Ground C2 Systems Engineer

Position Title

Ground C2 Systems Engineer

Position Classification

Exempt

Position Type

CONTINGENT - This position may be full-time or part-time and is scheduled to work standard business hours from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Overtime is not expected for this role.

Work Location

Camp Pendleton, CA

Position Description

The Ground Command and Control (C2) Systems Engineer provides technical leadership and engineering expertise in the design, integration, testing, and sustainment of ground-based C2 systems within complex operational and test environments. This role supports engineering, training, and test activities for systems such as JTCW, TCS, GCCS, TSOA, CHE, CDN, JBC-P, and MCH, ensuring interoperability and mission effectiveness across integrated architectures. The engineer collaborates with cross-functional teams and customers to analyze requirements, develop solutions to complex technical challenges, and deliver reliable, scalable system capabilities. The ideal candidate possesses strong systems engineering fundamentals, experience in C2 environments, and the ability to lead technical efforts while ensuring adherence to configuration management, quality control, and project management best practices.

Essential Position Functions

·  Lead and provide technical guidance to teams supporting test, engineering, and training efforts for Ground C2 systems.

·  Define, organize, and assign engineering and testing activities to ensure successful execution of project objectives.

·  Develop, integrate, and implement solutions to complex technical challenges across multiple systems and disciplines.

·  Provide technical mentorship to team members, fostering skill development and knowledge transfer.

·  Analyze customer requirements and test objectives to develop and execute effective engineering and test plans.

·  Develop, review, and contribute to technical documentation, including test plans, procedures, reports, and engineering artifacts.

·  Prepare and deliver technical briefings to customers, leadership, and stakeholders.

·  Document system performance, technical status, and issues encountered during test and engineering events.

·  Collaborate proactively with customers to identify problems and implement effective technical solutions.

·  Plan, allocate, and optimize resources to support multiple concurrent engineering and test activities.

·  Manage and maintain lab environments, including system configurations, hardware, and supporting infrastructure.

·  Support configuration management and quality control processes to ensure system integrity and compliance.

·  Execute multiple project objectives within established timelines, ensuring high-quality deliverables and mission success.

·  Other duties as assigned

Competencies for the role

The Ground C2 Systems Engineer demonstrates strong systems engineering expertise and technical leadership in the integration and sustainment of complex C2 systems. The role requires analytical problem-solving skills to address multi-domain technical challenges, along with the ability to translate requirements into effective engineering and test solutions. The ideal candidate communicates clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, collaborates across cross-functional teams, and provides mentorship to develop team capability.

Physical Requirements for the role

This position is primarily sedentary and requires the ability to work at a computer for extended periods, including viewing monitors, using keyboards, and operating standard office equipment. The role may require occasional standing, walking, and minimal lifting (up to 10 pounds).

Reports To

Assigned Program Manager

Supervisory responsibilities

None

Work Environment

The work environment for this position is primarily a professional office or remote setting with standard business conditions. The role involves regular use of computers and related technology in a low-noise environment and frequent collaboration with technical and non-technical team members. Work is generally performed during normal business hours with minimal physical risk, and the environment supports adherence to established cybersecurity, safety, and organizational policies.

Security Clearance Requirements

Secret

Travel Requirements

Travel is anticipated to be 10% - 15% within the Continental United States and 5%-10% outside the Continental United States

Compensation

Commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Lumbee Holdings is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate in employment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Note: This summary is not intended to be a complete description of all benefits. Employees will receive detailed information about benefit plan terms, conditions, and eligibility during onboarding. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this job.

Salary : $110,000 - $150,000