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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Systems Engineer - **Company:** Mission Technologies - **Location:** Dayton, OH, United States - **Experience:** Starter - **Salary:** $72,254.0 - $160,600.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Algorithm Design, Systems Engineering, Big Data, Hardware Design, Systems Analysis, Internet Security, Python (Programming Language), MATLAB, Network Architecture, Rhapsody, Requirements Management, Reverse Engineering, Software Engineering, Software Requirements Analysis, Verification and Validation (Software), Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, Scripting, SC Clearance, Integration Tests - **Published:** September 2, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/systems-engineer-jr-mid-sr-28350-dayton-oh--75292410-6ca4-4c18-9dec-54bd035b7ee3 ## About the Role Junior Systems Engineer: * 2 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience. * Academic background or project experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles. * Familiarity with SysML and an interest in learning digital engineering tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx EA, Rhapsody). * Basic knowledge of the system engineering lifecycle. * An understanding of system design principles and trade studies. * Clearance:Secret Security Clearance to start * Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks Mid-Level Systems Engineer: * 5 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 3 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 0 years relevant experience with PhD or Juris Doctorate in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 9 years relevant experience. * Demonstrated experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and practices. * Proficiency with SysML and digital engineering tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx EA, Rhapsody). * Experience with the full system engineering lifecycle, from requirements development to system integration and test. * Performs system design and trade studies to assist algorithm development and system performance analysis. * Experience with analysis and modeling tools/programs (such as MATLAB, Python). * Hands-on experience with the test, integration, and verification of hardware and software in a lab environment. * Ability to contribute to technical documentation and reports. * Responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of Systems Engineering activities across cross-functional teams and customer engagements. * Clearance:Secret Security Clearance to start * Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security checks, * 9 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 7 years relevant experience with Masters in related field; 4 years relevant experience with PhD in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 13 years relevant experience. * Demonstrated experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and practices. * Proficiency with SysML and digital engineering tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx EA, Rhapsody). * Experience with the full system engineering lifecycle, from requirements development to system integration and test. * Performs system design and trade studies to assist algorithm development and system performance analysis. * Experience with analysis and modeling tools/programs (such as MATLAB, Python). * Hands-on experience with the test, integration, and verification of hardware and software in a lab environment. * Ability to contribute to technical documentation and reports. * Responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of Systems Engineering activities across cross-functional teams and customer engagements. * Clearance:Secret Security Clearance to start * Must be able to obtain and maintain a TS/SCI security clearance with enhanced security check Preferred Requirements Junior Systems Engineer: * Familiarity with analysis or scripting tools (such as MATLAB, Python) is a plus. * Willingness to engage in hands-on test, integration, and verification of hardware and software. * Strong desire to learn and contribute to technical documentation and system models. * Supports the planning and execution of Systems Engineering activities across cross-functional teams and customer engagements. Mid-Level Systems Engineer: * Performs system design and trade studies to assist algorithm development and system performance analysis. * Experience with analysis and modeling tools/programs (such as MATLAB, Python). * Hands-on experience with the test, integration, and verification of hardware and software in a lab environment. * Ability to contribute to technical documentation and reports. * Responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of Systems Engineering activities across cross-functional teams and customer engagements. Senior Systems Engineer: * Performs system design and trade studies to assist algorithm development and system performance analysis. * Experience with analysis and modeling tools/programs (such as MATLAB, Python). * Hands-on experience with the test, integration, and verification of hardware and software in a lab environment. * Ability to contribute to technical documentation and reports. * Responsible for supporting the planning and implementation of Systems Engineering activities across cross-functional teams and customer engagements This position is available at multiple levels. Candidates will be evaluated at the appropriate level based on education and relevant experience Physical Requirements Office or industrial, environment. Capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances. Lifting and moving materials may be required., Academic Background, Algorithms, Analysis Skills, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Big Data, Business Administration, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Cross-Functional, Customer/Client Research, Cyberspace, Documentation Models, Engineering, Federal Government, Follow Through, Functional Analysis, Government, Hardware Administration, Hardware Development, Hardware Specification, Integration Testing, Internet Security, Leadership, MATLAB, Mentoring, Network Architecture/Engineering, Performance Analysis, Python Programming/Scripting Language, Requirements Management, Reverse Engineering, Risk, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Secret Clearance, Security Clearance, Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), Software Development, Software Specification, Sustainability, System Architecture, System Integration (SI), System Lifecycle, Systems Analysis, Systems Engineering, Systems Maintenance, Technical Strategy, Technical Writing, Top Secret Clearance, Trade Studies, United States Military, Validation Testing, Vehicle Fleets, Vision Plan, Willing to Travel ## Description Assists with technical planning, system integration, and verification activities within a digital engineering framework. Supports senior engineers in performing analyses using system models. Learns to convert product requirements into systems solutions using SysML and other modeling tools. Participates in functional analysis, timeline analysis, and trade studies to support the development of hardware and software specifications. Collaborates with the engineering team to develop system models and support project goals., Performs technical planning, system integration, verification and validation, and evaluates alternatives including cost and risk. Ensures the logical and systematic conversion of product requirements into total systems solutions that acknowledge technical, schedule, and cost constraints. Develops and maintains system architecture and behavioral models using SysML and other digital engineering tools. Examines and evaluates emerging MBSE tools and techniques to accommodate emerging requirements and mission capabilities. 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