Systems Engineer (Tactical Networks – CANES) | Active Secret clearance

Overview

Type of Requisition: Pipeline

Clearance Level Must Currently Possess: Secret

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain: Secret

Public Trust/Other Required: None

Job Family: IT Infrastructure and Operations

Job Qualifications: Skills: DISA STIG, Systems Engineering, Virtual Environments

Certifications: None

Experience: 5 + years of related experience

US Citizenship Required: Yes

What you’ll do

Transform mission needs into deployed capability as a Systems Engineer with GDIT. You’ll lead end-to-end systems engineering for Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES) and related Navy tactical network efforts with NIWC Pacific (Codes 55131/55132/55133) in support of PMW-160 — spanning ashore, afloat, subsurface, airborne, mobile, and joint environments.

MEANINGFUL WORK AND PERSONAL IMPACT

• Drive full lifecycle SE: capability analysis, requirements decomposition, verification objectives, and system specifications for new builds and tech refresh of CANES baselines.
• Produce enterprise/tactical/system-level architectures aligned to DoD Architecture Framework; author views, interface definitions, and interoperability mappings across enclaves and domains.
• Lead engineering development: prototype, integrate, and lab-validate network and compute solutions (virtualized data centers, transport, GPON, wireless, SATCOM); mature technology to higher TRLs.
• Generate core SE artifacts: System Engineering Plans (SEPs), Engineering Implementation Plans (EIPs), Interface Control Documents (ICDs), Software Requirements Specifications (SRS), design drawings, BoMs, and STEDPs/BESEPs/IDPs for installation approval.
• Plan and support Developmental Test & Evaluation (DT&E), Test Readiness Reviews (TRRs), SOVTs, and Operational Assessments; perform defect triage, root-cause analysis, and corrective action tracking.
• Coordinate RMF touchpoints with IA teams (IATT/ATO evidence, STIG alignment) and ensure configuration baselines remain compliant; maintain change control through CCB/PTRB and CMPro.
• Prepare production readiness inputs (LRIP/FRP/FRD), reliability/maintainability assessments, and environmental/TEMPEST/EMI considerations with vendor and government stakeholders.
• Lead site survey/installation planning, risk assessment, schedules, and as-built documentation; minimize operational impact and ensure successful fleet introduction.
• Support logistics and sustainment artifacts (ILSP/LSA inputs), obsolescence management, and upgrade pathways via ECR/ECP/RFD/RFW processes.
• Brief IPTs/WIPTs and leadership; mentor junior engineers; champion MBSE/DevSecOps practices to accelerate delivery.

Required qualifications

• Security Clearance: Active Secret clearance
• Experience:
• 5+ years systems engineering for enterprise or tactical networks, including requirements management, architecture/design, integration, and test.
• Hands-on with virtualized environments (vSphere/vCenter), routing/switching, QoS, GPON, and enclave integration across ashore/afloat contexts.
• Authoring SE artifacts (SEPs/EIPs/ICDs/SRS/design drawings) and executing DT&E/SOVT/TRR events.
• Working knowledge of RMF coordination, DISA STIG alignment, and configuration management (CMPro or equivalent).
• Skills/Tools: DOORS (requirements/RTM), SysML/MBSE (Cameo/MagicDraw preferred), Visio/Modeling tools, Jira/Confluence, Git, Wireshark; strong interface control and interoperability engineering.
• Education: BS/BA in Systems, Electrical/Computer, or Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related field (equivalent experience may substitute per GDIT policy).
• Certifications: DoD 8570/8140 IAT-II baseline (e.g., Security+ CE) within 90 days of start.
• Work Location: Onsite San Diego, CA (NIWC Pacific). Limited CONUS/OCONUS travel to labs, shipyards, and fleet concentration areas per tasking and installation/test events
• Position Availability: Position is pending final contract award.
• US Citizenship Required

Desirable

• Prior support to NIWC Pacific and/or PMW-160 CANES, ADNS, or similar Navy tactical network programs.
• INCOSE CSEP/ASEP, ITIL, VMware (VCP), Cisco (CCNP/ENCOR), or MBSE certification.
• Experience with BESEP/FRCB submissions, shipboard installation documentation, and cross-domain/guard solutions.
• Familiarity with CJCSI 6212 (Net-Ready KPP), DoDAF 2.x, NESI/DISR, and production readiness (LRIP/FRP).
• Exposure to TEMPEST/EMI considerations, COMSEC/CMS workflows, and multi-enclave operations.

GDIT is your place

At GDIT, the mission is our purpose, and our people are at the center of everything we do.

• Growth: AI-powered career tool that identifies career steps and learning opportunities
• Support: An internal mobility team focused on helping you achieve your career goals
• Rewards: Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages, 401K with company match, and competitive pay and paid time off
• Flexibility: Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home
• Community: Award-winning culture of innovation and a military-friendly workplace

Own Your Opportunity

Explore an enterprise IT career at GDIT and you’ll find endless opportunities to grow alongside colleagues who share your desire to drive operations forward.

Salary: The likely salary range for this position is $108,979 - $147,443. This is not, however, a guarantee of compensation or salary. Salary will be set based on experience, location, and contractual requirements and could fall outside of this range.

Logistics

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Travel Required: 10-25%

Telecommuting Options: Hybrid

Work Location: USA CA San Diego

Additional Work Locations: Any Location / Remote

Total Rewards at GDIT: Our benefits package includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and other programs. We offer flexible work weeks where possible and a variety of leave options. We are GDIT — a global technology and professional services company delivering to the U.S. government, defense, and intelligence community. Join our Talent Community to stay updated on opportunities at gdit.com/tc. Equal Opportunity Employer / Individuals with Disabilities / Protected Veterans