MBSE Systems Engineer - Active DoD Top Secret Clearance RequiredLocation: Onsite - Dayton, OH, US
Employment Type: Permanent
Salary: $84,874 - $155,000 per year
Vendor Fee: $2500
Industry: Defense / Aerospace
Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced
MBSE (Model-Based Systems Engineering) Systems Engineer with an active DoD Top Secret clearance to support defense and military systems development. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in SysML modeling, requirements decomposition, and system architecture in SIL environments. This role requires strong analytical skills, excellent communication, and the ability to operate effectively in dynamic, fast-paced defense program environments.
Key Responsibilities - Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methods to develop and document system architectures
- Perform SysML modeling, preferably using Cameo or MagicDraw
- Capture, decompose, and trace system requirements throughout the lifecycle
- Define system interfaces and architecture specifications
- Work within a Software-in-the-Loop (SIL) environment to validate system models
- Support cross-functional teams and communicate system designs clearly to stakeholders
- Multi-task in complex and dynamic program environments
Required Qualifications - Active DoD Top Secret clearance (mandatory)
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Test Engineering, or related field; Master's preferred
- 8-12 years of relevant experience with a Bachelor's degree OR 6-10 years with a Master's degree
- Experience in SIL environments
- Proficiency in SysML, preferably using Cameo or MagicDraw
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with requirements capture, decomposition, and tracing
- Background in defense/aerospace industry systems development
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Qualifications - Active DoD TS/SCI clearance
- Agile methodologies experience (SCRUM or Kanban)
- Familiarity with Atlassian tools (JIRA, Confluence, Bitbucket)
- OCSMP (OMG Certification for Systems Modeling Professionals)
- Executable SysML simulation capabilities and scripting languages
- Experience with MBSE methodologies such as Magicgrid
- Understanding of military CONOPS (Concept of Operations)
Compensation & Benefits - Competitive base salary: $84,874 - $155,000
- Annual performance reviews and bonus/incentive programs
- Nationwide relocation available
- Onsite position in Dayton, OH