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General Dynamics Information Technology · 2 weeks ago

Systems Engineer (Tactical Networks – CANES) | Active Secret clearance

San Diego, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

$84K/yr - $114K/yr

2+ years exp

General Dynamics Information Technology is a global technology and professional services company. They are seeking a Systems Engineer to transform mission needs into deployed capability for the Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and related Navy tactical network efforts, leading end-to-end systems engineering and ensuring compliance with various standards and requirements.

Artificial Intelligence (AI)Cloud ComputingConsultingCyber SecurityInformation Technology

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Drive full lifecycle SE: capability analysis, requirements decomposition, verification objectives, and system specifications for new builds and tech refresh of CANES baselines

Produce enterprise/tactical/system-level architectures aligned to DoD Architecture Framework; author views, interface definitions, and interoperability mappings across enclaves and domains

Lead engineering development: prototype, integrate, and lab-validate network and compute solutions (virtualized data centers, transport, GPON, wireless, SATCOM); mature technology to higher TRLs

Generate core SE artifacts: System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Engineering Implementation Plans (EIPs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), design drawings, BoMs, and STEDPs/BESEPs/IDPs for installation approval

Plan and support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), SOVTs, and Operational Assessments; perform defect triage, root-cause analysis, and corrective action tracking

Coordinate RMF touchpoints with IA teams (IATT/ATO evidence, STIG alignment) and ensure configuration baselines remain compliant; maintain change control through CCB/PTRB and CMPro

Prepare production readiness inputs (LRIP/FRP/FRD), reliability/maintainability assessments, and environmental/TEMPEST/EMI considerations with vendor and government stakeholders

Lead site survey/installation planning, risk assessment, schedules, and as-built documentation; minimize operational impact and ensure successful fleet introduction

Support logistics and sustainment artifacts (ILSP/LSA inputs), obsolescence management, and upgrade pathways via ECR/ECP/RFD/RFW processes

Brief IPTs/WIPTs and leadership; mentor junior engineers; champion MBSE/DevSecOps practices to accelerate delivery

Qualification

Systems EngineeringDISA STIGVirtual EnvironmentsCompTIA Security+ CEDOORSSysML/MBSEJira/ConfluenceGitWiresharkInteroperability EngineeringRisk AssessmentMentoring

Required

Active Secret clearance

2+ years systems engineering for enterprise or tactical networks, including requirements management, architecture/design, integration, and test

Hands-on with virtualized environments (vSphere/vCenter), routing/switching, QoS, GPON, and enclave integration across ashore/afloat contexts

Authoring SE artifacts (SEPs/EIPs/ICDs/SRS/design drawings) and executing DT&E/SOVT/TRR events

Working knowledge of RMF coordination, DISA STIG alignment, and configuration management (CMPro or equivalent)

DOORS (requirements/RTM), SysML/MBSE (Cameo/MagicDraw preferred), Visio/Modeling tools, Jira/Confluence, Git, Wireshark; strong interface control and interoperability engineering

BS/BA in Systems, Electrical/Computer, or Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (equivalent experience may substitute per GDIT policy)

DoD 8570/8140 IAT-II baseline (e.g., Security+ CE) within 90 days of start

US Citizenship Required

Preferred

Prior support to NIWC Pacific and/or PMW-160 CANES, ADNS, or similar Navy tactical network programs

INCOSE CSEP/ASEP, ITIL, VMware (VCP), Cisco (CCNP/ENCOR), or MBSE certification

Experience with BESEP/FRCB submissions, shipboard installation documentation, and cross-domain/guard solutions

Familiarity with CJCSI 6212 (Net-Ready KPP), DoDAF 2.x, NESI/DISR, and production readiness (LRIP/FRP)

Exposure to TEMPEST/EMI considerations, COMSEC/CMS workflows, and multi-enclave operations

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages

401K with company match

Variety of medical plan options, some with Health Savings Accounts

Dental plan options

Vision plan

Paid time off plans, including vacation, sick and personal time, holidays, paid parental, military, bereavement and jury duty leave

Short and long-term disability benefits

Life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance

Company

General Dynamics Information Technology

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General Dynamics Information Technology is an IT consulting company that specializes in cyber security, AI, and quantum computing. It is a sub-organization of General Dynamics.

Founded in 1999

Falls Church, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees