Lead Systems Modeling Engineer, Missile Defense

True Anomaly•Long Beach, CA

1d•$155,000 - $225,000•Hybrid

About The Position

True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build innovative technology that solves the next generation of engineering, manufacturing, and operational challenges for space security and sustainability. OUR MISSION The peaceful use of space is essential for continued prosperity on Earth—from communications and finance to navigation and logistics. True Anomaly builds innovative technology at the intersection of spacecraft, software, and AI to enhance the capabilities of the U.S., its allies, and commercial partners. We safeguard global security by ensuring space access and sustainability for all. OUR VALUES Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together YOUR MISSION True Anomaly is seeking a Lead System Modeling Engineer to serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) in support of space and missile defense programs. This individual will serve as the company technical authority for Cameo-based MBSE model development and SysML best practices, contributing to the development of digital thread architecture and ecosystem operation. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing system models across complex space and missile defense programs, while influencing digital thread architecture and systems engineering processes in alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) policies and industry standards. This includes developing and managing models created organically and evaluating and integrated models provided externally form partners and the U.S. Government. This position will report to the Digital Thread Architect.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline
5+ years of direct Cameo modeling experience, with strong experience and working knowledge of SysML, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Engineering, and System of Systems engineering
Familiarity with MBSE best practices and real-world implementation
Experience using system modeling tools such as Cameo, Rhapsody, MagicDraw, or similar platforms
Developing digital twin and/or virtual twins
Experience influencing or assisting with digital thread architectures
Experience with systems engineering for aircraft, space systems, spacecraft, satellites, missile systems, threat systems, kill vehicles, ground stations, or missile defense systems
Experience with process development and deployment in engineering and environments
Hands-on experience with Teamcenter for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
Familiarity with Agile methodologies
Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in a related engineering or technical field
More than one year of program experience working in a structured Agile environment
Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs
Familiar with AFSIM and/or SpaceDEN
Familiar with DoDI 5000.97, DoD Style Guide for MBSE, and other DoD documents, processes, and practices related to digital engineering and MBSE
Documented completion of Lockheed Martin Systems Engineering Bootcamp Training
Hands-on skills in software programming (Python, C++, etc.), utilizing Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AI/ML)
Experience in predictive analytics, parametric, probabilistic, point estimates, and deterministic modeling
Active Top Secret security clearance

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Cameo MBSE SME, providing technical leadership, mentoring, and governance for SysML-based system models
Develop, maintain, and integrate MBSE artifacts supporting space systems, spacecraft, satellites, and missile defense weapon systems
Perform full-spectrum Systems Engineering activities using model-based approaches, including:
Requirements analysis and traceability
Functional and logical architecture development
Interface definition and system decomposition
Verification and validation modeling
Implement and sustain Digital Engineering and Digital Thread concepts across engineering and all lifecycle phases
Support System of Systems engineering activities and model integration
Apply and tailor MBSE practices in accordance with DoDI 5000.97, DoD digital engineering guidance, industry standards, recommended practices, and internal engineering requirements
Utilize the Cameo platform to create and manage a model-based, authoritative representation of system requirements, architecture, behavior, interfaces, and verification to enable traceability, trade studies, and lifecycle decision-making for complex systems.
Integrate MBSE models with enterprise PLM tools, including Teamcenter, Jama, NX CAD, and other data systems, to enable lifecycle data continuity
Help develop, refine, and deploy systems engineering processes and MBSE workflows across programs
Collaborate within Agile development environments, supporting incremental delivery and continuous integration of system models
Support classified programs, ensuring compliance with security requirements and configuration management practices
Contribute to proposal efforts, technical reviews, and customer engagements related to MBSE and digital engineering
Utilize and participate in industry standards organizations and working groups (SAE, AIAA, IEEE, INCONSE, RAMS, etc.) to continuously assess and acquire the latest technological solutions and techniques
Perform other related tasks as required