Tactical Networks Mission Engineering Lead Systems Engineer (LSE)

Metronome, LLC; San Diego (CA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Metronome, LLC is seeking a Tactical Networks Mission Engineering Lead Systems Engineer (LSE) in San Diego, CA. The role supports rapid fielding of network implementations and integration of external capabilities for tactical networks, with responsibilities spanning CONOPS, fleet introduction, and cross-agency coordination.

The position requires 7+ years leading multisite/remote engineering teams, strong documentation skills, and experience with network/system integration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years leading multisite or remote engineering teams
• 7+ years developing technical documentation (concepts, requirements, integration plans, or CONOPS)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across Navy programs, Fleet organizations, Warfare Development Commands, or other federal agencies
• Experience supporting network or systems integration, testing, and fielding activities
• Experience with modeling, simulation environments, or engineering tools used in network/system development
• Experience troubleshooting and restoring network or system issues in operational or fleetsupport contexts
• Proven track record of performance in stakeholderfacing roles requiring relationship building and crossprogram coordination

Responsibilities

• Support CONOPS development and Fleet Introduction activities
• Lead remote engineering teams supporting development, testing, modeling, simulation, and integration for tactical networks products
• Coordinate with Fleet Commands, Warfare Development Commands, PMWs, and enterprise partners
• Manage integration efforts with external stakeholder capabilities

Skills

Leadership

Documentation

Coordination across programs

Network/systems integration

Modeling/simulation

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering/CS/Math/Physical Science

Tools

Python

JSON/YAML

Job description

San Diego, CA (Hybrid)

full time

Secret

$120,000 - $150,000

TITLE:

Tactical Networks Mission Engineering Lead Systems Engineer (LSE)

DESCRIPTION:

Seniorlevel systems engineer supporting Tactical Networks Technology to coordinate efforts to rapidly field new network implementations and integration of external stakeholder capabilities leveraging Tactical Networks. Responsibilities include:

• Supporting CONOPS development and Fleet Introduction activities
• Managing integration efforts with external stakeholder capabilities
• Coordinating with Fleet Commands, Warfare Development Commands, other PMWs, and PAE enterprise partners
• Leading remote engineering teams supporting development, testing, modeling, simulation, and integration for tactical networks products

LOCATION:

Hybridsite billet located in San Diego, CA. Candidate will be required to attend meetings at client sites in classified spaces.

EXPERIENCE:

Minimum of seven (7) years of experience supporting engineering of Information Technology or network systems for DoD or Government agencies and meeting the specific requirements of the proposed LCAT.

EDUCATION:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or Physical Science.

CLEARANCE:

Secret minimum; TS/SCI desired.

ADDITIONAL REQUIRED POSITIONSPECIFIC QUALIFICATIONS

• 7+ years experience leading multisite or remote engineering teams
• 7+ years experience developing technical documentation (concepts, requirements, integration plans, or CONOPS)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across Navy programs, Fleet organizations, Warfare Development Commands, or other federal agencies
• Experience supporting network or systems integration, testing, and fielding activities
• Experience with modeling, simulation environments, or engineering tools used in network/system development
• Experience troubleshooting and restoring network or system issues in operational or fleetsupport contexts
• Proven track record of performance in stakeholderfacing roles requiring relationship building and crossprogram coordination

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience with Tactical Networks systems, architectures, or fielding processes
• Experience supporting Fleet Introduction activities or operational fleet coordination
• Experience with transport, connectivity, or networkcentric systems engineering
• Experience with DevSecOps, NetDevOps, or automated testing frameworks
• Experience with modeling network/system behavior using Python, JSON/YAML, or similar formats
• Experience developing or maturing complex crossenterprise engineering efforts
• Ability to autonomously move engineering efforts forward with limited oversight

REQUIRED SKILLS

• 7+ years experience leading multisite or remote engineering teams
• 7+ years experience developing technical documentation (concepts, requirements, integration plans, or CONOPS)
• Demonstrated ability to coordinate across Navy programs, Fleet organizations, Warfare Development Commands, or other federal agencies
• Experience supporting network or systems integration, testing, and fielding activities
• Experience with modeling, simulation environments, or engineering tools used in network/system development
• Experience troubleshooting and restoring network or system issues in operational or fleetsupport contexts
• Proven track record of performance in stakeholderfacing roles requiring relationship building and crossprogram coordination