Systems Engineer - MBSE

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**This position is fully on-site in Colorado Springs, CO | Active Secret Clearance Min. (or active withing past 24 months) Required

JOB SUMMARY:

The Systems Engineer – MBSE Specialist focuses on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), performing system architecture modeling efforts using SysML within Dassault’s Cameo tool suite.

This role supports system architecture development by translating existing technical documentation and DoDAF artifacts into structured SysML models, while mentoring engineering teams on MBSE methodologies, tools, and digital engineering best practices.

SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Develop and maintain system architecture models using SysML in Dassault Cameo tools (Enterprise Architect, Collaborator, Teamwork Cloud)

Serve as the Cameo and SysML subject matter expert across engineering teams

Mentor and guide systems engineers and architects on MBSE tools, SysML standards, and modeling best practices

Support conversion of existing DoDAF views into SysML-based models

Build system and subsystem models from existing technical documentation using established style guides

Collaborate with architecture teams to ensure consistency and accuracy of system models

Apply digital engineering principles to improve system design, traceability, and analysis

This position will be filled and worked onsite in Colorado Springs, CO.

SysML Modeling

Dassault Cameo (Enterprise Architecture, Collaborator, Teamwork Cloud)

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)

DoDAF / UAF Frameworks

Digital Engineering Practices

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE:

Active Secret Clearance

Thorough understanding of systems engineering lifecycle and core concepts

Experience modeling with SysML

Experience using Dassault Cameo modeling tools

Experience working in collaborative engineering environments

Ability to mentor engineers with limited MBSE/Cameo experience

Familiarity with architectural frameworks such as DoDAF and/or UAF

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE: Minimum 3 years of experience

PREFERRED TECHNICIAL SKILL CERTIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related STEM field

5+ years of experience modeling with SysML

5+ years of experience using Cameo modeling tools

Knowledge of U.S. Space Force Space Systems Command SysML Style Guide

Advanced knowledge of DoDAF and/or UAF frameworks

SysML Certification (e.g., OMG-Certified SysML Professional – OCSMP)

Familiarity with ITW/AA and Space Domain Awareness (SDA) mission areas

SECURITY CLEARANCE : Secret Clearance, TS preferred

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION : Bachelor’s degree in related field preferred, or equivalent experience

The Perks

Comprehensive medical, dental and vision plans for you and your dependents

401(k) Retirement Plan with Employer Match, 529 College Savings Plan, Health Savings Account, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability

Competitive Compensation

Training and development programs

Stocked kitchen with snacks and beverages

Collaborative and…