Model Based Systems Engineer

PeopleTec, Inc.•Fort Belvoir, AL

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

PeopleTec is currently seeking a Model Based Systems Engineer to support our Huntsville, AL / Fort Belvoir, VA locations. This position plays a key role in defining, analyzing, and managing requirements spanning the entire system life cycle - from concept development through testing and deployment. The role involves leading system-level requirements definition and traceability across multiple MDA and external programs. It also requires applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using CAMEO Systems Modeler to create, integrate, and maintain a comprehensive multi-layered architecture. The engineer will model and document system components, behaviors, and interfaces across multiple agencies to support the Next Generation Missile Defense architecture, and capture, analyze, and validate functional and performance requirements to ensure mission success. Additionally, the role includes conducting trade-off analyses, assessing impacts on system scalability and integration, and maintaining continuous traceability from mission objectives through test and deployment. Collaboration with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and external partners is essential to ensure system alignment with strategic defense goals.

Requirements

Minimum of 8 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or MBSE (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
Proven experience in systems engineering supporting missile defense or other complex defense systems.
Expertise with MBSE principles, SysML, and CAMEO Systems Modeler.
Strong understanding of MDA system architectures, lifecycle processes, and verification/validation.
Ability to translate high-level mission objectives into detailed technical requirements.
Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
An active DoD Top Secret with SCI eligibility clearance is required to perform this work.
Candidates are required to have an active Top Secret clearance upon hire, and the ability to maintain this level of clearance during their employment.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead system-level requirements definition and traceability across multiple MDA and external programs.
Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies using CAMEO Systems Modeler to create, integrate, and maintain a comprehensive multi-layered architecture.
Model and document system components, behaviors, and interfaces across multiple agencies to support the Next Generation Missile Defense architecture.
Capture, analyze, and validate functional and performance requirements to ensure mission success.
Conduct trade-off analyses and assess the impacts on system scalability and integration.
Maintain continuous traceability from mission objectives through test and deployment.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, government stakeholders, and external partners to ensure system alignment with strategic defense goals.