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Quick Position Facts!
Location: San Diego, CA at our G2 Ops office.
Work Setting: In person, some remote opportunity, and/or flexible working hours, not a fully remote position.
Salary Range: $70,000 - $95,000 plus comprehensive benefits package.
Years of Industry Experience: 0-2+ years of relevant experience.
Security Clearance Requirement: Must be able to obtain and maintain Active DoD Secret Clearance.
Where you make an impact: For this opportunity, we are seeking a highly motivated, team-oriented Associate Model-Based Systems Engineer. This exciting position will apply model-based systems engineering methodology to requirements definition and implementation, executable architecture development, system modeling, and engineering analysis for Navy and DoD mission systems. This role is well suited for an early-career systems engineer who wants to build strong MBSE fundamentals while contributing to real customer outcomes in a mission-focused defense environment.
What does this mean to you? We are seeking expertise in MBSE such as:

• Foundational knowledge of model-based systems engineering principles, systems architecture, and requirements management
• Ability to support requirements definition, decomposition, traceability, and implementation in an engineering environment
• Ability to develop and maintain system models, executable architectures, and physical and logical diagrams
• Exposure to UML, SysML, MagicDraw, Cameo, or similar modeling tools preferred but not required
• Ability to analyze system designs, model behavior, and support engineering trade-space discussions
• Bachelor's degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

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 is $70,000-$95,000, depending on qualifications and experience.
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 8 years (2018-2025) 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.
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