systems-engineering jobs in San Diego

Lead and grow a team of 3–6 opto-mechanical engineers while serving as technical lead on aerospace optical system projects spanning design, integration, and test. Provide technical mentorship, manage project execution, and perform hands-on work on complex opto-mechanical challenges including alignment, environmental testing, and performance evaluation.…See more Contribute to business development and proposal writing; stay current with opto-mechanical advancements and drive innovation.

Lead Systems Engineer role supporting Navy physical and electronic security system modernization. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering deliverables and technical documentation, identifying technical risks and obsolescence concerns, preparing technical summaries and dashboards for leadership, and providing technical mentoring to systems engineering staff.…See more Requires 10+ years of DoD systems engineering experience in force protection, physical/electronic security, command and control, or related mission systems, with strong expertise in requirements management, configuration management, integration, and lifecycle sustainment.

Design, plan, and implement physical and logical Command, Control, Communications, and Intelligence (C4I) network solutions. Lead and mentor subordinates and team members in defining, analyzing, and solving problems for afloat (naval) network systems.…See more Ensure engineering practices align with program processes, policies, and organizational approaches. This role requires active leadership, technical problem-solving, and the ability to guide teams through complex network architecture and implementation challenges.

Design, develop, and test secure military radio communication systems, including antennas, transceivers, and digital signal processing units. Conduct RF laboratory and field testing, troubleshoot hardware/software/firmware issues, and contribute to system architecture and technical documentation.…See more Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stay current with industry standards in wireless communications. Entry-level role for recent graduates with an EE or systems engineering degree and 2–4 years of systems engineering experience.

Principal System Lead responsible for translating AI-driven use cases into scalable, power-efficient implementations on Qualcomm's mobile SoCs. The role spans the full AI stack—generative AI, diffusion models, on-device inference, and camera-centric workloads—requiring deep knowledge of AI software frameworks and optimization across performance, latency, memory, and power constraints.…See more You will define system-level architectural enhancements for AI accelerators, CPUs, GPUs, and memory subsystems, working across hardware, software, and platform teams to align designs with OEM product roadmaps. The position demands 8+ years of semiconductor product development experience, 5+ years in technical leadership, and strong ability to solve complex AI system challenges through quantitative analysis and cross-functional collaboration.

Lead Systems Engineer supporting Navy mission-critical physical and electronic security systems modernization and sustainment. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering deliverables and technical documentation, identifying technical risks and obsolescence concerns, recommending corrective actions, and providing technical leadership and mentoring to systems engineering teams.…See more Requires 10+ years of systems engineering experience on DoD contracts in force protection, physical/electronic security, command and control, or related mission systems, with strong expertise in requirements management, configuration management, V&V, and lifecycle sustainment.

Lead automotive software platform engineering programs at Qualcomm as the chief technical counterpart to OEM customers. Manage end-to-end program delivery from conception through SOP, coordinating cross-functional Qualcomm teams (hardware, software, systems, safety, security) while serving as the voice of the customer in internal forums.…See more Define technical solutions around SoCs, BSPs, platform software, and reference architectures; anticipate customer needs and translate them into platform requirements. Requires 6–8+ years of software engineering experience with strong embedded systems and automotive systems background (compute platforms, embedded OS stacks, ADAS architecture).

This role focuses on integrating unmanned systems and sensors into the Minotaur C4I platform and related targeting software. You'll develop and maintain CI/CD pipelines, implement security compliance (STIGs, ATO, CDS), author technical documentation and SOPs, and serve as the technical liaison across NSW commands and industry partners.…See more The position requires strong proficiency in virtualization (Docker, Kubernetes, Linux), hands-on experience with mission-command software (Minotaur, Compass, uADSI), and demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex systems and train operators. Regular travel within CONUS is required for training, testing, and coordination.

Lead Systems Engineer role supporting Navy physical and electronic security systems modernization and sustainment. Responsibilities include reviewing engineering deliverables and technical documentation, identifying technical risks and obsolescence concerns, preparing technical summaries and decision-support products for leadership, and providing technical mentoring to systems engineering teams.…See more Requires 10+ years of systems engineering experience on DoD contracts in force protection, physical security, command and control, or related mission systems, with strong expertise in requirements management, configuration management, integration, verification and validation, and lifecycle sustainment.

Senior Systems Engineer supporting complex maritime and naval defense programs. Will lead and coordinate engineering activities across multiple disciplines, translate customer operational needs into technical requirements, manage program schedules and risks, and guide engineering teams through systems architecture, integration, verification, and validation.…See more Requires 10+ years of systems engineering or naval engineering experience, strong stakeholder coordination across military and government leaders, and ability to manage technical scope, deliverables, and program artifacts.

Lead technical program execution for complex maritime and naval defense systems at Leidos, coordinating engineering activities across multiple disciplines and stakeholder organizations. Translate customer operational needs into technically sound engineering approaches, manage schedules, risks, and deliverables, and guide engineering teams through systems architecture, requirements analysis, integration, and verification.…See more Prepare technical briefings for senior military and government leadership, facilitate technical interchange meetings, and resolve technical and operational issues across engineers, subcontractors, fleet personnel, and government stakeholders. Requires 10+ years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, naval engineering, maritime operations, or technical program management in defense systems.

The Technical Director serves as the senior technical authority for complex engineering and IT programs at SAIC, responsible for defining technical strategy, overseeing system architecture and design reviews, and managing technical risk across cross-functional teams. The role requires translating customer requirements into technical architectures, providing mentorship to engineers and developers, and ensuring compliance with security standards and quality processes.…See more The successful candidate will lead Technical Review Boards, engage with customer stakeholders, drive adoption of emerging technologies, and collaborate with program management on cost, schedule, and resource alignment. Candidates must have 14+ years of experience (or equivalent with advanced degree), active Secret clearance, 5+ years in a senior technical or management role, PMP certification, and expertise in project management, systems engineering, and DoD environments.

BAE Systems seeks a Test Automation Engineer with 6–8 years of software integration and test experience to automate tests, develop test plans and procedures, and support system integration on aerospace and defense programs. The role requires leading testing and integration of complex software projects, coordinating with technical teams, verifying requirements, and supporting customer meetings and operational deployment.…See more The candidate must hold an active Secret clearance, understand modern software development and systems engineering practices, and work effectively in an Agile, fast-paced environment with both in-person and remote collaboration.

Software Engineer I will design, develop, and integrate maintainable software applications, data pipelines, and user interfaces using Python, with direct customer interaction to understand mission needs and translate operational objectives into technical requirements. Responsibilities include building REST APIs, web and desktop UIs, hardware integration, test automation, and supporting laboratory and field testing of prototype systems.…See more The role requires proficiency in Python, Git/GitHub, Linux command-line tools, REST API design, and experience with multi-component software integration and debugging.

As a Systems Engineer, you will lead and coordinate engineering activities across multiple technical disciplines while supporting program planning, execution, and customer coordination for complex maritime and naval defense systems. You will translate customer operational needs into technically sound engineering approaches, manage technical scope and schedules, conduct requirements analysis and systems integration, and guide engineering teams through verification and validation.…See more You will prepare technical briefings, analyze technical and operational information to identify risks and opportunities, and provide technical leadership during surge activities, with frequent domestic and international travel required.

Sr. Director of Engineering role at Qualcomm requiring 10+ years of semiconductor product development experience and 5+ years in technical leadership.…See more The position involves defining system-level architecture and strategy for complex hardware/software integration, particularly around AI workloads, multimedia processing, and power efficiency. Responsibilities include presenting technical trade-offs to executive leadership, solving ambiguous OEM requirements from first principles, identifying cross-boundary innovations, and contributing to the patent portfolio.

Senior Systems Engineer responsible for leading complex maritime and defense system engineering programs. Translates customer operational needs into technical requirements and engineering approaches, coordinates activities across multiple disciplines and stakeholder organizations, and manages program execution including schedules, risks, deliverables, and technical documentation.…See more Guides engineering teams through systems architecture, requirements analysis, systems integration, and verification/validation. Prepares technical briefings and decision presentations for senior military and government leadership.

The Technical Program Lead will support program execution and mission priorities by coordinating engineering activities across multiple technical disciplines and stakeholder organizations. The role involves translating customer operational needs into engineering approaches, managing schedules, risks, and deliverables, and guiding engineering teams through systems architecture, requirements analysis, and integration.…See more The candidate will facilitate technical interchanges, review engineering products for alignment with requirements, and prepare technical briefings for senior military and government leadership. This position requires a bachelor's degree in a technical discipline and at least 10 years of progressively responsible experience in systems engineering, naval engineering, or program management within defense or maritime systems.

Lead end-to-end robotics system architecture spanning hardware, firmware, OS, middleware, AI runtimes, and cloud integration at the principal/director level. Define architectural principles for real-time behavior, performance, safety, determinism, and scalability across heterogeneous compute (CPU/GPU/DSP/NPU/MCU), and guide decisions across perception, localization, navigation, planning, manipulation, and control stacks.…See more Architect multi-sensor systems with precise timing/synchronization (PTP/IEEE 1588), sensor fusion pipelines, and ROS 2/DDS-based middleware. Provide technical leadership, mentorship, hiring standards, and influence multi-year platform strategy.

Senior Systems Test Software Engineer at an autonomous maritime company responsible for designing and maintaining test infrastructure for autonomous surface vessels. You will work hands-on across the engineering team to develop comprehensive test strategies, implement hardware-in-the-loop rigs, simulation frameworks, and CI/CD pipelines.…See more Strong systems intuition and deep experience with test automation, verification & validation, and production reliability are essential; you'll own the test architecture while documenting systems so other engineers can extend them independently.

Senior Platform Systems Engineer responsible for developing validation and automation tools for enterprise datacenter infrastructure, including servers, storage, networking, and high-density AI/GPU systems. The role involves designing platform architecture, managing firmware and BIOS configurations, supporting manufacturing and deployment activities, and ensuring regulatory and EMC compliance.…See more Requires strong systems engineering expertise spanning power systems, Linux, networking, storage technologies, and infrastructure validation, with proficiency in Python, Bash, and C scripting.

Systems engineer supporting autonomous aircraft development, responsible for translating pilot operational experience into system requirements and certification strategies. Develop training/deployment documentation, perform safety assessments, and drive avionics hardware/software requirements through systems engineering and trade-off analysis.…See more Support type certification and operational approval processes using aerospace standards. Requires FAA pilot or dispatcher certification plus 7+ years designing safety-critical aerospace systems.

Senior Systems Engineer responsible for designing, architecting, and overseeing complex technical systems. The role requires a strong foundation in computer science or engineering with systems-level thinking across hardware, software, and integration.…See more Must communicate effectively across technical and business stakeholders, manage program requirements, and apply systems engineering principles to solve enterprise-scale problems. TS/SCI security clearance is required.

Lead cross-functional engineering development programs spanning mechanical, electrical, photonics, software, and firmware teams at a quantum hardware startup. Drive day-to-day execution, manage scope/schedule/budget for photonics hardware projects, identify risks, unblock teams, and partner with supply chain to ensure on-time delivery.…See more Requires a Ph.D. in engineering and minimum 8 years of hardware project engineering or hardware product management experience, with proven ability to execute structured hardware development processes across multiple disciplines.

Lead system-level design, integration, and validation of AI/GPU and database infrastructure platforms spanning compute, storage, networking, power, and thermal domains. Drive datacenter power architecture, thermal strategies, platform manufacturability, and cross-functional root-cause analysis across hardware, firmware, and systems engineering.…See more Develop validation tools in Python, Bash, or C, and influence platform architecture through technical insight on emerging infrastructure technologies. This is a broad systems engineering role requiring strong judgment operating across multiple engineering disciplines in enterprise and hyperscale environments.