Model-Based Systems Engineer

Arcfield•Patuxent River, MD

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About The Position

The Model-Based Systems Engineer supports naval aviation and weapons integration programs at Patuxent River Naval Air Station in Lexington Park, Maryland. The role provides systems engineering support across the acquisition lifecycle of aircraft, weapons, and integrated systems, including requirements development, technical analysis, system integration, airworthiness, test and evaluation, and risk assessment. The engineer contributes technical expertise and leadership to cross-functional teams, working independently as appropriate and collaborating with system-domain subject matter experts, peers, managers, and customers. The role calls for strong systems engineering knowledge and the ability to develop solutions to complex engineering challenges and provide technical leadership across integration, sustainment, safety, and acquisition activities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science with 8–10 years of experience, master's degree with 6–8 years of experience, or Ph.D. with 3–5 years of experience.
Knowledge of systems engineering principles, including system architecture, requirements analysis, interface definition, risk management, and technical documentation.
Knowledge of model-based systems engineering and ability to navigate systems engineering activities at an expert level.
Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Ability to work with minimal supervision, learn new technologies quickly, and collaborate with system-domain subject matter experts, peers, managers, and customers.

Nice To Haves

Experience with one or more of the following: NoMagic, MagicDraw, Cameo, SysML, UPDM, or IBM Rhapsody.

Responsibilities

Perform complex engineering tasks independently and/or lead technical teams supporting aircraft and weapons integration programs.
Develop requirements, integration plans, and technical documentation throughout the system lifecycle.
Develop, analyze, and maintain behavioral, structural, and parametric models to support system design and integration.
Review and prepare engineering analyses, reports, specifications, TEMPs, contractor design data, and change proposals.
Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to support successful system integration.
Identify program requirements, track performance metrics, and manage the systems engineering process.
Represent the technical team at design reviews, program meetings, and test events; prepare technical reports, trip reports, and correspondence.