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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Model Based Systems Engineer - **Company:** CareerCircle - **Location:** Sterling Heights, MI, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $130,000.0 - $150,010.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, Cloud Computing, Cyber Security, Digital Technology, Network Interface Controllers, Requirements Management, Requirements Traceability, Software Requirements Analysis, Systems Modeling Language, Systems Architecture, Systems Integration, MagicDraw, Integration Tests, Information Technology - **Published:** September 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careercircle.com/jobs/all/all/usa/mi/sterling-heights/59cd7c4b-b2d1-4aa4-a7c4-1c225bf12549 ## About the Role Auditing Teamwork Visionary Leadership Innovation Traceability Communication Risk Analysis System Safety Cyber Security Systems Design Subcontracting Risk Reduction Control Systems Digital Systems Computer Science, * Bachelor's Degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline. * 10+ years of Systems Engineering experience within Defense or Aerospace programs. * 3+ years of hands-on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience. * Expert understanding of requirements management and traceability, including experience with DOORS. * Proficiency in SysML and experience developing SysML-based system models. * Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw experience on a defense program, including creating system models from scratch and presenting them during program reviews. * Demonstrated experience in systems modeling, requirements traceability, and modeling requirements compliance. * Teamwork Cloud experience, preferably in a Government Teamwork Cloud environment. * Strong verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to present complex technical material to diverse stakeholders. * Ability to work effectively in a rapidly evolving, fast-paced environment and adapt to changing program needs. * Experience supporting defense acquisition programs and working with Government stakeholders. * Ability to obtain and maintain customer approval for access to sensitive program information, with an active Secret Clearance preferred. * U.S. Citizenship., * Master's Degree in Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline is preferred. * Experience with Active Protection Systems (APS), particularly Hard Kill APS for ground combat platforms. * Fire Control Systems experience, including integration with sensors and effectors. * Ground Combat Vehicle experience (such as Abrams, Bradley, or Stryker platforms). * MOSA experience and familiarity with modular open systems design principles. * Knowledge of Modular Active Protection Framework (MAF 2.2). * Sensor-to-shooter integration experience, including end-to-end engagement chain modeling. * Familiarity with Vehicle Protection Systems Base Kit (VBK). * Experience working in a Government Teamwork Cloud environment. * Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction (TMRR) experience on defense programs. * Experience collaborating with subcontractors and international engineering teams on complex defense systems. * Interest in contributing to long-term program growth and future task orders through 2028., Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors., Teamwork Visionary Leadership Innovation Traceability Communication Risk Analysis System Safety Cyber Security Systems Design Subcontracting Risk Reduction Control Systems Digital Systems Computer Science ## Description Systems Modeling Systems Engineering Systems Integration System Requirements Integration Testing Systems Architecture Fire-Control Systems Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Artificial Intelligence Requirements Management Systems Modeling Language Open Systems Architecture Requirements Traceability Engineering Design Process Model Based Systems Engineering, The Model Based Systems Engineer develops, maintains, and presents complex system models in a Government Teamwork Cloud environment, supporting critical system architecture, requirements management, integration, and verification activities. In this role, you collaborate closely with customer stakeholders and internal engineering teams to build and sustain digital system models for a Hard Kill Active Protection System designed to protect U.S. Army Ground Combat Vehicles from anti-armor threats. You contribute to cutting-edge digital engineering and MBSE initiatives while helping to establish and mature program modeling processes on a high-visibility defense program with long-term growth potential. Responsibilities * Develop and maintain SysML-based system models within a Government Teamwork Cloud environment. * Decompose system requirements into functional, logical, and physical architectures that support system performance and mission objectives. * Establish and maintain end-to-end requirements traceability using DOORS and associated MBSE tools. * Support system architecture development and ensure compliance with Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA) principles. * Create and maintain Interface Control Documents (ICDs) to define and manage system and subsystem interfaces. * Develop System Integration Plans and Verification Plans that guide integration, test, and validation activities. * Support integration testing and hardware-in-the-loop activities for Active Protection System and fire control capabilities. * Model requirements compliance and maintain accurate requirements traceability throughout the program lifecycle. * Present system model updates and technical findings to customer stakeholders and program leadership during milestone and program reviews. * Support system safety, compliance, and audit activities by providing accurate modeling artifacts and documentation. * Collaborate closely with software, cybersecurity, test, and systems engineering teams to ensure cohesive system design and implementation. * Contribute to the establishment and maturation of program modeling processes and digital engineering best practices. * Engage directly with Government customers and stakeholders to clarify requirements, communicate design decisions, and address technical issues. * Support defense acquisition program activities by providing MBSE products, analyses, and technical input. * Participate in Technology Maturation & Risk Reduction (TMRR) efforts, focusing on model-based approaches to risk identification and mitigation., Systems Modeling Systems Engineering Systems Integration System Requirements Integration Testing Systems Architecture Fire-Control Systems Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Artificial Intelligence Requirements Management Systems Modeling Language Open Systems Architecture Requirements Traceability Engineering Design Process Model Based Systems Engineering +0 Login | JoinContact ## Related Videos - [Model Based Systems Engineering in an Agile Product Development Process](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/68-model-based-systems-engineering-in-an-agile-product-development-process) - [Green Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/592-green-cloud-computing) - [Thinking Differently - How to Make Money from Cyber Attacks & Cheats](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/745-thinking-differently-how-to-make-money-from-cyber-attacks-cheats) - [Cyber Security: Small, and Large!](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/259-cyber-security-small-and-large) - [WebAssembly: The Next Frontier of Cloud Computing](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/972-webassembly-the-next-frontier-of-cloud-computing) - [Real-world Threat Modeling](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/936-real-world-threat-modeling) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Is Software Engineering Over-Saturated?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/418-is-software-engineering-over-saturated) - [Software Engineer Career: Things You Should Know](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/143-software-engineer-career-things-you-should-know) - [The 12 Best Jobs for Software Engineers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/401-the-12-best-jobs-for-software-engineers)