Systems Engineer I

Requisition ID:

47344

Work Location:

COMIT - Municipal Center

Pay Range:

A.15, $72,763.24 - $112,783.02

Starting Salary:

Depending upon Qualifications

Work Schedule:

M - F 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Part Time Hours/Wk:

Job Open Date:

10/14/25

Application Deadline:

Job Duties:

Award-winning. Results-drive. Future-ready.

We believe the government should be at the forefront of technological innovation. Our teams are experimenting with artificial intelligence, machine learning, and other emerging technologies to conceive tomorrow's solutions. Our mission has never been clearer. We understand how citizens and employees can benefit from conveniences afforded by the latest tech offerings.

Our department provides training opportunities for staff at all levels. It's critical for IT members to constantly elevate their skill sets in preparation for what's to come. We appreciate candidates from diverse backgrounds who are energized by the challenges of working in government IT. An inquisitive imagination, purposeful passion, and consistent customer-focus are all welcome traits.

You might have what it takes. Apply today

The Radio Engineer will work within the Information Technology's Unified Communications Division overseeing and supervising the day-to-day operations of the service and maintenance of all equipment associated with a complex digital Motorola 800/700 MHz trunked public safety voice and data radio system with over 5,000 users. Additionally, the individual will supervise radio operation vendors, radio depot; ensure all radio towers meet FCC, FAA, and SHA regulation, and maintain required FCC licenses. The individual will perform software and firmware installations of radio equipment, perform daily radio system checks, obtain, and review quotes for work beyond the normal scope of contracted vendors, prepare change management requests for necessary changes required. Selected candidate will work collaboratively with team members across the organization.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Execute tests and understand station antenna patterns.
• Execute detailed network designs, specifications, and architectural plans for radio services.
• Create system documentation and floor plans on networks and systems to share across teams.
• Design, install, manage, and troubleshoot radio systems and networks.
• Possess knowledge and experience of antenna systems and related components such as combiners, multi-couplers, coaxial cabling, and transceivers.
• Utilize proper tools to perform measurements of radio system infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot complex radio issues.
• Determine, test, and validate configurations to be used in the production network for all routers and various Ethernet switches.
• Make specific recommendations and assists in implementation of plans that enhance technical operation, compliance with rules and regulations, and permit the deployment of new technology.
• Participate in projects with other teams to confirm delivery intervals, validate critical dates and milestones and ensure delivery of services stay on target.
• Support deployments of new, systems, applications and architectures with installation, configuration, integration, evaluation, testing, documentation, and training.
• Perform design documentation using Microsoft Visio and Power Point.
• Proactively identify ways to improve process and procedures; makes recommendations to management.
• Share technical knowledge and skills with other team members to develop team members' capabilities.

This position offers a remote/hybrid work schedule arrangement within the Virginia and North Carolina surrounding areas.

As a City employee, you will enjoy a generous benefits package that includes paid time off, paid holidays, health, dental and vision insurance options, a wellness program, retirement, tuition reimbursement and more

***This position supports the City's Public Safety departments and may involve physical access to public safety facilities and/or sensitive databases. As such, CJIS certification is required. In addition to successfully passing a background check, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents who are eligible for naturalization. Depending on the assignment, a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background clearance may also be required prior to employment and annually thereafter. Automatic disqualifiers may apply in accordance with CJIS and PREA guidelines.***

***This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis.***

Official City Job Description:

https://virginia-beach-departments-docs.s3.amazonaws.com/city/job-descriptions-pay-plans/Systems-Engineer-I-02337.pdf

Working Conditions:

https://workingcondition-summary-prod.s3.amazonaws.com/B.005645.2.pdf

Minimum Requirements:

MINIMUMS: Requires a Bachelors Degree in an Information Technology related field plus two (2) years of professional IT experience; OR any combination of education (above the high school level) and/or professional progressive IT experience equivalent to six (6) years in fields utilizing the knowledge, skills and abilities in technology systems, systems functions and systems capabilities; and associated with such positions as Systems Engineer, Network Engineer, Database Administrator or Programmer Analyst. May be required to have a current and valid drivers license. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: All employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Must be available to work evenings, weekends, holidays, and overtime when required to meet operational needs. Position may require two or more Professional Industry Certifications specific to the work to be performed and maintain currency of those, or successor, certifications; such required certifications will be listed in the requisition that announces the vacancy.

Additional Requirements:

DMV Transcript: Not Required
CDL: Not Required
DOT History: Not Required
CPS Check: Not Required
Physical: Not Required
Respirator: Not Required
Polygraph Review: Not Required
Psychological Screening: Not Required

Attachments Required: Resume

Preferences:
• High Preference Motorola Astro 25 Trunked Radio System Experience, 4 years
• NICE Recording System Experience
• Motorola Intelligent Middleware Experience
• Experience with current radio technologies such as but not limited to:
• Antennas
• Transmit combiners
• Receive Multi-couplers
• Radio Transceivers
• Simulcast Equipment
• Comparators
• Trunked Radio Controllers
• Digital Microwave Radios
• Microwave Wave Guide
• Uninterruptible Power Supply Systems
• Knowledge and experience of AVIAT Microwave System
• BS/BA degree in related discipline (i.e., Network Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or similar technical degree).
• Enterprise-wide Radio trunking experience
• Experience and knowledge of base station antenna patterns
• Knowledge and experience with Bi-Directional Amplifiers and Distributed In-Building Systems

Special Instructions:

eVerify Requirement: The City of Virginia Beach does not participate in eVerify.

CJIS/PREA Disclaimer: This position supports the City's Public Safety departments and may involve physical access to public safety facilities and/or sensitive databases. As such, CJIS certification is required. In addition to successfully passing a background check, candidates must be U.S. citizens or lawful permanent residents who are eligible for naturalization. Depending on the assignment, a Prison Rape Elimination Act (PREA) background clearance may also be required prior to employment and annually thereafter. Automatic disqualifiers may apply in accordance with CJIS and PREA guidelines.

Alpha I Status: Employees in an Alpha 1 status are in essential service capacities. Employees are required to report to a worksite or work location regardless of the City's operational condition

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VRS Contribution: All full-time employees are required to contribute 5% of annual salary toward their retirement account; in accordance with VRS retirement provisions. This will be handled through a pre-tax payroll deduction.

Drug Free Workplace: The City of Virginia Beach maintains a drug free workplace.

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