SAIC

Systems Engineer - Modeler

SAIC$120K — $160K *
Aerospace & Defense
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • TS/SCI clearance and US citizenship required.
  • Bachelor's with 14+ years, Master's with 12+ years, or PhD/JD with 9+ years of experience.
  • Over 10 years of systems engineering experience in defense/space/C3BM programs, with 5+ years in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) using Cameo.
  • Expertise in SysML and architecture frameworks (DoDAF/UPDM/UAF); experience with requirements management tools (DOORS, JAMA) and Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence).
  • Ability to conduct trade studies and risk assessments; proficient in translating model outputs into actionable technical strategies.
  • Excellent communication skills for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement; capable of collaborating within multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

  • Apply systems engineering best practices throughout the project lifecycle, from concept to disposal.
  • Develop and maintain MBSE models using Cameo to represent architecture, behavior, and data flows.
  • Lead the definition and decomposition of requirements, ensuring traceability across the project.
  • Conduct trade studies and risk assessments while defining system interfaces for interoperability.
  • Support onboarding processes aligned with SIP; aid in configuration control and model updates across various operational environments.
  • Work with software, hardware, and testing teams to create cohesive system designs and deliver model-based documentation.
  • Manage model repositories and configurations in TWC, generating necessary model artifacts for system representation.

Benefits

  • Hybrid remote work option available in multiple locations (Chantilly, VA; Beale AFB, CA; Colorado Springs, CO).
  • Ongoing application acceptance with no deadline for submissions.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Description

We are seeking a Systems Engineer - Modeler to lead MBSE driven architecture, requirements, and interface modeling for CMCC. You will develop and maintain system models (Cameo/TWC), ensure endtoend traceability, and support SIPaligned onboarding and integration-working closely with the Chief Engineer, System Architect, Integrator, Release Manager, and Government stakeholders to keep the technical baseline accurate, testable, and mission ready.

This role is hybrid remote located in Chantilly, VA, Beale AFB, CA or Colorado Springs, CO.

Job Responsibilities:
  • Apply systems engineering best practices across the lifecycle: concept, requirements, design, integration, V&V, deployment, and disposal.
  • Develop and maintain MBSE models (SysML; DoDAF/UPDM/UAF) in Cameo Systems Modeler / Teamwork Cloud to capture architecture, behavior, data flows, and interfaces.
  • Lead requirements definition/decomposition; maintain bidirectional traceability across requirements, architecture, test artifacts, and Agile backlog items.
  • Conduct trade studies, AoAs, and risk assessments; define/manage system interfaces to ensure interoperability across CMCC components and externals.
  • Support SIP-aligned capability onboarding, CCB decisions, and model updates for Factory, I&T, Experimental, and Operational environments.
  • Collaborate with software, hardware, cyber, and test teams to drive cohesive system design; prepare and present model-based documentation and briefings.
  • Manage model repositories, versioning, and configuration in TWC; generate model artifacts (OVs, UAF views, sequence diagrams, operational threads).
  • Contribute to Agile/ART activities (PI Planning, demos, retrospectives), highlight dependencies, and recommend model-driven improvements to flow efficiency and velocity.
  • Partner with program management to align technical solutions with schedule/budget; identify process improvements that elevate MBSE discipline across the program.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:
  • TS/SCI and US citizenship.
  • Bachelor's and 14+ years of experience; OR Master's and 12+ years; OR PhD/JD and 9+ years.
  • 10+ years systems engineering on complex defense/space/C3BM programs, including 5+ years hands on MBSE with Cameo (or Sparx EA/Rhapsody).
  • Proficiency in SysML and architecture frameworks (DoDAF/UPDM/UAF); experience with requirements tools (e.g., DOORS JAMA) and Atlassian (Jira/Confluence).
  • Proven ability to perform trade studies, interface control, risk analysis, and to translate model outputs into actionable technical direction.
  • Strong communication skills for technical writing, model curation, and stakeholder briefings; collaborative working style across multidisciplinary teams.
Desired Qualifications:
  • Familiarity with SIP/CCB workflows, external interface modeling (e.g., UCI), and automated model validation/scripting.
  • INCOSE ASEP/CSEP certification; SAFe or Scrum credentials.
  • Experience with Git based version control; exposure to DevSecOps aligned digital engineering toolchains.

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

Overview

SAIC accepts applications on an ongoing basis and there is no deadline.

About SAIC

Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) is a technology integrator in the technical, engineering, intelligence, and enterprise information technology markets. SAIC has approximately 26,000 employees and operates in more than 70 countries. The company was founded in 1969 and is headquartered in Reston, Virginia. SAIC provides services to the U.S. government, including the Department of Defense, the intelligence community, and civilian agencies. The company also serves commercial customers in the healthcare, energy, and financial services sectors.
Learn more about SAIC
Size
26,000 employees
Market Cap
$6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$206 million
Founded
1969
5 Year Trend
+10.7%
Revenue
$6.8 billion
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