Systems Engineer IV

Scientific Research Corporation; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 127,650 - 212,750; Full time

Job summary

Scientific Research Corporation is seeking a Systems Engineer IV for US Navy programs in San Diego, CA. You will provide technical leadership and support systems engineering, integration, testing, configuration management, and fleet support for the SSEE FoS family and related modules.

Active TS/SCI eligibility is required. 8–10 years of DoD/Navy systems engineering experience, a bachelor’s degree, and strong writing and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI eligibility required for starting work.
• 8–10 years of DoD/Navy systems engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership supporting Navy C5ISRT efforts on SSEE FoS and related programs.
• Support systems engineering, integration, testing, configuration management, documentation, and fleet support.

Skills

Systems Engineering

Linux

VMware

Ansible

Configuration Management

Agile/Scrum

Jira/Confluence

RHCSA/RHCE

Technical Writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

Jira/Confluence

Job description

Systems Engineer IV

Location: US-CA-San Diego

ID: 2026-11334

Category: Systems Engineer

Position Type: Regular Full-Time

Application Open Date: 7/13/2026

Estimated Starting Salary Range: USD $127,650.00/Yr. - USD $212,750.00/Yr. Salary to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

Description

• Providing technical leadership supporting Navy C5ISRT efforts on the Centerline task order, to include Ship's Signals Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) Family of Systems (FoS), Cryptologic Carry On Program, and Mission Modules
• Supporting systems engineering, integration, testing, configuration management, documentation, and fleet support

Requirements

• Active TS/SCI eligibility clearance required to start
• Demonstrated experience supporting Ship's Signal Exploitation Equipment (SSEE) Increment F engineering/maintenance
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, information systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 8-10 years supporting DoD/Navy Systems Engineering
• Strong technical writing and communication skills
• CompTIA Security+ certification or ability to obtain within six months of hiring

Desired Skills

• C5ISRT Systems Engineering
• Integration & Test
• Linux, VMware, virtualized environments
• Ansible Playbook development
• Configuration Management
• Agile/Scrum methodologies
• Jira/Confluence
• RHCSA or RHCE certification

Clearance Information

SRC IS A CONTRACTOR FOR THE U.S. GOVERNMENT, THIS POSITION WILL REQUIRE U.S. CITIZENSHIP AS WELL AS, A U.S. GOVERNMENT SECURITY CLEARANCE AT THE TOP SECRET / SCI LEVEL

Travel Requirements

• 10% or less

About Us

Scientific Research Corporation is an advanced information technology and engineering company that provides innovative products and services to government and private industry, as well as independent institutions. At the core of our capabilities is a seasoned team of highly skilled engineers and scientists with multidisciplinary backgrounds. This team is challenged daily to provide cutting edge technology solutions to our clients.

SRC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with a company match, life insurance, vacation and sick paid time off accruals with amounts increasing based on role and years of service, 11 paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, and a work environment that encourages excellence and more. For positions requiring a security clearance, selected applicants will be subject to a government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

EEO

Scientific Research Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate in employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state or local law.

Scientific Research Corporation endeavors to make www.scires.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact [e-mail] for assistance. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.