field operations and radio-programming activities, including deployment to field locations when requiredUse authorized factory tools and technical resources to diagnose and resolve issuesMaintain proficiency in future software releases and core-system upgradesCoordinate with the customer's personnel, field users, vendors, and technical teamsProvide status updates, technical documentation, incident records, and issue escalationRequirementsDemonstrated experience operating, maintaining, troubleshooting, and supporting Motorola Core, P25, LMR, encrypted tactical communications, Key Management Facility, and related infrastructureAt least two years of experience managing or supporting a Motorola Core or comparable public-safety communications-core environmentRelevant OEM or system-specific trainingAbility to support operations at NLECC in Orlando and/or EOCW in ChandlerAbility to support a 24/7/365 mission environment and coordinate critical issues through the Motorola System Support CenterExperience applying OEM updates and using authorized factory tools and technical resourcesMust be able to obtain and maintain the DHS suitability determination required for access to systems and facilitiesU.S. citizenship required because the position involves the operation, management, or maintenance of DHS IT systemsPreferred QualificationsMotorola ASTRO25 Core certificationExperience supporting dual-core resiliency architectures for public safety or federal law enforcement radio networksWhy Join Chartis Federal?We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, including:Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)Retirement plans with company contributionsProfessional development opportunities and career growth supportA dynamic and collaborative work environment where your contributions are valuedAt Chartis Federal, we believe in fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and innovation while supporting critical national security missions.

Join us in shaping the future of government contracting and national security solutions.Chartis Federal is an Equal Opportunity Employer and employs qualified individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or any other classification proscribed under applicable law. We participate in E-Verify.