Model Based Systems Engineer

SAIC•San Diego, CA
•Onsite

About The Position

SAIC is seeking an experienced Model Based Systems Engineer to join its Technical Engineering and Design Department in support of a United States Air Force customer. This is an on-site position in San Diego, California. The role applies systems engineering principles and best practices throughout the technical program lifecycle, from concept through disposal. The engineer develops and maintains system architecture models, manages system requirements and interfaces, and supports system integration, verification, and validation. The position works with cross-functional engineering teams and program management to deliver technical solutions on schedule and within budget, while contributing to process improvements.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree and at least five years of experience; or a master’s degree and at least three years of experience; or a Ph.D. and zero years of related experience.
  • Degree in a relevant technical field, such as Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • U.S. citizenship.
  • Active TS/SCI security clearance and ability to obtain a TS/SCI CI Poly.
  • Demonstrated expertise in MBSE and proficiency with tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, Sparx EA, or Rhapsody.
  • Strong understanding of the systems engineering lifecycle, from requirements analysis through system deployment and support.
  • Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS or JAMA.
  • Familiarity with architecture frameworks such as DoDAF, UPDM, or UAF.
  • Experience conducting trade studies, risk analysis, and interface control.
  • Strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, and analytical skills.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to collaborate with a diverse team.

Nice To Haves

  • INCOSE certification, such as CSEP or ASEP.

Responsibilities

  • Apply systems engineering principles and best practices across the full technical program lifecycle, from concept to disposal.
  • Develop, manage, and maintain system architecture models using MBSE tools and methodologies such as SysML, UPDM, and DoDAF.
  • Lead the definition, decomposition, and management of system requirements, ensuring traceability and alignment with program objectives and stakeholder needs.
  • Conduct trade studies, analyses of alternatives, and risk assessments to inform technical decisions and mitigate program risks.
  • Define and manage system interfaces to support interoperability and integration between system components.
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, and test engineers to support a cohesive, integrated system design.
  • Support system integration, verification, and validation activities to ensure the system meets requirements and is fit for purpose.
  • Prepare and present technical documentation, system models, and briefings to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Work with program management to ensure technical solutions are developed on schedule and within budget.
  • Identify process improvement opportunities and contribute to the continuous enhancement of systems engineering within the program.
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