Senior Systems Engineer

VT Group (VTG); San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 94,000 - 178,000; Full time

Job summary

VTG is seeking Senior Systems Engineers to serve as subject matter experts on the AN/SQQ-89(V) Undersea Warfare combat system in San Diego, CA and Hampton Roads, VA. These roles lead technical data authoring, software/firmware management, training architecture, security engineering, and cross-functional systems integration across the full lifecycle of the AN/SQQ-89 ACB software suite.

Responsibilities include leading S1000D data development, managing updates, and acting as technical authority

Qualifications

• 15+ years of systems engineering on Navy surface ship combat systems.
• DoD SECRET clearance required; TS/SCI eligibility preferred for eMASS/SIPRNet.
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or related field.
• S1000D technical data authoring experience and AIM data module workflows.
• Experience with NAVSEA eMASS, ACAS, and DoD 8570 IA workforce certification.
• Master's degree preferred can substitute for 5 years experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead S1000D data development and SVD authoring for AN/SQQ-89 ACB functional segments.
• Manage software and firmware reproduction, version control, and change tracking for ~800 annual updates.
• Serve as technical authority for ACB functional segment analysis, TOR review and submission.
• Lead iPDM document review, COTS/hardware group participation, and design interface coordination.
• Develop and maintain CSOSS redlines and test procedures.
• Lead JDTA and training architecture development aligned to NEC requirements.
• Oversee MOODLE/LMS curriculum content development and IPRA authoring.
• Manage eMASS/ACAS operations, SIPRNet interface, and cATO compliance.
• Support CSSQT at-sea events as technical authority for ACB system state and sensor integration.
• Author OPSEC plan and manage DD 254 compliance and COMSEC account functions.

Skills

S1000D technical data authoring

AN/SQQ-89 ACB software architecture

IA workforce certification (8570.01)

NAVSEA eMASS familiarity

ACAS familiarity

SIPRNet interface experience

MOODLE/LMS content development

IPRA authoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE/SE or related field

Master's degree substitutes for 5 years experience

Tools

NAVSEA eMASS

ACAS

DoD 8570 IA certification

SIPRNet

Job description

VTG is seeking Senior Systems Engineers to serve as subject matter experts on the AN/SQQ-89(V) Undersea Warfare combat system in San Diego, CA, and Hampton Roads, VA. These positions lead technical data authoring, software/firmware management, training architecture, security engineering, and cross‑functional systems integration across the full lifecycle of the AN/SQQ-89 ACB software suite.

What will you do?

• Lead S1000D technical data development and SVD authoring for AN/SQQ-89 ACB functional segments
• Manage software and firmware reproduction, version control, and change tracking for approximately 800 annual AN/SQQ-89 updates
• Serve as technical authority for ACB functional segment analysis, TOR review and submission
• Lead iPDM document review, COTS/hardware working group participation, and design interface coordination
• Develop and maintain CSOSS redlines and test procedures
• Lead Job Duty Task Analysis (JDTA) and training architecture development aligned to NEC requirements
• Oversee MOODLE/LMS curriculum content development and IPRA authoring
• Manage eMASS/ACAS operations, SIPRNet interface, and cATO compliance
• Support CSSQT at‑sea events as technical authority for ACB system state and sensor integration monitoring
• Author OPSEC plan and manage DD 254 compliance and COMSEC account functions

Do you have what it takes?

• Must have and maintain a DoD SECRET clearance; TS/SCI eligibility preferred for eMASS/SIPRNet functions
• 15+ years of systems engineering experience on Navy surface ship combat systems (Master's degree substitutes for 5 years)
• Demonstrated hands‑on experience with AN/SQQ-89 ACB software architecture strongly preferred
• S1000D technical data authoring experience and familiarity with AIM data module workflows
• Experience with NAVSEA eMASS, ACAS, and DoD 8570.01 IA workforce certification
• Bachelor's degree in computer science, electrical engineering, systems engineering, or related technical field required
• Experience with CSSQT, INCO, or shipboard combat system integration testing preferred
• Position contingent upon contract award

VTG’s estimated starting pay range is $94,000-$178,000 which is a general guideline for the geographic location. When extending an offer, VTG also considers work experience, education, skill level, market considerations and may possibly include contractual requirements which may cause an offer to fall outside of this range.