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Top Secret
Senior Level Career (10+ yrs experience)
$150000 - $160000 per year
No Traveling
Unspecified
IT - Software
San Diego, CA (On-Site/Office)
Job Summary
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in advancing mission success while working alongside a diverse and talented group of professionals committed to excellence.
The Systems Engineer will support Navy C4I programs by applying advanced systems engineering expertise to design, integrate, and sustain mission-critical capabilities. This role requires hands-on experience across the full engineering lifecycle, ensuring that all solutions align with DoD standards, security requirements, and operational objectives.
The successful candidate will leverage their experience of systems engineering to collaborate with stakeholders, coordinate with multidisciplinary technical teams, and maintain accurate program documentation. Through technical leadership and innovative problem-solving, the Systems Engineer will deliver secure, effective, and reliable solutions that enhance mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities
The Systems Engineer will:
* Apply systems engineering expertise to design, integrate, test, and implement mission-critical solutions within DoD environments
* Support DoD and Navy C4I programs across the full engineering life cycle
* Conduct and document systems integration, testing, and validation activities
* Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and program leadership to meet mission requirements
* Ensure compliance with systems engineering standards, security frameworks, and DoD policies
* Deliver engineering solutions within established scope, schedule, and performance requirements
Required Skills & Experience
The Systems Engineer must have:
* Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility
* 7+ years of professional systems engineering experience supporting DoD or Navy C4I programs
* Skilled in systems design, integration, testing, and implementation in complex environments
* Strong understanding of systems engineering standards, compliance requirements, and security frameworks
* Excellent problem-solving, documentation, collaboration, and communication skills
Education & Certifications
The System Engineer must meet the following:
Required
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline
Preferred
* Advanced degree
* Industry certifications such as PMP CISSP or equivalent
Benefits
* Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401(k)
* PTO
* Paid Parental Leave
* Tuition reimbursement
* Paid federal holidays
Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.
Company Summary
Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.
Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."
Company Employment Statement
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Systems Engineer to join our team. This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in advancing mission success while working alongside a diverse and talented group of professionals committed to excellence.
The Systems Engineer will support Navy C4I programs by applying advanced systems engineering expertise to design, integrate, and sustain mission-critical capabilities. This role requires hands-on experience across the full engineering lifecycle, ensuring that all solutions align with DoD standards, security requirements, and operational objectives.
The successful candidate will leverage their experience of systems engineering to collaborate with stakeholders, coordinate with multidisciplinary technical teams, and maintain accurate program documentation. Through technical leadership and innovative problem-solving, the Systems Engineer will deliver secure, effective, and reliable solutions that enhance mission readiness.
Key Responsibilities
The Systems Engineer will:
* Apply systems engineering expertise to design, integrate, test, and implement mission-critical solutions within DoD environments
* Support DoD and Navy C4I programs across the full engineering life cycle
* Conduct and document systems integration, testing, and validation activities
* Collaborate with technical teams, stakeholders, and program leadership to meet mission requirements
* Ensure compliance with systems engineering standards, security frameworks, and DoD policies
* Deliver engineering solutions within established scope, schedule, and performance requirements
Required Skills & Experience
The Systems Engineer must have:
* Active Top Secret with SCI eligibility
* 7+ years of professional systems engineering experience supporting DoD or Navy C4I programs
* Skilled in systems design, integration, testing, and implementation in complex environments
* Strong understanding of systems engineering standards, compliance requirements, and security frameworks
* Excellent problem-solving, documentation, collaboration, and communication skills
Education & Certifications
The System Engineer must meet the following:
Required
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering discipline
Preferred
* Advanced degree
* Industry certifications such as PMP CISSP or equivalent
Benefits
* Medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
* Flexible Spending Accounts
* 401(k)
* PTO
* Paid Parental Leave
* Tuition reimbursement
* Paid federal holidays
Security Clearance
Must be a U.S. Citizen. A high-level Department of Defense active security clearance is/may be required. Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to government information.
Physical Requirements
Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time and typing and reading from a computer screen. The candidate must have enough mobility, including bending, reaching, and kneeling, to complete daily duties in a prompt and efficient manner, and that may include lifting up to thirty pounds, as necessary.
Company Summary
Headquartered in Hawaii, Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC, is an SBA-Certified NHO-owned 8(a) Small Business specializing in global information technology solutions. We deliver professional services in IT Design & Installation, Cybersecurity Engineering & Support, Application Integration & Development, Software & Hardware Engineering, Network & Systems Management, Information Systems Security, and Business Management Services.
Leveraging over 30 years of providing IT services to the federal & commercial market with projects found around the world, our team has innovative expertise in the development of a wide range of technological solutions. Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.
Our service commitment is simple - "Quality IT Solutions... On Time & On Budget."
Company Employment Statement
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC reserves the right to change or modify job duties and assignments at any time. The above job description is not all encompassing as positions, functions, and qualifications may vary depending on business needs. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Galapagos Federal Systems, LLC is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against applicants based on race, color, creed, religion, medical condition, legally protected genetic information, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, disability, or Vietnam era, or other eligible veteran status or legally protected characteristics.
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