digital-engineering jobs in San Diego

SAIC seeks a cleared Principal Systems Engineer to lead a cross-functional engineering team providing technical assistance for Battlespace Awareness and Information Operations (BAIO) programs within the Navy's PEO C4I organization. The role involves systems architecture design, integration, testing, and cyber certification for manned and unmanned platforms, along with requirements analysis, MBSE support, and technical advisory services to senior Navy leadership.…See more The candidate will manage interface requirements, conduct system-of-systems integration activities, and provide subject matter expertise on Information Operations doctrine, tactics, and advanced technology development. Requires TS/SCI clearance, a bachelor's degree in science/engineering/math with 9+ years experience (or master's with 7+ years), and demonstrated expertise in systems engineering, unmanned systems, and military command-and-control environments.

This mid-level Systems Engineer role focuses on defining, designing, and de-risking complex tactical communication systems integrating hardware, software, networking, and RF components. The engineer will contribute to mission-intent refinement, system architecture and interface definition, trade studies, modeling/simulation activities, and integration testing—capturing and validating expected vs.…See more observed behavior to surface architectural assumptions and feed insights back into system refinement. The role requires 4–6 years of experience integrating across hardware, software, networking, and RF domains in iterative, fast-paced environments where requirements and architecture evolve as uncertainty is reduced.

Entry-level systems engineer role supporting intelligence and defense customers in C4ISR, geospatial intelligence, and mission management domains. Responsibilities include requirements analysis, technical documentation, agile capabilities and user story generation, interface mock-ups, and hands-on testing in a rapid development environment.…See more The role requires a BS in engineering/technical discipline with exposure to MBSE, digital engineering, requirements tracking, and testing methodologies; business travel for product demos and system testing is expected.

Senior Software/Firmware Systems Engineer and Architect will design, architect, and lead complex real-time embedded and mission-critical systems for space, missile defense, and high-reliability platforms. Responsibilities include defining system architecture and requirements, leading cross-functional teams through design and test reviews, integrating software/firmware payloads, and ensuring consistency across digital engineering artifacts.…See more The role requires 7–12+ years of embedded systems experience with expertise in microcontrollers, FPGAs, communication protocols (RS-422, I²C, GigE, SPI, TCP/UDP, MQTT, Modbus), and formal verification/validation processes; strong technical leadership and customer-facing communication skills are essential.

As a System Engineer at General Atomics, you will support requirement verification and documentation using MBSE models and tools like DOORS, linking requirements to test plans and artifacts. You'll interface with customers during program shaping and requirements derivation, provide technical direction to design staff, and devise solutions to complex engineering problems.…See more The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering (or master's with less experience) plus progressive engineering experience, strong systems engineering fundamentals, and familiarity with digital engineering toolsets including SysML-based tools, MagicDraw, and DOORS. You may represent the organization as a prime technical contact on contracts and will prepare technical reports, documentation, and presentations.

This role designs and implements cybersecurity architecture for complex electromagnetic and power systems across defense, space, and commercial programs. The Cybersecurity Architect develops secure network and system architectures aligned to NIST, DoD, and customer standards; performs vulnerability assessments and risk management; and serves as a technical liaison between security, hardware, software, and program teams.…See more The position requires deep expertise in cyber standards (NIST SP 800-53, NIST SP 800-171, DODI 8500.02, CNSSI 1253), secure system design, and incident response, plus the ability to communicate complex security issues and remediation strategies across all organizational levels.

Senior Software/Firmware Systems Engineer and Architect at General Atomics responsible for architecting real-time embedded and mission-critical firmware systems, leading complex engineering projects through design reviews and integration testing. The role requires 7+ years of experience (with PhD) architecting software/firmware for microcontroller and FPGA-based systems, with deep knowledge of communication protocols, formal verification/validation, and cross-functional collaboration.…See more Responsibilities include systems engineering artifact management, anomaly root-cause analysis, customer interface, technical documentation, and program lifecycle coordination in a TS/SCI environment.

This is a network engineering role focused on designing, implementing, troubleshooting, and sustaining tactical and enterprise network systems with a strong cybersecurity emphasis. The engineer will work with WAN-level architectures, routing, connectivity, and tactical data links while assessing cybersecurity risks across deployed systems and coordinating with cross-functional stakeholders.…See more The role requires deep experience in network architecture, cybersecurity policy, security controls, vulnerability management, and the ability to document and communicate technical risks and network designs to both engineering and operational audiences.

This role leads the design, development, and integration of ashore and afloat network and cloud-agnostic system architectures for Naval infrastructure, with a focus on Windows Server–based enterprise IT systems and hybrid cloud migration. The architect will conduct system assessments, develop detailed workload migration plans, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and provide guidance during implementation to ensure architectural compliance.…See more The position requires 12+ years of enterprise systems engineering in DoD environments, hands-on experience with Red Hat, Microsoft, AWS, Azure, SAN, HCI, virtualization, and DoD cybersecurity compliance frameworks. A Secret clearance is required, and the candidate must obtain a DoD 8570.11 IAT Level II certification (Security+, CCNA Security, GSEC, or SSCP) within 30 days of start.

Lead the design, development, and integration of ashore and afloat network and cloud-agnostic system architectures for Naval infrastructure, spanning enterprise IT systems, cloud migrations, and hybrid environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to conduct system assessments, develop detailed workload migration plans with risk mitigation strategies, and provide architectural oversight during implementation.…See more Required: 12+ years of DoD enterprise systems engineering experience, proficiency with Red Hat and Microsoft technologies, AWS and Azure cloud architecture, infrastructure-as-code, SAN/HCI/DR architectures, and DoD cybersecurity compliance (RMF, STIGs). Must obtain DoD 8570.11 IAT Level II certification within 30 days of start.

Lead Systems Engineer to support government sponsors in architecting, analyzing, and integrating complex mission and enterprise systems. The role focuses on applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), executable MBSE, architecture analysis, and digital engineering methods to develop system architectures and inform acquisition decisions.…See more Responsibilities include modeling complex systems using standards-based frameworks (UAF, SysML, UML), developing executable models for verification and validation, designing prototypes and dashboards in Java and Python, applying industry standards (MOSA, OMS, UCI, FACE), and advising government sponsors on architecture strategies and digital transformation. The position requires 8+ years of systems/aerospace engineering experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees) and includes mentoring junior engineers.