Systems Engineer

About the role

This role is part of a team supporting advanced defense and space-related programs focused on early-phase systems engineering, concept development, requirements definition, and system architecture. It is particularly focused on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering activities across the Systems Engineering Development Lifecycle (SEDLC)
• Support concept development, requirements decomposition, and system design activities
• Develop and maintain system models using MBSE methodologies and tools such as Cameo
• Develop and manage system interfaces, ICDs, and IDDs
• Work directly with customers to elicit, analyze, and refine system requirements
• Support engineering technical reviews and development of technical documentation
• Collaborate within Agile Scrum teams and integrated engineering environments
• Provide technical leadership and support for high-visibility engineering activities
• Communicate technical concepts clearly to engineering teams, leadership, and customers
• Support long-term program objectives with minimal supervision

Requirements

• Active Secret clearance required
• Bachelor's degree with 9+ years of experience, or Master's degree with 7+ years of experience
• Strong background in systems engineering across the full development lifecycle
• Experience with MBSE methodologies and tools such as Cameo
• Experience developing system concepts, requirements, and system models
• Experience with system interfaces and interface documentation (ICDs/IDDs)
• Experience working directly with customers and technical stakeholders
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience working in Agile development environments
• Ability to work effectively in secure, classified environments

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Missile Defense System programs
• Experience with Space Defense or Space Domain Awareness systems
• Experience supporting complex Command and Control (C2) systems with networking components
• Experience serving in project leadership roles or as a primary technical point of contact
• Background supporting high-visibility programs with significant schedule and mission impact
• Experience working on programs where engineering performance directly impacts major organizational objectives