Systems Engineer Intern

Job Description:

Systems Engineer Intern

Join Our Team! An empowering environment of problem solving.

G2 Ops is growing. We’re looking for people with personal drive and passion who want to make a difference by solving complex problems. If you’re up for a challenge and want to do work that makes an impact while having fun, then we hope you’ll apply to join our team.

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Title: Systems Engineer Intern
Location: San Diego, CA
Setting: In-person
Role: Part-Time, ~20 hours a week
Rate: $20+/hour
Start Date: May 2025
Experience Level: Senior pursuing a bachelor's degree who will graduate in December 2025 or May 2026

What makes someone choose one company over another? Pay, Training, Work Satisfaction, Culture? What if you can have it all! At G2 Ops we have extremely competitive pay and that is not even the best part. Our culture is what sets us apart from other companies. Here, you will not be another payroll number or a cog in the machine. We provide great value to our customers by working as a team and ensuring every member is set up for success. Our team approach allows for each member to not only provide value with their expertise but also gives them the opportunity to cross train in other areas they have interest in.

Are you passionate about making a meaningful impact? We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated systems engineering candidate who is passionate about supporting the U.S. Navy, the Department of Defense, and the vital cause of national security. We need your innovative ideas and diverse background to help us envision, shape, and strengthen our customer’s capabilities. We are excited about what we do, and we need you on our team as we take on exciting new challenges.

To be successful in this role, you must be self-motivated, a team player and adaptable in a dynamic environment with the ability to complete assignments as required. Clear communication with team members will be key to ensuring requirements are clearly defined and expectations are being met.

What does this mean to you? The Systems Engineer Intern will assist in the development the scope and execution of Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), information assurance, cybersecurity analysis and current contracted projects. In time, the Systems Engineering Intern will support the design, development, updates and analysis of UML, SysML, and Unified Profile for MoDAF and DoDAF (UPDM) models of Navy C41 systems, focusing on component interface modeling and systems integration. Activities include requirements gathering and analysis, system architecture development, system design using a MBSE approach and leveraging enterprise architecture modeling tools.

Essential Functions

• Provides support for executive leadership with customer deliverables, to include, but not limited to white papers, technical writing, status reports, initial software development
• Completes arranged training program in software development
• Assists in development of presentations and final reports
• Performs initial system analysis, including scope definition, problem analysis, requirements gathering and development
• Collects, organizes, and analyzes data; summarize findings; develop conclusions
• Assists in the design and development and maintenance of computer programs that automate specific business processes
• Assists in the development and maintenance of technical documents based as required by program managers
• Develops an understanding of acquisition contracting process
• Develops an understanding of Navy C4I afloat and shore-based system architectures
• Provides occasional back office support and other tasks as needed
• All other duties assigned

Required Education/Years of Experience

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree from accredited college or university in engineering or related field
• Prefer to have a background in Computer Science, Information Systems, Systems Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related STEM field either through current enrollment in a degree program or prior work experience

Desired Qualifications

• Knowledge of systems engineering practices and techniques
• Academic SysML knowledge
• Academic script development knowledge
• Academic understanding of a well-written requirement
• Academic understanding of interface modeling
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 applications and Project
• Strong written and verbal communications skills
• Ability to complete projects with specific direction or within a group of peers
• Must be able to take initiative, learn quickly and adapt to shifting priorities
• Self-starting/motivating

Certifications

Must possess or achieve one of the following certifications within the first year of this position:

• Systems Engineering
• Agile/Scrum
• MBSE
• SysML
• UPDM
• RHEL
• JRuby
• OMG

So, you want to work from home? Let's be honest, remote work is not always all it's cut out to be. At G2 Ops, we offer a flexible schedule to meet the needs of intern! We are not able to offer fully remote opportunities at this time since we are frequently working with sensitive material, and therefore, we need to ensure where you access your work is secure. You will have a shiny desk at the G2 Ops office, plus, we do allow teleworking with prior approval. Here's the thing, we have worked very hard to create an awesome culture where our employees get to come to a collaborative, exciting office environment and we want you to join the fun!

Lastly, as we are working for the DoD, we are beholden to some requirements. The ideal candidate would already possess an active DoD Secret Clearance, or is able to obtain.

Congratulations, you made it all the way to the end of this job posting! We look forward to learning more about you!

Benefits

• 100% company-paid insurance for medical, dental, and vision for eligible employees and family members
• 100% company-paid insurance for life, short-term (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
• Work/life balance
• Family-oriented culture
• Competitive salaries

About G2 Ops, Inc.

G2 Ops, Inc. is a small business with big capabilities in cyber security architectural analysis, model-based systems engineering (MBSE), and strategic consulting in support of both government and commercial clients across the globe. As a trusted and reliable government contractor, we deliver cyber security & systems engineering support for integrated DoD weapons, communications, intelligence, and other mission-critical systems. In the commercial space, we provide business solutions analysis, strategic planning, and training and development services to a variety of public and private sector businesses and organizations. Through innovative solutions, exceptional employees, top-tier analytical capabilities, and a customer-centered focus, G2 Ops has established a reputation for service excellence and innovation.

G2 Ops, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer