Senior DoD Systems Verification & Supportability Engineer

San Diego, CA; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium medical/dental/vision for the‑

Short and long-term disability

401(k) match up to 10%

Comprehensive training and development

11 paid holidays and PTO accrual

Job summary

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Senior Supportability Systems Engineer IV to independently evaluate system performance and supportability for Navy network engineering and deployment activities. The role develops verification plans, reviews test evidence, and ties findings to logistics and readiness objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a DoD Secret clearance, DoD 8570/8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications, a Master’s degree in engineering, and at least 10 years of systems engineering

Qualifications

• Active DoD Secret level security clearance required.
• DoD Approved 8570 / 8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications required.
• Master’s level degree in an Engineering discipline required.
• 10 years of professional experience in systems engineering required.
• Experience conducting independent verification & validation and incorporating logistics constraints into system requirements.

Responsibilities

• Develop independent verification plans and assessments tied to system requirements.
• Evaluate test execution, document findings, and challenge conclusions lacking evidence.
• Record defects and verify corrective actions through retesting.
• Prepare pre-installation checkout reports to identify deployment risks.
• Work with logistics/design personnel to establish supportability, readiness, and lifecycle constraints.
• Translate assessment findings into actionable recommendations with evidence.

Skills

Security clearance (DoD Secret)

DoD 8570/8140 OS certs

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Job description

NexGen Data Systems is seeking a Senior Supportability Systems Engineer IV to independently evaluate system performance and supportability for Navy network engineering and deployment activities. The role develops verification plans, reviews test evidence, and ties findings to logistics and readiness objectives.

The ideal candidate holds a DoD Secret clearance, DoD 8570/8140 OS and Cybersecurity certifications, a Master’s degree in engineering, and at least 10 years of systems engineering