Model-Based Systems Engineer

Quick Position Facts!

Location: San Diego, CA at our G2 Ops office.

Work Setting: In-Office with Hybrid/Flexible Schedule Available Based on Program Requirements.

Salary Range: $90,000 - $130,000 plus comprehensive benefits package.

Years of Industry Experience: 3+ years of relevant experience.

Security Clearance Requirement: Must have and maintain an active DoD Secret security clearance at start, with the ability to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI clearance.

About the Role . G2 Ops supports mission-critical defense and technology initiatives by solving complex operational and engineering challenges. We are seeking a motivated, collaborative Model Based System Engineer to join a high-functioning team of engineers developing the Navy’s first Submarine Communications shore communication platform models.

In this role, you’ll use Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and digital engineering practices to build and maintain platform models that serve as an authoritative source of truth. Your work will contribute directly to the Navy’s transition to Digital Engineering and help maintain the Submarine Force’s tactical and strategic communications infrastructure.

What You’ll Do

Develop and maintain Submarine Communications shore communication platform models using Cameo Systems Modeler.

Apply MBSE methods to capture system architecture, requirements, interfaces, relationships, and technical information.

Build and maintain multiple platform models as authoritative sources of truth for engineering teams and stakeholders.

Support the Navy’s transition to Digital Engineering through consistent, accurate, and reusable system models.

Collaborate with systems engineers and technical stakeholders to ensure models accurately represent platform architectures and engineering requirements.

Maintain model quality, consistency, traceability, and configuration across multiple platform models.

Use model data to support engineering analysis, technical decision-making, and communication across engineering disciplines.

Identify opportunities to improve modeling practices, digital engineering workflows, and model usability.

Contribute to engineering efforts that support the continued reliability and effectiveness of Submarine Force tactical and strategic communications infrastructure.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in mathematics, engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

3+ years of experience in systems engineering, Model-Based Systems Engineering, or a related engineering role.

Experience developing and maintaining system models using Cameo Systems Modeler.

Ability to develop clear, accurate, and maintainable system architecture and engineering models.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting DoD or government programs.

Experience supporting Navy programs, communications systems, complex platforms, or system-of-systems environments.

Familiarity with Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and systems architecture modeling practices.

Experience maintaining models as an authoritative source of truth within a digital engineering environment.

Experience with requirements traceability, architecture development, interface modeling, or engineering analysis.

Relevant systems engineering, MBSE, or digital engineering certification or specialized training.

Relevant advanced certifications or specialized training.

Experience working in cross-functional or customer-facing environments.

Additional Considerations

This is a full-time position supporting mission-focused customer environments.

Outside employment or activities must not create conflicts of interest with company or customer responsibilities.

Why G2 Ops? What makes someone choose one company over another? Compensation, benefits, meaningful work, flexibility, growth opportunities, culture?

At G2 Ops, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose.

We offer competitive pay and benefits, but what truly sets us apart is our collaborative culture. Team members support mission-focused projects alongside highly skilled technical professionals across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and program teams.

We encourage continuous learning, cross-training, and professional growth while empowering team members to contribute ideas that improve how we work and deliver value to our customers.

At G2 Ops, your contributions matter to our customers’ missions and to the continued success of our team.

Compensation & Benefits. The annual salary range for this position is $90,000 – $130,000, depending on qualifications and experience.

G2 Ops offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our employees both personally and professionally, including:

100% company-paid insurance for medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees and family members

100% company-paid insurance for life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) for eligible employees

401(k) plan with discretionary employer matching

10 paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Educational assistance

In addition, we provide professional development opportunities, performance recognition programs, and resources that support long-term career growth and work-life balance.

AI at G2 Ops. At G2 Ops, we don’t just talk about AI — we actively use it to improve how we work.

Our teams are integrating AI into engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and decision-making workflows. We continue to invest in secure AI tooling aligned with government security requirements while developing practical, mission-focused applications across the company.

Whether your role is technical or operational, you’ll have opportunities to explore how AI can enhance efficiency, innovation, and mission impact.

Work Environment. Because we support classified and mission-critical DoD programs, many roles require onsite collaboration at G2 Ops offices and/or customer locations. Depending on program requirements, telework and flexible scheduling options may be available.

We’ve built a collaborative environment where team members can learn, contribute, and grow while supporting meaningful customer missions.

Ready to Apply? If you’re excited about solving meaningful problems, working alongside talented teammates, and contributing to important mission-focused work, we’d love to hear from you.

We look forward to learning more about you!

About G2 Ops, Inc. (G2 Ops)

G2 Ops leverages over a decade of experience integrating Systems, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering techniques to provide solutions to a growing list of Government and private customers. We combine cutting edge tools with innovative engineering practices, data analytics, and risk algorithms that enhance visibility into complex infrastructures, optimizing resiliency in system design and operations.

G2 Ops is a woman-owned small business led by an executive staff known for providing innovative solutions to solve our nation’s most complex engineering challenges. G2 Ops has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing companies each of the last 9 years (2018-2026) and has locations in Arlington, VA, Virginia Beach, VA, and San Diego, CA.

G2 Ops, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

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