Model-Based Systems Engineer (Junior-Mid)

G2 Ops, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Educational assistance

Job summary

G2 Ops, Inc. is seeking a Model-Based Systems Engineer in San Diego to support PMW 770 Undersea Communications systems.

You’ll develop MBSE products and digital engineering deliverables to support requirements, design, verification, validation, interoperability, and lifecycle decisions. You’ll collaborate with government customers and engineers to align MBSE outputs with program objectives, using tools like MagicDraw/Cameo, Sparx EA, or Rational Rhapsody, while pursuing a mature, digital-thread

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or a related STEM field.
• 3+ years of MBSE, systems engineering, digital engineering, or system architecture experience.
• Experience applying MBSE to requirements, architecture, design, analysis, verification, validation, or lifecycle activities.
• Knowledge of MBSE tools and standards; ability to produce clear model artifacts and reports.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills; able to work across cross-functional teams.
• Active DoD Secret Clearance at start; ability to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Apply MBSE methods across requirements, design, analysis, verification, and validation.
• Develop and maintain system models, architecture products, diagrams, and digital engineering deliverables.
• Support interoperability analysis across mission and technical environments.
• Produce model-derived reports and decision-support materials for leadership and engineers.
• Coordinate model information and digital-thread objectives across teams.
• Help mature a model-based culture with digital enterprise infrastructure.
• Establish digital-thread connections across systems engineering, cybersecurity, CM, software, and integration.

Skills

MBSE

Systems Engineering

Digital Engineering

Requirements analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, computer science, or related STEM

Tools

MagicDraw/Cameo

Sparx EA

Rational Rhapsody

Job description

• Location: San Diego, CA at our G2 Ops office.
• Work Setting: In office with flexible schedule options available based on program requirements
• Salary Range: $90,000 - $125,000 plus comprehensive benefits package.
• Years of Industry Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Security Clearance Requirement: Must hold an Active DoD Secret Clearance at the start of employment and be able to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance.

About the Role

G2 Ops supports mission-critical defense and technology initiatives by solving complex operational and engineering challenges. We are seeking a motivated, collaborative Model-Based Systems Engineer to support PMW 770 Undersea Communications systems, including the ExVLF program environment.

In this role, you’ll develop Model-Based Systems Engineering products and digital engineering deliverables that support requirements, system design, analysis, verification, validation, interoperability, and acquisition lifecycle decisions.

What You’ll Do

• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering methods throughout requirements, design, analysis, verification, and validation activities
• Develop and maintain system models, architecture products, diagrams, and digital engineering deliverables for PMW 770 Undersea Communications systems
• Support interoperability analysis to help ensure systems operate effectively across mission and technical environments
• Produce model-derived reports, technical summaries, and decision-support products for program leadership and engineering stakeholders
• Manage and coordinate model information, resources, and digital-thread objectives across engineering teams
• Help implement and mature a model-based culture using digital enterprise infrastructure and collaborative modeling practices
• Use model data to establish and maintain digital-thread connections across systems engineering, cybersecurity, configuration management, software, and integration disciplines
• Collaborate with government customers, engineers, analysts, and other cross-functional stakeholders to align MBSE products with program objectives

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, systems engineering, computer science, mathematics, or another STEM field
• 3+ years of relevant Model-Based Systems Engineering, systems engineering, digital engineering, or system architecture experience
• Experience applying MBSE principles to requirements, architecture, design, analysis, verification, validation, or acquisition lifecycle activities
• Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language, Unified Modeling Language, systems modeling standards, or related systems engineering lifecycle processes
• Experience with a collaborative MBSE or digital engineering environment, such as MagicDraw/Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx Systems Enterprise Architect, IBM Rational Rhapsody, System Architect, or a comparable tool
• Ability to develop clear model artifacts, reports, and decision-support products for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional, team-oriented environment
• Active DoD Secret Clearance at the start of employment and the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting Navy, DoD, or other government programs
• Experience supporting undersea communications, command-and-control, or complex system-of-systems environments
• Familiarity with Department of Defense Architecture Framework or Unified Architecture Framework practices
• Experience developing or supporting digital-thread objectives across multiple engineering disciplines
• Experience implementing model-based practices within a digital enterprise environment
• Familiarity with AutoCAD or a comparable drafting tool
• OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional, Associate Systems Engineering Professional, or Certified Systems Engineering Professional certification

Additional Considerations

• This is a full-time position supporting mission-focused customer environments
• Outside employment or activities must not create conflicts of interest with company or customer responsibilities

Why G2 Ops?

What makes someone choose one company over another? Compensation, benefits, meaningful work, flexibility, growth opportunities, culture?

At G2 Ops, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, but what truly sets us apart is our collaborative culture. Team members support mission-focused projects alongside highly skilled technical professionals across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and program teams.

We encourage continuous learning, cross-training, and professional growth while empowering team members to contribute ideas that improve how we work and deliver value to our customers.

At G2 Ops, your contributions matter to our customers’ missions and to the continued success of our team.

Compensation & Benefits.

The annual salary range for this position is $90,000–$125,000 depending on qualifications and experience.

G2 Ops offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our employees both personally and professionally, including:

• 100% company-paid insurance for medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees and family members
• 100% company-paid insurance for life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer matching
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Educational assistance

In addition, we provide professional development opportunities, performance recognition programs, and resources that support long-term career growth and work-life balance.

AI at G2 Ops.

At G2 Ops, we don’t just talk about AI — we actively use it to improve how we work.

Our teams are integrating AI into engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and decision-making workflows. We continue to invest in secure AI tooling aligned with government security requirements while developing practical, mission-focused applications across the company.

Whether your role is technical or operational, you’ll have opportunities to explore how AI can enhance efficiency, innovation, and mission impact.

Work Environment.

Because we support classified and mission-critical DoD programs, many roles require onsite collaboration at G2 Ops offices and/or customer locations. Depending on program requirements, telework and flexible scheduling options may be available.

We’ve built a collaborative environment where team members can learn, contribute, and grow while supporting meaningful customer missions.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited about solving meaningful problems, working alongside talented teammates, and contributing to important mission-focused work, we’d love to hear from you.

We look forward to learning more about you!