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# Senior Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

- **Company:** KBR Inc
- **Location:** Carlsbad, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $215,580.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Scaled Agile Framework, SciPy, Systems Modeling Language, Model-Driven Development, Scikit Learn, Information Technology, DODAF
- **Published:** August 8, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3347460776&tx=ZT212TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* Clearance & Citizenship: Must be a US Citizen with a current TS/SCI. An active and transferable U.S. government-issued DODTS/SCI with the ability to obtain Special Access security clearance is required prior to the start date.
 * Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related technical discipline.
 * Experience: Minimum 5 years of experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering.
 * Technical Expertise: Experience with the NoMagic /Cameo suite ( Cameo Systems Modeler, Teamwork Cloud, and Cameo Collaborator ). P roficiency in SysML , system modeling methodologies, and object - oriented analysis/design., * Familiarity with analytical/simulation tools (e.g., MATLAB, STK, Modelica , SciPy/ SciKit - Learn) to inform model - driven trade space exploration.
 * Experience developing executable system models (e.g., OMG - CSMP certification or equivalent knowledge).
 * P rogramming experience in Python, Java, or JavaScript for model automation and analysis.
 * E xperience working in Agile engineering environments supporting Department of War or Intelligence Community (IC) programs.
 * Experience with UAF or DoDAF architecture frameworks.

Work Location: Ability to work full - time in a classified Carlsbad, CA facility.

Additional Clearance Note : Active and transferable U.S. government-issued DODTS/SCI with the ability to obtain Special Access security clearance is required prior to start date. U.S. citizenship is required .

## Description

Our Carlsbad, CA team is seeking a Mid-Level Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support a classified all-domain mission system development program for the Department of War . In this role, you will develop system and mission-level models that inform capability design, integration, and verification across a complex engineering environment. You will collaborate with multi-disciplinary engineering teams to perform trade studies, mature architectures , and maintain model traceability from requirements to verification activities. Work is conducted onsite in a classified facility , where modeling rigor, analytical depth, and configuration discipline are essential .

Roles & Responsibilities:

 * Develop descriptive system, mission, and architecture models using SysML and MBSE best practices.
 * Integrate MBSE tools to perform trade studies, analysis of alternatives ( AoA ), and system performance assessments.
 * Establish and maintain full traceability between requirements, design elements, risks, schedules, and verification artifacts.
 * Track measures of effectiveness (MOEs) and technical performance measures (TPMs) to inform engineering decisions.
 * Collaborate with cross - functional engineering teams to mature system architectures and support design reviews.
 * Maintain model baselines, configuration integrity, and quality using collaborative model repositories and version control tools.
 * Support the development of executable models, simulations, and analytical workflows that inform system behavior.
 * Prepare and present model products, findings, and technical insights to review boards and stakeholders.


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