Model-Based Systems Engineer (TS/SCI)

Zachary Piper
San Diego, CA, United States
5 days ago
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Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Experience required
5 years minimum
Compensation
$165,000.0 - $195,000.0
Working hours
Regular working hours

Tech stack

Systems Engineering Requirements Management SAP (Applications) Software Requirements Analysis Systems Modeling Language Systems Architecture Systems Integration Jama (Software) DODAF

Job description

  • Apply systems engineering principles and best practices across the full lifecycle of a technical program, from concept to disposal.
  • Develop, manage, and maintain system architecture models using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and methodologies (e.g., SysML, UPDM, DoDAF).
  • Lead the definition, decomposition, and management of system requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment with program objectives and stakeholder needs.
  • Conduct trade studies, analyses of alternatives, and risk assessments to inform key technical decisions and mitigate program risks.
  • Define and manage system interfaces, ensuring interoperability and integration between system components.
  • Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including software, hardware, and test engineers, to ensure a cohesive and integrated system design.
  • Support system integration, verification, and validation activities to ensure the system meets all requirements and is fit for purpose.
  • Prepare and present technical documentation, system models, and briefings to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Work with program management to ensure technical solutions are developed on schedule and within budget.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and contribute to the continuous enhancement of the systems engineering discipline within the program.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
  • 5+ years of experience in systems engineering and architecture for major system acquisitions.
  • Strong experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
  • Hands-on experience with Cameo Systems Architect and/or Sparx Enterprise Architect .
  • Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or JAMA.
  • Experience supporting requirements development, verification, compliance, and architectural trade studies.
  • Ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams and complex organizational environments.

Clearance Requirement:

  • Must possess an in-scope T5 background investigation adjudicated for SCI eligibility and enrolled in Continuous Evaluation (if applicable).
  • Must be willing to be nominated for access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) and Special Access Programs (SAP).
  • Must be willing to consent to a polygraph examination.

Benefits & conditions

  • Pay Band: $165,000 - $195,000 (based on years of relevant experience), * Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401k, paid time off, with 11 federal holidays, and sick leave.

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