Quick Position Facts!

Location: San Diego, CA.

Work Setting: Two openings are available. One position requires regular onsite support at the customer site; the second offers a more flexible/hybrid work arrangement based on program requirements.

Salary Range:

Mid-Level: $90,000 - $140,000
Senior-Level: $140,000 - $200,000
Final compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, level, and program requirements.

Years of Industry Experience:

Mid-Level: 3–6 years of relevant experience
Senior-Level: 7+ years of relevant experience

Security Clearance Requirement:

Must be able to obtain and maintain Active DoD Secret Clearance.

About the Role

G2 Ops supports mission-critical defense and technology initiatives by solving complex operational and engineering challenges. We are seeking motivated, collaborative Model-Based Systems Engineers (MBSE) to support Digital Engineering initiatives for DoD customers in San Diego. We are hiring for two MBSE openings at different experience levels and with different work arrangements. One role requires regular customer-site support, while the other offers greater flexibility based on program requirements. Depending on your experience and program fit, you may be considered for a mid-level or senior-level opportunity.

What You’ll Do

• Develop and maintain system models and architectures using Cameo/MagicDraw, SysML, and related MBSE methodologies.
• Collaborate with Government stakeholders, Program Executive Offices, and multidisciplinary engineering teams to resolve technical issues and advance MBSE adoption.
• Improve model consistency, traceability, interoperability, information reuse, and collaboration across engineering teams.
• Support model governance, configuration management, cybersecurity, systems engineering, and acquisition-related documentation and analysis.
• Develop and maintain MBSE standards, implementation guidance, modeling conventions, technical documentation, and configuration-managed engineering products.
• Support Navy programs transitioning from traditional systems engineering to Digital Engineering and model-based approaches.
• Translate technical requirements, existing engineering documentation, and stakeholder needs into structured models, data requirements, workflows, and technical products.

What You’ll Bring

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Demonstrated professional experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.
• Experience developing or maintaining system models using Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw or comparable SysML-based tools.
• Working knowledge of systems engineering principles, lifecycle processes, and model-based engineering methodologies.
• Ability to translate engineering requirements and stakeholder needs into structured models, architectures, workflows, and technical documentation.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and Government teams.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Secret clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting NAVWAR, PEOs, Naval acquisition, or other DoD programs.
• Experience with SysML, UML, executable architectures, or model governance.
• Experience developing MBSE standards, guides, training, or model catalogs.
• Familiarity with cybersecurity, configuration management, Digital Thread, or PLM concepts.
• Experience working in cross-functional or customer-facing environments.

Additional Considerations

This is a full-time position supporting mission-focused customer environments. Outside employment or activities must not create conflicts of interest with company or customer responsibilities.

Why G2 Ops?

What makes someone choose one company over another? Compensation, benefits, meaningful work, flexibility, growth opportunities, culture? At G2 Ops, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose. We offer competitive pay and benefits, but what truly sets us apart is our collaborative culture. Team members support mission-focused projects alongside highly skilled technical professionals across engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and program teams. We encourage continuous learning, cross-training, and professional growth while empowering team members to contribute ideas that improve how we work and deliver value to our customers. At G2 Ops, your contributions matter to our customers’ missions and to the continued success of our team.

Compensation & Benefits

The annual salary range for this position are: Mid-Level: $90,000 - $140,000
Senior-Level: $140,000 - $200,000
Final compensation will depend on qualifications, experience, level, and program requirements.

G2 Ops offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support our employees both personally and professionally, including:

• 100% company-paid insurance for medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees and family members
• 100% company-paid insurance for life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) for eligible employees
• 401(k) plan with discretionary employer matching
• 10 paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Educational assistance

In addition, we provide professional development opportunities, performance recognition programs, and resources that support long-term career growth and work-life balance.

AI at G2 Ops

At G2 Ops, we don’t just talk about AI — we actively use it to improve how we work. Our teams are integrating AI into engineering, cybersecurity, operations, and decision-making workflows. We continue to invest in secure AI tooling aligned with government security requirements while developing practical, mission-focused applications across the company. Whether your role is technical or operational, you’ll have opportunities to explore how AI can enhance efficiency, innovation, and mission impact.

Work Environment

Because we support classified and mission-critical DoD programs, many roles require onsite collaboration at G2 Ops offices and/or customer locations. Depending on program requirements, telework and flexible scheduling options may be available. We’ve built a collaborative environment where team members can learn, contribute, and grow while supporting meaningful customer missions.

Ready to Apply?

If you’re excited about solving meaningful problems, working alongside talented teammates, and contributing to important mission-focused work, we’d love to hear from you. We look forward to learning more about you!

About G2 Ops, Inc. (G2 Ops)

G2 Ops leverages over a decade of experience integrating Systems, Cybersecurity, and Software Engineering techniques to provide solutions to a growing list of Government and private customers. We combine cutting edge tools with innovative engineering practices, data analytics, and risk algorithms that enhance visibility into complex infrastructures, optimizing resiliency in system design and operations. G2 Ops is a woman-owned small business led by an executive staff known for providing innovative solutions to solve our nation’s most complex engineering challenges. G2 Ops has been named to the Inc. 5000 list of America’s fastest growing companies each of the last 9 years (2018-2026) and has locations in Arlington, VA, Virginia Beach, VA, and San Diego, CA.

G2 Ops, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. G2 Ops, Inc. participates in the E-Verify program. Employment is contingent upon verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters E-Verify Participation and Right to Work Notices: https://www.e-verify.gov/employers/posters-and-resources