Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.
The Position: We are looking for a candidate who will be performing the role of a System Engineer - Senior, supporting PMA-271, the Airborne Strategic Command, Control and Communications Program Office.
Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $165,000 – $195,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.
The Location: Patuxent River, MD
The Work Environment: On-Site.
The Description:
Provides advanced systems engineering support for PMA-271's airborne command, control, and communications (C3) platforms, including the E-6B Mercury. Performs duties in architecting, designing, integrating, and testing aircraft and weapons systems with a focus on mission-critical communication systems and survivability. Conducts basic and applied research to assess the adaptability of software and hardware within the context of aircraft and ground station design and sustainment.Applies Mission Systems expertise in areas such as SATCOM, HF Radio, and strategic communications architectures, directly supporting PMA-271's nuclear command and control mission. Leverages a strong communications engineering background to ensure secure, resilient, and interoperable system designs across airborne and ground segments.Recommends improvements in testing equipment and techniques to enhance integration and verification processes. Serves in the role of System Architect, coordinating technical input from NAVAIR subject matter experts and translating that input into actionable technical recommendations for program engineering and program management.Provides ACAT I program experience, supporting high-visibility acquisition programs and ensuring adherence to DoD and NAVAIR systems engineering processes. Interfaces with system or program contractors, vendors, and government representatives regarding technical aspects of assigned programs and projects.Responsible for overseeing the efforts of less senior staff assigned to specific projects ensuring project procedures and controls are followed, managing staffing needs, and leading resolution efforts for technical challenges. Acts as a mentor to junior engineers, providing guidance, sharing expertise, and supporting professional development within the engineering team.Education & Experience:
Active DoD Secret Clearance, required. Eligible to obtain DoD Top Secret Clearance.Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in related discipline.Education substitutions not allowed. At least ten (10) years of experience in the Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD systems or DoD support systems, consisting of the design, development, integration and system testing of computer hardware, computer software, and navigation, sensor and communication subsystems.Communication skills, versatile, flexible and willing to work on various programs/teams.Travel:
In rare occasions, travel may be required.______________________________________________________
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Accidental Death & Disability CoverageTraditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans Paid Time Off and HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesIncentive Programs, Awards and Recognition Employee Assistance ProgramWill PreparationIdentity Theft Protection & Legal SupportReferral ProgramVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Pet InsuranceNorton Life LockHSA and FSA plansThe specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations concerning Affirmative action and workplace equal opportunity. In further detail, AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not discriminate in employment decisions (to include applicants and employees) based on race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, takes affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of employment. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not take adverse employment actions against applicants and employees for asking about, discussing, or sharing information about their pay or the pay of their co-workers.
If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800 or email us at hr@ampierce.com.
If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or apply online.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.
This is a non-management position.
Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.
The Position: We are seeking a highly skilled System Administrator – Journeyman.
Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $70,000 - $100,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.
The Location: Patuxent River, MD
The Work Environment: On-Site.
The Description:
Applicant will work in a fast-paced environment supporting various DoD software development platforms in a secure Classified environment. Applicant will be expected to perform the following job duties:
Installing, configuring and managing the Linux operating systems and related toolsets.Gathering requirements, developing and conducting design reviews.Maintaining servers to be compliant per NAVAIR and DISA policies.Functional knowledge of backup and disaster recovery technologiesStrong understanding of system security principles and experience executing hardening techniquesDocumentation – updating and maintaining documentation and knowledge base, including system descriptions, procedures, events and processes.Building new infrastructure servers.Maintaining, administering and patching systems for optimum performance and security.Migrating or updating systems.Participating in weekly routine maintenance tasks.Responding to system failures promptly to bring applications back online.Installing and troubleshooting common industry COTS and GOTS applications.Performing Continuous Monitoring actions for systems and infrastructure including scanning, DoD STIG application and other Cyber compliancy actions.Work in an Agile scrum methodology to track and report on tasking.A background or working knowledge of scripting and automation tools.Education & Experience:
Active DoD Secret Clearance, required. At least five (5) years of experience in system administration.Experience in DoD Information Assurance/Cyber policy and procedures to include hardening of systems, implementing Security Technical Implementation Guides (STIGs) and scanning.Experience with Linux Server to include the build, maintenance, and troubleshooting, as well as addressing, service requests, routine server maintenance (firmware, failures, hardening, etc.), and server consolidation.Experience with UNIX/Linux, Red Hat, CenOS (Linux).Working knowledge of supporting software development.Critical thinking skills and the ability to "think-outside-the-box" to solve complex technical issues is essential.Desired Skillset:
Familiarity with containerization concepts and tools.Understanding of container orchestration and management (Kubernetes, Docker Swarm).Experience with CI/CD pipelines for containerized applications.Experience with Ansible.Certifications:
DoD 8140 & 5239 compliant (Security + certified and OS certificate/certification) (formerly 8570).Travel:
On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Accidental Death & Disability CoverageTraditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans Paid Time Off and HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesIncentive Programs, Awards and Recognition Employee Assistance ProgramWill PreparationIdentity Theft Protection & Legal SupportReferral ProgramVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Pet InsuranceNorton Life LockHSA and FSA plansThe specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
AM Pierce and Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, Inc., are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is the policy of AM Pierce & Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc. not to discriminate or allow the harassment of employees. All applicable laws are followed to ensure all qualified applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
If you are an individual with a disability require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800 or email us at hr@ampierce.com.
If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or submit an application online.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.
This is a non-management position.
Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.
The Position: We are seeking a highly experienced and skilled Software Developer.
Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $108,000 - $180,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.
The Location: Patuxent River, MD
The Work Environment: On-Site.
The Description:
Oversee and coordinate technical efforts, including research, design, development, testing, and manufacturing operations.Represent NAVAIR in collaboration with headquarters, contractors, and other government entities, providing expert technical advice and guidance.Review and evaluate data, reports, designs, and equipment to ensure contract compliance and approve changes as needed.Deliver systems engineering and scientific support, advising on requirements, technical issues, risks, and strategic planning in software development.Serve as a technical interface for hardware/software matters, provide real-time support for problem assessment, and guide program priorities.Perform complex scientific work and data analysis, solving diverse technical challenges and optimizing solutions within cost and schedule constraints.Lead and support integrated project teams, apply industry best practices, and coordinate segments of larger programs using tools such as risk management, configuration management, trade studies, and technical reviews.Education & Experience:
Active DoD Secret Clearance, required. Technical 4-yr degree and 8+ years of experienceEducation substitutions not allowed.3+ years of hands-on Acquisition Software Engineering experience.Proven background in engineering or computer science, with a focus on developing and delivering software systems.Skilled in requirements allocation, process management, open architecture, software integration, and testing.Deep understanding of designing, testing, and managing software systems for interoperability.Familiarity with military avionics systems, components, and related software design attributes.Experience with methods and tools for Avionics and Weapons Systems, including best practices for technology integration.Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively across all organizational levels, including resolving conflicting information and viewpoints.Travel:
On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Accidental Death & Disability CoverageTraditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans Paid Time Off and HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesIncentive Programs, Awards and Recognition Employee Assistance ProgramWill PreparationIdentity Theft Protection & Legal SupportReferral ProgramVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Pet InsuranceNorton Life LockHSA and FSA plansThe specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
AM Pierce and Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, Inc., are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is the policy of AM Pierce & Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc. not to discriminate or allow the harassment of employees. All applicable laws are followed to ensure all qualified applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
If you are an individual with a disability require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800 or email us at hr@ampierce.com.
If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or submit an application online.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.
This is a non-management position.
Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.
The Position: We are looking for a candidate who will be performing the role of a System Engineer - Senior, supporting PMA-262, the Persistent Maritime Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program Office.
Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $170,000 - $200,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.
The Location: Patuxent River, MD
The Work Environment: On-Site.
The Description:
Perform systems engineering duties in architecting, designing, integrating and testing aircraft and weapons systems. Conduct basic and applied research to evaluate adaptability of computer software and hardware to aircraft and ground station design and manufacture. Recommend improvements in testing equipment and techniques. Performs the role of System Architect. Coordinates technical input from NAVAIR subject matter experts to form technical recommendations to program engineering and program management. Responsible for overseeing the efforts of less senior staff assigned to a specific job/project. Ensure project procedures and controls are followed, manage manning and staffing project efforts and lead problem resolution efforts. Interfaces with system or program Contractors, vendors and Government representatives regarding the technical aspects of programs/projects.Education & Experience:
Active DoD Secret Clearance, required.Preferably TS/SCIBachelor of Arts or Science degree in related discipline.Education substitutions not allowed. At least ten (10) years of experience in the Systems Engineering supporting DoD aircraft systems, DoD weapons systems, DoD systems or DoD support systems, consisting of the design, development, integration and system testing of computer hardware, computer software, and navigation, sensor and communication subsystems.Versatile, willing to Mentor younger engineers, strong communications skills, well-versed and experience in UAS.Travel:
On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Accidental Death & Disability CoverageTraditional 401(k) and ROTH 401(k) Retirement Plans Paid Time Off and HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesIncentive Programs, Awards and Recognition Employee Assistance ProgramWill PreparationIdentity Theft Protection & Legal SupportReferral ProgramVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Pet InsuranceNorton Life LockHSA and FSA plansThe specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
AM Pierce and Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc. a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, Inc. are Equal Opportunity Employers. It is the policy of AM Pierce & Associates, Inc. and Applied Technologies Group, Inc. not to discriminate or allow the harassment of employees. All applicable laws are followed to ensure all qualified applicants are employed, and employees are treated during employment, without regard to their sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.
If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800 or email us at hr@ampierce.com.
If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or apply online.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.
This is a non-management position.
Who We Are: AM Pierce & Associates and Applied Technologies Group (ATG), a wholly owned subsidiary of AM Pierce and Associates, is a woman-owned small business providing Engineering & Research, Cyber, C5ISR, Program & Acquisition Management services and solutions to a diverse government and industry client base. We are a stable and growing company who offers our employees a rich benefits package, supportive and flexible work environment, and the opportunity to work with experts in their field.
The Position: We are looking for a candidate who will be performing the role of a System Administrator Journeyman/Senior, supporting PMA-231, the E-2/C-2 Airborne Command and Control Systems Program Office.
Salary: The estimated salary range for this position is $90,000 – $120,000 annually, based upon an individual's level of experience, skillset, and education. The range that is given is an estimate and may vary based on contractual constraints. At AM Pierce & Associates, it is our goal to provide equitable compensation to all employees.
The Location: Patuxent River, MD
The Work Environment: On-Site.
The Description:
Provide engineering solutions for various and unique problem sets and customers in a government software hosting facility.Deploy and maintain physical and virtual hardware infrastructure, to include virtual machines and containers.Perform routine maintenance and configuration changes to various physical and virtual hosts.Installation, configuration and troubleshooting of hardware and software issues on servers, workstations, and IT equipment.Maintain system backups and disaster recovery plans.Manage user accounts and permissions.Deploy and maintain software applications.Troubleshoot technical issues.Maintain documentation to include knowledge base, incident response actions, system configurations, and other information related to system administration.Provide technical support to customers, ranging from resolving technical issues to providing guidance and best-practices.Secure information systems and applications to current DoD guidanceMaintain configuration and security posture of information systems through continuous monitoring and routine security events/reporting.Participate in project planning using Agile methodology.Provide networking support to on-premises infrastructure.Strong understanding and experience of Linux operating system.Education & Experience:
Active DoD Secret Clearance, with ability to obtain Top Secret. Interim TS to start.Bachelor of Arts or Science degree in Technical Discipline.At least eight (8) years of experience in system administration, performing the functional duties for this position. Operating System certificate (i.e. Windows and Linux), required. COMPTIA Security+ or other DoD INST 8570 compliant qualification, required.Desired Skillsets:
VMWare/vSphere Enterprise Windows ServerSANNetworkingSTIGsACASTravel:
On some occasions, the employee may be required to drive to offices or buildings near the work site. In rare occasions, travel may be required.______________________________________________________
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, invests in its employees beyond just compensation. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including:
Medical, Dental and Vision InsuranceLife and Accidental Death & Disability CoverageTraditional 401(k) and ROTH 401k Retirement Plans Paid Time Off and HolidaysProfessional Development OpportunitiesIncentive Programs, Awards and Recognition Employee Assistance ProgramWill PreparationIdentity Theft Protection & Legal SupportReferral ProgramVoluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and Hospital Indemnity Coverage Pet InsuranceNorton Life LockHSA and FSA plansThe specific program and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, Full or Part-time status, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
For all positions requiring access to technology/software source code that is subject to export control laws, employment with the company is contingent on either verifying U.S.-person status or obtaining any necessary license. The applicant will be required to answer certain questions for export control purposes, and that information will be reviewed by compliance personnel to ensure compliance with federal law. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries may choose not to apply for a license for such individuals whose access to export-controlled technology or software source code may require authorization and may decline to proceed with an applicant on that basis alone.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, complies with all Federal and State laws and regulations concerning Affirmative action and workplace equal opportunity. In further detail, AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not discriminate in employment decisions (to include applicants and employees) based on race, color, religion, sex, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, takes affirmative action to ensure that equal opportunity is provided in all aspects of employment. AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, does not take adverse employment actions against applicants and employees for asking about, discussing, or sharing information about their pay or the pay of their co-workers.
If you require reasonable accommodations to apply for a position with AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, through its online applicant system, please contact AM Pierce & Associates Human Resources Department at (240) 718-3800 or email us at hr@ampierce.com.
If your background meets the qualifications of the position, please submit your resume and salary requirements to careers@ampierce.com or submit an application online.
AM Pierce & Associates, as well as its subsidiaries, verifies employment eligibility through E-Verify.
This is a non-management position.
