> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1892956-systems-design-engineer-analyst](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1892956-systems-design-engineer-analyst). 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 Design Engineer / Analyst - **Company:** The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory LLC - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $100,000.0 - $245,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Tools, Rhapsody, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Test Data, MagicDraw, SC Clearance, DODAF - **Published:** August 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/e217a80a-7c75-45e0-9de5-e595c812dc8e ## About the Role Do you thrive when a single analysis can shift the balance of national security? Are you a ?systems thinker? with deep, hands?on experience designing and analyzing tangible, high?impact defense assets? If you?re eager to work side?by?side with elite technical specialists in a collaborative, sponsor?focused environment, APL wants you on our team., * Significant Multi?disciplinary design depth ? A proven record of leading design efforts that span at least three distinct ?hard?science? engineering domains (e.g., mechanical, electrical/electronic, aerospace, nuclear, materials, chemical, petroleum, civil, etc.). * Demonstrated Analytical rigor ? Extensive experience developing or enhancing physics?based, logistics?based, or statistical models and simulations for complex systems. * Solid Systems?engineering literacy ? Familiarity with formal SE processes, standards, and lifecycle methods. * Minimal MBSE competency ? Comfortable using Cameo (or equivalent MBSE tool) to create SysML/DoDAF models, conduct trade studies, and manage requirements. You need hands?on experience to start, and a willingness to deepen your competence; mastery will be built on the job. * Communication prowess ? Exceptional written and oral skills, with a proven ability to convey sophisticated technical concepts to both technical and non?technical audiences. * Leadership in collaborative settings ? Demonstrated ability to guide multi?disciplinary teams, mentor junior engineers, and influence senior stakeholders., * Bachelor?s degree in a hard?science engineering discipline (materials, mechanical, electrical/electronic, aerospace, chemical, petroleum, civil, etc.) or a comparable technical field. * 10?+?years of progressive engineering design/analysis experience, 5+?years in a senior or lead capacity, with a clear focus on tangible systems realization. * Proven experience using Cameo/MagicDraw (or similar MBSE tools) in a hands?on capacity. * Demonstrated ability to develop or extend physics?based, logistic, or statistical models for complex or system?level analysis. * Active Secret clearance at start date and the ability to obtain TS/SCI clearance within six months. * U.S. citizenship and eligibility for a government security clearance investigation. You\'ll go beyond our minimum requirements if you... * Advanced degree (M.S. or Ph.D.) in systems engineering or a related hard?science discipline. * Direct experience with missile, ICBM, or other strategic weapons programs. * Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes, Pre?Milestone?A activities, or program?level concept development. * Significant expertise in additional MBSE tools (Rhapsody, DOORS, etc.) ## Description * Shape weapon?system architectures ? Using digital?engineering tools (Cameo/MagicDraw, physics?based models, logistics and simulation) you will evaluate current and future weapon concepts, assess performance, and construct resilient, modular designs that meet stringent deterrence requirements. * Lead technical studies ? You will drive, coordinate, and present rigorous engineering analyses (structural, thermal, electromagnetic, reliability, logistics, etc.) that feed directly into sponsor reviews and program baselines. * Advise as a Trusted Technical?Direction Agent ? Your recommendations will influence design direction, risk mitigation, and test?evaluation plans. While you will not own the final decision, you will set the technical bar; any deviation will require a ?show?cause? justification. * Integrate the digital thread ? Apply hands?on MBSE expertise to embed analysis results in a unified SysML/DoDAF model, ensuring traceability from high?level requirements through test data. * Communicate with impact ? Deliver concise briefings and technically robust reports to senior sponsors and contractors, translating complex analyses into clear, decision?ready recommendations. * Navigate complex stakeholder networks ? 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