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# Model Based Systems Engineer

- **Company:** Actalent
- **Location:** Mesa, CA, United States
- **Salary:** $166,400.0 - $208,000.0
- **Contract:** Temporary to permanent
- **Skills:** Systems Engineering, Software Tools, Software Engineering, Systems Modeling Language, MagicDraw, DODAF
- **Published:** September 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.thejobnetwork.com/job/18b7afc6-2076-44ca-8c64-1a2a52f825e7/model-based-systems-engineer

## About the Role

* Proficient with SysML, DoDAF, or similar modeling tools.
 * Proficient with Cameo, MagicDraw, or similar software.
 * Familiarity with one or more Government Reference Architectures (GRAs).
 * Must be eligible to obtain Secret Security Clearance.

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Additional Skills & Qualifications

 * Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
 * Experience in the defense industry.

## Description

The Model Based Systems Engineer will develop system models using SysML or other modeling tools like Cameo or MagicDraw. This role involves interfacing with stakeholders, including internal programs and external customers. The engineer will collaborate with the Software Engineering team to verify the technical feasibility of architectural designs., * Develop system models using SysML or other modeling tools such as Cameo or MagicDraw.

 * Interface with stakeholders, including internal programs and external customers.
 * Collaborate with the Software Engineering team to verify the technical feasibility of architectural designs.


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