Hiring: MCP/Integration Engineer Company: NextGen Federal Systems Location: Aberdeen, MD Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 10:30:45 Target Skills & Keywords : C++, CI/CD, Docker, Java, Kubernetes, Linux, Python, REST About the job Experience: •5+ years of experience in systems integration, software engineering, middleware development, or operational platform integration Required Skills: •Build and maintain MCP servers and integration services that expose operational applications, mission systems, device controls, sensor data, databases, file systems, and enterprise services to agentic AI workflows and operational applications •Support integrations with high-side and mission-relevant data environments, including operational repositories, analytics platforms, and mission databases such as Arsenal and other classified or restricted-access systems •Implement integrations for the X9 Spider Mission Computer architecture, including onboard compute environments, hardware interfaces, sensor integrations, communications systems, and mission-specific peripherals •Integrate operational AI and mission workflows with EMSCO, Lattice, AIDP, and related mission systems to support interoperability within the broader NGC2 architecture and operational ecosystem •Integrate agents with external command systems, reporting tools, operational platforms, and mission applications through MCP services, APIs, adapters, and middleware solutions •Implement secure tool interfaces with clearly defined schemas, permission boundaries, authentication controls, audit logging, input validation, error handling, and operational safeguards •Implement read/write separation and execution controls that allow agents to inspect system state, validate operational context, and safely execute authorized actions •Develop and execute automated integration and validation testing for MCP services and operational tool interfaces, including parameter validation, workflow testing, tool-call verification, failure-state testing, and operational edge-case evaluation Qualifications: •Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline •Operational familiarity with MCP concepts, AI orchestration frameworks, or agentic AI integration patterns •Understanding secure software development principles, access controls, logging, and cybersecurity best practices •Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work directly with technical and operational stakeholders •Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills •Demonstrated capacity to communicate technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders •Active Security Clearance is required •Operational familiarity with X9 Spider Mission Computer architectures or similar mission platform integrations Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!