Model-Based Systems Engineer (Mid - Senior Level)
$135k - $185kG2 Ops Inc
Quick Position Facts!
Location: San Diego, CA at our G2 Ops office and customer site.
Work Setting: In person, with some remote opportunity and/or flexible working hours based on program requirement.
Salary Range: $135,000-185,000 based on experience, plus comprehensive benefits package.
Years of Industry Experience: 8+ years of relevant experience.
Security Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain and maintain Active DoD Secret Clearance.
What You’ll Do
Develop and maintain system and system-of-systems architectures using SysML-based tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, IBM Rhapsody, or similar modeling environments.
Apply MBSE methods to support requirements definition, design, analysis, verification, validation, and interoperability across acquisition lifecycle phases.
Create, refine, and manage model artifacts, including requirements, behaviors, structures, interfaces, allocations, and traceability products.
Support mission architecture analysis, platform integration, readiness assessments, and digital engineering activities for Navy and DoD programs.
Help build scalable model architectures that support operational requirements, data-driven decisions, and future capability planning.
Leverage model data to enable a digital thread across engineering disciplines, including cyber, software, integration, configuration management, and platform engineering.
Produce model-derived reports, artifacts, and technical summaries that support engineering decisions, program reviews, and stakeholder communication.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and government stakeholders to align MBSE solutions with program objectives and mission needs.
What You’ll Bring
Required Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related technical discipline.
3+ years of relevant systems engineering, model-based systems engineering, digital engineering, or system architecture experience.
Hands-on experience applying MBSE methodologies to develop system models, executable architectures, simulations, analyses, or digital engineering artifacts.
Working knowledge of SysML, UML, systems modeling standards, requirements management, and systems engineering lifecycle processes.
Experience with at least one MBSE or architecture modeling tool, such as Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, IBM Rhapsody, or a similar enterprise modeling environment.
Ability to analyze complex technical information and translate it into clear, actionable summaries for technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across engineering, cyber, software, integration, platform, and program teams.
Ability to obtain and maintain the required DoD security clearance.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience supporting Navy, DoD, NAVWAR, PEO C4I, or complex system-of-systems programs.
Familiarity with Navy C4I systems, platform integration, surface ship architectures, mission-level capability analysis, or fleet readiness activities.
Experience implementing, maturing, or sustaining MBSE practices within a DoD program office or digital enterprise environment.
Experience supporting digital thread development across cyber, configuration management, software, systems engineering, or integration disciplines.
Scripting experience with Python, Ruby, Java, or similar languages to automate model queries, data translation, or model integration activities.
Experience presenting technical findings to government stakeholders, senior leaders, or cross-functional engineering teams.
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 $135,000-185,000 , 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 8 years (2018-2025) 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.
G2 Ops, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program. Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States.
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