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Model Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

Location: Manassas, VA (Onsite with flexibility at other locations)

Clearance: Active Secret preferred; must be eligible to obtain a clearance

Build the Future of Naval Sensor Technology

We're seeking Model Based Systems Engineers (MBSEs) to support the development of a next-generation sensor system for a U.S. Navy submarine platform. This is an opportunity to help define a new system from the ground up, developing system architecture, requirements, and specifications that will drive software, hardware, integration, and testing efforts.

What You'll Do

• Develop and maintain MBSE artifacts using Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML
• Create and manage system and subsystem requirements, specifications, and traceability
• Build models that connect behavior, structure, interfaces, and requirements
• Develop Use Cases, Activity Diagrams, Requirements Diagrams, BDDs, and IBDs
• Support the full Systems Engineering V-Model
• Collaborate with software, hardware, integration, and test teams
• Participate in design reviews including PDRs and CDRs

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years developing system and subsystem requirements/specifications
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Cameo Systems Modeler
• Strong SysML and MBSE experience
• Experience with requirements traceability and architecture development
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security Clearance

Preferred Qualifications

• Active Secret Clearance
• Experience with defense, naval, submarine, sensor, or undersea systems
• Experience supporting Agile programs within a Systems Engineering V-Model environment

Why Join?

• Work on a brand-new submarine sensor platform
• Create requirements and architecture from scratch rather than supporting legacy systems
• Collaborate with a highly technical engineering team
• Influence the design of cutting-edge defense technology from the earliest phases

Key Skills: MBSE, Cameo Systems Modeler, SysML, Requirements Development, Traceability, Systems Architecture, Systems Engineering, V-Model, PDR, CDR.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract position based out of Manassas, VA.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $75.00 - $90.00/hr.

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.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Manassas,VA.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 4, 2026.

About Actalent

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The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

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Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.