Why Join C5MI?

C5MI is a technology and services firm focused on delivering digital transformation across supply chain, manufacturing, logistics, and IT operations. As a trusted SAP Gold Partner, we serve customers across the public and private sectors—helping them improve mission-critical systems, modernize operations, and increase visibility across their enterprise. Our employees are key to our success, so we strive to be more than just a team; we’re a community built upon a set of Core Values that guide our every action:

• Challenge – We believe in challenging the present – it’s the only way to shape the future. We must be exceptional communicators and collaborators while always learning. We also understand that speaking your mind requires equal parts brain (what to say), thoughtfulness (when to say it), and caring (how it’s said). Incremental won’t win.
• Have Fun – We are on a journey, together. Take care of your family, take care of yourself, and take care of each other. Live your happiness. Stay human, take care of each other and invest in your community. Life isn’t all about work. Live your happiness. Be healthy.
• All In – You can’t fake passion – show your energy. Own it – take charge and lead. Our team is made up of top quartile talent and we never accept second best. Accountability, trust, and integrity create an environment to realize the team’s true potential.
• Never Forget the Customer – We have walked a mile in your shoes. Experience matters. We drive innovation to generate business value. Be true – no BS.
• GSD (Get Stuff Done) – We take initiative and never make excuses. We act with urgency, and we delivery high quality outcomes with extreme velocity. We embrace process discipline, drive continuous improvement, and stay audit ready. We relentlessly execute and plan for tomorrow by creating sustainable outcomes. That is how we win!
• Empower – Our people are the foundation for our success. We recognize their value, and support them by fostering a culture of collaboration and innovation. We recognize individual strengths, build confidence through action, and invest in personal development.

Position Summary: This role supports C5MI Industry 4.0 capability demonstrations from initial research and development projects through internal product development for commercial and government customers. The chosen candidate will create, customize, and deliver demonstrations in C5MI’s Live Warehouse Experience Center centering on cyber-physical systems. This role requires a combination of technical learning, customer-facing skills, and a strong understanding of business objectives through active listening.

This position requires a collaborative and innovative engineer that can create and implement new functional and technical scenarios that are scalable, composable, and aligned with our customers’ business goals. Must be a hands-on engineer with a strong ability to demonstrate, collaborate, and engage with internal and external stakeholders. Must be comfortable in bridging between the IT systems layer and the Operational Systems (Automation) layers.

The outlined role is responsible for supporting C5MI’s target architecture strategies and roadmaps through successful identification and implementation of prototypes and demonstrations using C5MI's digital maturity model showcasing integration of Industry 4.0 with the digital core.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

• Develop small prototypes and proof-of-concept models, based on a given design criterion that demonstrate interaction between physical and digital components.
• Support creation and design innovative cyber-physical systems (CPS) that showcase the integration of physical devices (such as robots, sensors, and automated guided vehicles) with digital systems.
• Assist software architects and engineers to integrate CPS with backend digital systems, such as business applications, databases, cloud platforms, and analytics tools.
• Set up and maintain a controlled lab environment for conducting cyber-physical demonstrations through execution of playbooks and script setup and teardown documentation.
• Configure hardware components, install necessary software, and troubleshoot any technical issues.
• Write code including Python and JavaScript in support of cyber-physical systems.
• Support integration of various sensors such as vision cameras, temperature sensors, motion detectors into the cyber-physical demonstration environment including collection, processing, and driving actions.
• Follow cyber-security policy and procedures to address security risks associated with cyber-physical system by implementing encryption, access controls, and secure communication protocols.
• Support delivery of prototypes and demonstrations through internal service line customer engagements.
• Stay current on the latest capabilities, threats, and trends in Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) and operational technology (OT) to ensure mission success.
• Performs other related tasks as assigned by direct supervisor.

Required/Desired Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field, OR equivalent years of experience.
• Must have industry experience of 5 years.
• 2 years of demonstrated experience as a software engineer or automation controls engineer supporting operational technology solutions.
• Experience with low-code or no-code solutions such as Node-Red, Node.js, Microsoft PowerAutomate, and others. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, and overall web page development would be a plus.
• Familiarity with utilizing Industry 4.0 frameworks, toolsets, modeling including Node-Red, Predix by GE, MindSphere by Siemens, and others.
• At least 1 year of experience in supporting testing of operational technology (OT) solutions, including authoring, data provisioning, execution, and remediation.
• Must be able to obtain a U.S. security clearance.
• Experience with operational technology solutions including programmable logic controller (PLC) and other industrial control systems (ICS).
• Full lifecycle implementation experience; manufacturing and warehouse experience would be a plus.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

• Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, networking, and systems administration.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages and software development methodologies.
• Familiarity of cloud platforms, virtualization technologies, and data management.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity principles.
• Ability to prioritize tasks, resources, and meet project deadlines.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, etc.) is a plus.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external vendors and partners.
• Ability to translate technical concepts into clear and concise language for non-technical stakeholders.
• Proven ability to analyze technical issues, identify root causes, and propose potential solutions.
• Willingness to adapt to evolving technologies, industry trends, and business requirements.
• Commitment to continuous learning and professional development.

Compensation:

In accordance with pay transparency law, the expected salary range for this position is $110,000 – $145,000 annually. The actual compensation offered will be determined based on factors such as the candidate’s experience, qualifications, skills, and location. We are committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. This posted range reflects our good faith estimate of the compensation we reasonably expect to offer for this role at the time of posting.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Supplemental Insurance Options: Accident, hospital indemnity, critical illness, legal assistance, identity theft protection, and pet insurance
• Lifestyle Spending Account: $1,500 annual benefit to support employee well-being
• Flexible Time Off: Unlimited PTO plus a generous paid holiday schedule
• Retirement Savings: 401(k) with both traditional and Roth options, including company match
• Performance Rewards: Annual bonus program
• Professional Growth: Education reimbursement program

Application Deadline

Applications will be accepted through March 15th, 2026.

How to Apply:

To apply for this position, use the application link provided in this job posting and complete the application and submit a resume. If the position requires a specific certification, please be sure to upload a copy of your certification when you apply.

C5MI is an Equal Opportunity Employer that does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions, and lactation), marital status, military service and veteran status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances.