> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/4484195-systems-engineer](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/4484195-systems-engineer). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Eliassen Group
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $187,200.0 - $197,600.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Agile Methodology, Systems Engineering, Unix, Databases, Datasheets, Software Design Patterns, Linux, Key Management, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Network Planning and Design, Oracle Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Systems, Data Streaming, Systems Architecture, SC Clearance
- **Published:** October 31, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/16_3c8d652f

## About the Role

Due to federal security clearance requirements, applicant must be a United States Citizen with an active Secret clearance. Due to client requirements, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance., * Experience analyzing risks and uncertainties and navigating projects through established processes.

 * Model-based systems engineering experience.
 * Experience with database management software such as MySQL, Oracle RDBMS, and Microsoft SQL Server.
 * Familiarity with operating systems such as Linux and UNIX.
 * Understanding of complex system development methods.
 * Experience with technical documentation development.
 * Knowledge of software design patterns.
 * Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
 * DoD 8570 approved security certification (e.g., Security+) required within 90 days of hire.

## Description

Our client seeks a systems engineer to support the Navy's Key Management project portfolio across software systems design, analysis, integration, verification, and validation. The role will lead and collaborate on system architecture and design, development and integration, requirements and data flow analysis, network design and implementation, test and documentation, and customer interactions. The position offers a 9/80 work schedule option and requires working at customer facilities up to five days per week with some telework possible., * Lead system engineering, hardware, and software analysis to support the Navy's Key Management project portfolio.

 * Define and apply systems engineering processes to develop systems that meet customer requirements.
 * Manage requirements including decomposition, allocation, verification, and validation for use by development and test teams.
 * Define and develop system architecture, CONOPS, and use cases using systems engineering methodologies.
 * Participate in and lead discussions at customer meetings, working groups, and technical interchange meetings.
 * Research, design, write, and review technical documentation including manuals, design specifications, interface requirements, user guides, reference manuals, installation guides, data sheets, and briefing materials.
 * Support development, integration, testing, verification, validation, and documentation activities.
 * Adhere to a 9/80 work schedule option when applicable and work at customer facilities up to five days per week with some telework possible.