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

General Dynamics Information Technology

87d • $82,283 - $111,323

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance.
• 2+ 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.
• Skills/Tools: DOORS, SysML/MBSE, Visio/Modeling tools, Jira/Confluence, Git, Wireshark.

Nice To Haves

• 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, DoDAF 2.x, NESI/DISR, and production readiness.
• Exposure to TEMPEST/EMI considerations, COMSEC/CMS workflows, and multi-enclave operations.

Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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 and ensure configuration baselines remain compliant.
• Prepare production readiness inputs and reliability/maintainability assessments.
• Lead site survey/installation planning, risk assessment, schedules, and as-built documentation.
• Support logistics and sustainment artifacts, obsolescence management, and upgrade pathways.
• Brief IPTs/WIPTs and leadership; mentor junior engineers; champion MBSE/DevSecOps practices.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits and wellness packages.
• 401K with company match.
• Competitive pay and paid time off.
• Full-flex work week to own your priorities at work and at home.
• Paid Family Leave program providing up to 160 hours of paid leave in a rolling 12 month period.
• Short and long-term disability benefits, life, accidental death and dismemberment, personal accident, critical illness and business travel and accident insurance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees