Systems Engineer - MBSE

SAIC•Crane, IN

16h•Hybrid

About The Position

SAIC is seeking a Model-Based Systems Engineer to support hypersonic programs at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane. The role is embedded at the customer site and works directly with government engineers and program teams on hypersonic development efforts. The engineer supports the full system lifecycle, from concept development through validation and verification. The position reviews Technical Data Packages for completeness, accuracy, and compliance; supports Systems Engineering Technical Reviews, drawing reviews, and model reviews; and develops and maintains system architecture models using Cameo Systems Modeler and SysML or equivalent modeling languages. The role also supports transition from document-based to model-based engineering practices and contributes to requirements management, technical analyses, system design, interface management, integration planning, V&V, and technical documentation. The engineer collaborates with government engineers, program managers, technical leads, contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and communicates technical status, risks, and recommendations. The role is full-time, day shift, hybrid, and requires travel 25% of the time. An active Secret clearance is required; an interim Secret is required to start, and the candidate must be able to obtain Top Secret clearance.

Requirements

Active Secret clearance; interim Secret clearance is required to start, and the candidate must be able to obtain Top Secret clearance.
Bachelor of Science in an engineering discipline.
MBSE experience and experience with Cameo Systems Modeler.
At least 5 years of systems engineering experience.
Demonstrated experience in product design, procurement, or production floor engineering.
Experience designing prototypes or ensuring designs meet functional requirements from procurement through validation and verification.
Strong understanding of systems engineering processes and methodologies across the program lifecycle.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to produce and present technical documentation.

Nice To Haves

Aerospace, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering degree.
Familiarity with SysML modeling language.
Experience supporting DoD hypersonic, missile, or advanced weapons programs.
Experience with NSWC Crane or other Navy warfare center programs.
Knowledge of MIL-STD-882 (System Safety), MIL-STD-461, or other applicable defense standards.
Experience with requirements management tools such as IBM DOORS or DOORS Next.
INCOSE CSEP certification or equivalent systems engineering credential.
Familiarity with Agile or iterative development approaches in a defense engineering context.

Responsibilities

Review and evaluate Technical Data Packages for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with program requirements.
Participate in and support Systems Engineering Technical Reviews, including SRR, PDR, CDR, and TRR.
Support drawing reviews and model reviews to ensure design integrity and traceability.
Develop, maintain, and update system architecture models using MBSE tools, primarily Cameo Systems Modeler.
Apply SysML or equivalent modeling languages to capture system structure, behavior, requirements, and interfaces.
Ensure model fidelity and consistency across program phases and stakeholder views.
Support the transition from document-based to model-based engineering practices.
Formulate and document CONOPS.
Define, decompose, and manage requirements.
Conduct technical analyses and trade studies to inform design decisions.
Perform system architecting, analysis, and design activities.
Conduct system performance analysis and margin assessments.
Manage interfaces, including developing and maintaining Interface Control Documents.
Plan and coordinate systems integration.
Support validation and verification planning and execution.
Prepare engineering plans, process instructions, and technical documentation.
Collaborate directly with government engineers, program managers, and technical leads at NSWC Crane.
Coordinate with contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to resolve technical issues.
Communicate technical status, risks, and recommendations clearly in writing and verbally.