System Engineer

About the role

We are seeking a Systems Engineer to support systems and system-of-systems engineering efforts across complex technical environments. This role will be responsible for architecture design, integration, testing, implementation, certification activities, and technical analysis in support of mission and business objectives. The ideal candidate is analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of working both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment. This position requires strong problem-solving abilities, technical documentation experience, and the ability to interpret data and translate findings into actionable recommendations.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Conduct systems and system-of-systems architecture design, integration, implementation, testing, review, and certification activities.
• Perform technical requirements definition and allocation across multiple systems and stakeholders.
• Conduct data analysis, interpret findings, and summarize results to support operational and technical decision-making.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, reports, and supporting materials.
• Analyze data from multiple disparate sources to identify trends, draw conclusions, and address business or operational challenges.
• Support cross-functional teams in the execution of engineering and technical initiatives.
• Apply analytical and critical thinking skills to solve complex technical problems.
• Support administration, configuration, and troubleshooting activities across multiple operating systems and virtualized environments.
• Perform all functional duties independently with minimal oversight while contributing effectively within a team environment.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Information Technology, Operations Research, Mathematics, Physics, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5-8 years of relevant systems engineering or technical integration experience. Additional experience supporting Tactical Data Links (TDL), Command and Control (C2) systems, or defense programs is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and data analysis skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Ability to quickly learn and apply technical concepts to assigned responsibilities.
• Experience working with and analyzing data from multiple sources to support business or technical objectives.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
• Active Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with Tactical Data Links (TDL), Command and Control (C2) software, and High-Power Amplifier Groups.
• Experience supporting or working with MIDS On-Ship (MOS) environments is highly desirable.
• Experience as a systems administrator supporting various operating systems.
• Experience with VMware and virtualized environments.
• Experience handling or supporting COMSEC-related processes and equipment.
• Experience supporting systems engineering, integration, testing, or certification activities in complex technical environments.
• Experience supporting government, defense, or large-scale enterprise programs is a plus.

Preferred Experience With

• Command and Control Environmental Decision Support (C2EDS)
• Common Operational Picture (COP) Sync Tool (CST)
• Harbor and Coastal Surveillance (HCS)
• Multi-Tactical Digital Information Link (TADIL) Capability Client (MTC)
• Time Critical Object Manager (TCOM)
• Water Space Management (WSM)
• Interoperable C4I Services (ICS)
• Tactical Communications Processor (TCP) / Command and Control Processor (C2P) Mode 4 or equivalent
• Human Machine Interface (HMI) Multiple Link Interface Unit (MLIU)
• Informix
• Joint Network Design Aid (JNDA)
• GPS technologies and integration
• Secure-Wide Area Network (S-WAN)
• Multifunctional Information Distribution System (MIDS)-On-Ship (MOS)
• MIDS Joint Tactical Radio System (JTRS)
• Beyond Line of Sight (BLOS) Tactical Data Link (TDL) solutions
• Commercial Low Volume Terminals (CLVT)

Pay

$120,000 - $148,673 USD per year (San Diego, United States)