System Architect Dayton, OH-DK

Overview

An established engineering services organization supporting federal and defense initiatives is seeking a System Architect to contribute to advanced modeling, analytics, and simulation efforts. This role focuses on Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) within a highly collaborative, mission-driven environment supporting national defense objectives. You will partner with multidisciplinary teams to design, develop, and maintain system architectures and authoritative engineering models used in complex intelligence and aerospace systems.

• Develop and maintain system architecture models using MBSE methodologies
• Apply systems engineering principles to analyze and represent complex system-of-systems environments
• Utilize SysML to model system behavior, structure, and interactions
• Integrate system models and tools to support digital engineering environments
• Analyze engineering and architecture data to identify solutions and improve system performance
• Collaborate with engineers, developers, and stakeholders across technical teams
• Produce and present technical documentation and modeling artifacts
• Support the development of authoritative data sources for engineering decisions

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related STEM field
• Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or architecture
• Strong experience with SysML and MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Magic Draw, Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect)
• Ability to apply systems thinking to complex engineering challenges
• Experience working in collaborative, multi-disciplinary environments
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Active TS/SCI security clearance
• U.S. citizenship required

• Master's degree in an engineering discipline
• Industry certifications such as OCSMP, INCOSE CSEP, or PMP
• Familiarity with SysML 2.0 and model migration from earlier versions
• Programming experience (Java, C++, Python)
• Knowledge of DoDAF, UAF, or similar architecture frameworks
• Experience with aerospace or defense systems
• Background in modeling and simulation tools and practices

• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• SysML Modeling & Architecture Design
• Systems Thinking & Analysis
• Technical Communication & Documentation

Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in systems engineering or architecture.