Systems Engineer (Mid-Level) - CONTINGENT - 26-027 - Hybrid

AUSGAR Technologies Inc.; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is seeking a Systems Engineer for a contingent, hybrid role in San Diego.

The position requires an active Secret clearance at hire and involves supporting Navy communications and navigation programs through design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of complex systems. The role entails lifecycle support, requirements analysis, system architecture, integration across hardware/software/cyber, and coordination with government and program teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree and 3+ years in systems engineering on complex programs.
• Ability to translate requirements into system-level specs and communicate them clearly.
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills and communication.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering lifecycle from concept to deployment and sustainment.
• Translate customer and technical requirements into system-level requirements and specs.
• Participate in architecture development, interface definition, and trade studies.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to ensure successful program execution.

Skills

Secret clearance

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics

Tools

MBSE

SysML

Cameo

MagicDraw

Job description

Systems Engineer – CONTINGENT - 26-027 – Hybrid

Job Type: Full-Time

Security Clearance: Must possess an active Secret clearance upon hire. This position is contingent upon contract award.

Location: Hybrid – approximately 60% onsite (Old Town San Diego) and 40% remote.

We use E-Verify to electronically confirm the employment eligibility of newly hired employees.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc., an equal‑opportunity, Service‑Disabled Veteran‑Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) and Department of Defense contractor, specializes in Information Assurance, Cybersecurity, and Systems Engineering.

Position Overview: Support mission‑critical U.S. Navy communications and navigation programs through design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment of complex defense systems.

Responsibilities

• Support the engineering lifecycle from concept development through design, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment.
• Analyze customer, operational, and technical requirements and translate them into system‑level requirements and specifications.
• Participate in systems architecture development, interface definition, requirements allocation, and trade studies.
• Support integration of hardware, software, network, cybersecurity, and platform systems within complex operational environments.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation, including requirements documents, interface control documents (ICDs), design artifacts, test procedures, and technical reports.
• Coordinate with government stakeholders, program managers, software developers, cybersecurity personnel, and test teams to ensure successful program execution.
• Assist in planning and conducting system integration testing, verification, validation, and operational assessments.
• Support technical reviews including System Requirements Reviews (SRR), Preliminary Design Reviews (PDR), Critical Design Reviews (CDR), Test Readiness Reviews (TRR), and System Acceptance Reviews (SAR).
• Evaluate system performance, identify technical risks, and develop mitigation strategies.
• Analyze engineering data, test results, and system metrics to support decision‑making and continuous improvement efforts.
• Support cybersecurity, compliance, and accreditation activities as required.
• Participate in configuration management, change control processes, and technical baseline management.
• Provide technical recommendations to support program execution, modernization efforts, and future capability development.
• Develop and maintain technical documentation, operating procedures, and system configuration records.
• Identify opportunities to improve reliability, security, maintainability, and operational efficiency.

Required Qualifications

• Must possess a Secret level security clearance.
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, Physics, or a related technical discipline, with 3+ years of systems engineering experience supporting complex technical programs.
• Ability to analyze requirements and communicate technical concepts to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Ability to develop, read, interpret, and apply technical documentation.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with command and control (C2), communications, combat systems, tactical data links, cybersecurity, networking, cloud technologies, or software‑intensive systems.
• Knowledge of Model‑Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar tools.
• Experience supporting test and evaluation activities in laboratory, shipboard, or operational environments.
• Familiarity with DoD Risk Management Framework (RMF) and cybersecurity requirements.
• Professional certifications such as INCOSE ASEP/CSE/ESEP, PE, OCSMP, OMG SysML.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting DoD, Navy, federal government, or defense‑contractor environments.
• Experience supporting research, laboratory, testing, or prototype‑development environments.
• Experience with government procurement processes and regulations.

Travel: Expected travel up to 10%.

Salary: $120,000 - $155,000, commensurate with qualifications.

Based on qualifications, placement will be in Level I–V.

AUSGAR Technologies, Inc. is an equal‑opportunity employer. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need assistance in completing the application, you have the right to request reasonable accommodation. Please e‑mail us at [e-mail] if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access www.ausgar.com careers page as a result of your disability.