The SMX Space and Intelligence (S&I) Business Unit is pioneering the future of remote sensing ecosystems across all orbital regimes. We specialize in building, integrating, and supporting emerging space-ground systems for our clients, encompassing real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. Join us if you are passionate about tackling some of the most pressing national defense challenges while working alongside top-tier industry partners.
We are currently looking for a
Lead Storage Solutions Engineer
who is eager to apply their expertise to ambitious projects. The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment and possess in-depth knowledge of engineering processes that support significant national defense initiatives through agile software development. Work will be performed in Colorado. Please apply if you are willing to consider relocation to Colorado. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable enterprise storage architectures, utilizing SAN, NAS, and NVMe-over-TCP technologies. Lead architecture reviews and capacity planning to optimize high-performance and high-availability storage systems. Deploy and manage storage infrastructures using Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NVMe over TCP, and RAID protocols. Drive the integration of next-generation storage solutions, such as all-flash and NVMe-based systems. Monitor and optimize storage systems for latency, throughput, and IOPS performance. Conduct root cause analysis to resolve performance bottlenecks across computing and storage layers. Architect and test failover and high-availability solutions to ensure business continuity. Develop and implement replication, snapshot, and backup strategies in alignment with RPO/RTO objectives. Provide Level 3 support for storage-related incidents and changes. Maintain comprehensive documentation of storage configurations and operational runbooks. Collaborate closely with infrastructure, network, security, and application teams to meet organizational requirements. Perform other assigned duties to support business objectives. Required Skills & Experience: Active Secret clearance. 7+ years of experience in datacenter engineering. CompTIA Security+ Certification. Expertise in NAS (NFS, SMB) and SAN (Fibre Channel, iSCSI) systems, as well as NVMe over TCP. Strong knowledge of storage protocols, including multipathing, zoning, and LUN masking. Experience with storage monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, or Grafana. Hands-on experience with storage appliances, including Dell Powerscale, Powerstore, and/or Unity. Proven experience in designing high-availability storage solutions. Deep understanding of performance metrics (IOPS, latency, throughput) and tuning methodologies. Experience with disaster recovery (DR) solutions and storage replication technologies. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. Strong attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Desired Skills & Experience: Active DoD TS/SCI clearance. In-depth experience with Cohesity or Veeam backup solutions. Proficiency in VMware compute, storage, and network configurations. Familiarity with on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments, especially with Kubernetes. Expert understanding of LAN/WAN principles and protocols, including BGP routing. Application Deadline:
March 30, 2026 At SMX, we believe in investing in our people and offer a competitive salary range of $123,900-$206,400 USD, depending on factors such as geographic location, work experience, relevant skills, and certifications. We also provide robust benefits, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans. SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. Selected applicants may undergo a background investigation and/or education verification. Please note that SMX does not sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or immigration support for this position.
Lead Storage Solutions Engineer
who is eager to apply their expertise to ambitious projects. The ideal candidate will excel in a collaborative environment and possess in-depth knowledge of engineering processes that support significant national defense initiatives through agile software development. Work will be performed in Colorado. Please apply if you are willing to consider relocation to Colorado. Key Responsibilities: Design and implement scalable enterprise storage architectures, utilizing SAN, NAS, and NVMe-over-TCP technologies. Lead architecture reviews and capacity planning to optimize high-performance and high-availability storage systems. Deploy and manage storage infrastructures using Fibre Channel, iSCSI, NVMe over TCP, and RAID protocols. Drive the integration of next-generation storage solutions, such as all-flash and NVMe-based systems. Monitor and optimize storage systems for latency, throughput, and IOPS performance. Conduct root cause analysis to resolve performance bottlenecks across computing and storage layers. Architect and test failover and high-availability solutions to ensure business continuity. Develop and implement replication, snapshot, and backup strategies in alignment with RPO/RTO objectives. Provide Level 3 support for storage-related incidents and changes. Maintain comprehensive documentation of storage configurations and operational runbooks. Collaborate closely with infrastructure, network, security, and application teams to meet organizational requirements. Perform other assigned duties to support business objectives. Required Skills & Experience: Active Secret clearance. 7+ years of experience in datacenter engineering. CompTIA Security+ Certification. Expertise in NAS (NFS, SMB) and SAN (Fibre Channel, iSCSI) systems, as well as NVMe over TCP. Strong knowledge of storage protocols, including multipathing, zoning, and LUN masking. Experience with storage monitoring tools like SolarWinds, Nagios, or Grafana. Hands-on experience with storage appliances, including Dell Powerscale, Powerstore, and/or Unity. Proven experience in designing high-availability storage solutions. Deep understanding of performance metrics (IOPS, latency, throughput) and tuning methodologies. Experience with disaster recovery (DR) solutions and storage replication technologies. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field. Strong attention to detail. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Desired Skills & Experience: Active DoD TS/SCI clearance. In-depth experience with Cohesity or Veeam backup solutions. Proficiency in VMware compute, storage, and network configurations. Familiarity with on-premises, hybrid, and cloud environments, especially with Kubernetes. Expert understanding of LAN/WAN principles and protocols, including BGP routing. Application Deadline:
March 30, 2026 At SMX, we believe in investing in our people and offer a competitive salary range of $123,900-$206,400 USD, depending on factors such as geographic location, work experience, relevant skills, and certifications. We also provide robust benefits, including health insurance, paid leave, and retirement plans. SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer that values diversity and inclusion, including individuals with disabilities and veterans. Selected applicants may undergo a background investigation and/or education verification. Please note that SMX does not sponsor new applicants for employment authorization or immigration support for this position.