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

Public Trust: None

Requisition Type: Pipeline

Your Impact

Own your opportunity to support our nation's defense. Make an impact by connecting and securing critical operations across the globe, keeping our country safe and secure.

Job Description

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.

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED (Required):

• 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

WHAT WE’D LOVE FOR YOU TO HAVE (Desired):

• 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.

Work Requirements

Years of Experience

5 + years of related experience

* may vary based on technical training, certification(s), or degree

Certification

CompTIA Security+ CE | CompTIA - CompTIA

Travel Required

None

Citizenship

U.S. Citizenship Required