APM-E Systems Engineer

Atlas Tech; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Atlas Tech is seeking an APM-E Engineer in San Diego, CA to provide direct technical and systems engineering support for Navy afloat and enterprise network modernization efforts. The role involves coordinating with external PMWs, NAVWAR standards, and cybersecurity authorities while delivering technical assessments and recommendations.

Qualifications include a DoD Secret clearance, a BS in engineering or related field, and 6+ years of systems engineering experience on DoD or government networks.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required.
• Six (6) years’ professional experience in systems engineering for DoD/government programs.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD security clearance (Secret).
• Experience integrating Navy tactical networks and CANES/ADNS systems is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert-level technical engineering support to the APM E and support Technical Decision Authority.
• Lead systems and network engineering integration for modernization and cyber enhancements across Navy networks.
• Represent engineering interests at IPTs and coordinate with PMWs and NAVWAR authorities.
• Develop, track, and deliver Engineering Change Requests with impact analysis.
• Prepare system documentation, architectures, and digital engineering models.

Skills

Systems engineering

Technical communication

Team collaboration

Cybersecurity awareness

Education

Bachelor of Science degree

Tools

Cisco/Juniper routing & switching

VMware ESXi

vSAN

SysML/Cameo MBSE

Job description

Atlas Tech is a rapidly expanding company supporting the U.S. Military and other Government entities and we are seeking a passionate, flexible, and highly motivated team player to join our group of Technology professionals.

We are looking for a talented APM-E Engineer to provide direct technical and systems engineering support to the Assistant Program Manager - Engineering (APM E), facilitating engineering integration, technical rigor, and effective communication across Navy afloat and enterprise network modernization efforts. The role also includes responsibility for managing technical interfaces with external Program Management Offices (PMWs) and ensuring engineering alignment with NAVWAR, IT, and Cybersecurity Technical Authority standards, architectures, and processes. This is a full-time position working out of San Diego, CA.

If you are comfortable in intense, fast-paced environments, can think on your feet, and can excel in team-based collaborative efforts, then this may be the right job for you.

You Will:

• Serve as the primary technical engineering support to the APM E, providing expert-level insight, recommendations, technical decision support, and preparation of technical assessments to support APM E delegated Technical Decision Authority (TDA).
• Lead systems and network engineering integration efforts for modernization, upgrades, and cyber-related enhancements to afloat and enterprise network architectures, ensuring the engineering and technical integrity of PMW 160 systems (e.g., CANES, ADNS, and integrated tactical network baselines) across Surface, Subsurface, and Shore platforms.
• Represent engineering interests at Integrated Product Team (IPT) meetings and act as the technical liaison between the APM E, cross functional engineering teams, matrixed PMW personnel, and external PMWs.
• Coordinate development, tracking, and delivery of program prioritized Engineering Change Requests (ECRs) and Change Requests (CRs), reviewing impacts to technical interfaces, network boundaries, address allocations, and system baselines.
• Perform systems engineering services across the full project lifecycle, including requirements definition, system test and integration, design documentation, and incorporation of digital engineering models, decomposed technical requirements, and testable measures of performance.
• Develop, update, and maintain system configuration documentation, troubleshooting guides, interface diagrams, and technical traceability artifacts.
• Develop and revise system architectures to improve performance, stability, supportability, and long-term sustainability, ensuring mission level interoperability and accurate data flows across tactical networks.
• Manage technical interfaces and coordination with external PMWs to ensure alignment, integration, and effective communication across programs.
• Lead or support technical review events, including System Engineering Technical Reviews (SETRs), SOVT verification reviews, Risk/Issue/Opportunity (RIO) adjudication, and the development of technical review action plans.
• Support Tactical Network Platform (i.e., CANES) engineering, including topology design, switching/routing protocols, VLAN segmentation, virtualization baselines, and cybersecurity compliant configurations.
• Support the engineering and integration of Tactical Network WAN (i.e., ADNS) boundaries, including policy routing, QoS, traffic shaping, and transport path selection for ship to shore WAN communications.
• Assess, track, and manage cyber, systems engineering, and test & evaluation risks throughout the program life cycle, escalating unresolved technical disagreements through the Technical Authority chain when necessary.
• Gather operational feedback from fleet users and ISEAs and integrate fleet identified deficiencies into upcoming software releases and technical refreshes.

You Have:

• U.S. Citizenship
• Possession of and the ability to maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Level Security Clearance
• Six (6) years’ experience supporting the engineering of Information Technology systems for a DoW or Government Agency.
• Minimum of three (3) years’ experience supporting the engineering of Department of War/Department of Defense Tactical Networks.
• Ability to provide expert level knowledge in systems engineering and information technology.
• Ability to develop solutions across software and hardware to solve problems and implement enhancements.
• Ability to investigate and resolve issues that span multiple applications/technologies and require involvement from technical personnel across multiple organizations.
• Ability to develop and/or revise system designs and architectures to improve efficiency, stability, effectiveness, supportability, and sustainability, including alignment with NAVWAR Technical Authority, Zero Trust, RMF, and CYBERSAFE requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong understanding of Cisco/Juniper routing and switching, firewall configurations, IP addressing, virtualization (VMware ESXi, vSAN), and software defined networking concepts used within Navy tactical enclaves.
• Working knowledge of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies (e.g., SysML/Cameo) and familiarity with NAVWAR technical review processes and Navy certification pathways.

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor of Science degree from an accredited university in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science required.
• Minimum of six (6) years’ professional experience in systems engineering

We Would Be Impressed If You Had:

• Experience working with NAVWAR, NIWC Pacific, and PEO C4I Program Offices.
• Experience with Navy specific initiatives and PMW 160 systems (e.g., Consolidated Afloat Network Enterprise Systems (CANES), Platform Application Services (PAS), Agile Core Services (ACS), Automated Digital Network System (ADNS)).
• Master’s degree in an Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent technical discipline.
• A TS/SCI Security Clearance

Want to hear more? Read on to see what our Team Members say about their experience:

“To me, the best part about working at Atlas is the level of transparency afforded to everyone in the company. I’ve had plenty of jobs where I knew what I was doing, but at Atlas there is a concerted effort to make sure we also understand why, and how our role directly impacts the overall mission.” - Jess

“With LEARNING as a core value, Atlas is constantly promoting ways to increase knowledge and stay at the forefront of the latest technology. Team members are regularly encouraged to continue learning and Atlas provides training resources and skills enhancement opportunities internally as well as education reimbursement if you prefer to obtain skills through outside resources or higher education.” - Wendy

Atlas Tech is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, or protected veteran status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where diverse perspectives are valued and respected.

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Atlas Tech offers a competitive salary, generous benefits package, and an opportunity to make a positive impact in your own community.