Lead Systems Engineer- MBSE

Description

SAIC's Solutions & Technology Group (STG) is seeking an experienced MBSE Sr. Principal Digital Engineer to join our team of experts. This position will lead the development, execution, and maturation of cutting-edge Digital Engineering solutions in support of Defense, Federal Civilian, and/or National Security customers and their systems. This role focuses on advancing model-based systems engineering (MBSE), digital engineering (DE), and system-of-systems (SoS) capabilities to address evolving engineering challenges and deliver mission success.

This position requires onsite work in San Diego, CA. Flexibility to travel up to 10% of the timeis required for this role. You will work alongside a team of experts and stakeholders in a dynamic, mission-driven environment to advance cutting-edge capabilities in support of national security objectives.

As a thought leader and systems engineering expert, you will support the integration of MBSE methodologies and standards for the development of structured expressions,SoS architectures, and mission engineering frameworks to enhance program solutions and strengthen national security capabilities.

You will serve as a mentor and work alongside a team of experts and stakeholders in a dynamic, mission-driven environment to advance cutting-edge capabilities in support of national security objectives.

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and execution of digital engineering and MBSE solutions for complex military systems and missions.
• Build and optimize digital models for requirements capture and analysis using MBSE techniques, SysML, and tools like Cameo/Magic Draw or Rhapsody.
• Design and model system-of-systems (SoS) architectures, understanding structured expressions and capturing complex interactions and ensuring technical coherence.
• Promote and implement systems/digital engineering best practices to improve mission outcomes, enhance stakeholder collaboration, and enable advanced simulations and analyses.
• Apply Mission Engineering principles to design and evaluate solutions aligned with operational scenarios and mission objectives.
• Represent technical work in working groups, exchange meetings, and executive briefings to communicate progress, insights, and innovative concepts.
• Mentor engineering teamson MBSE standards and methods, fostering proficiency across projects.
• Oversee systems engineering processes throughout the lifecycle, including architecture, requirements, CONOPS, interface control, and verification.
• As required, support business development through proposal generation, customer engagement, and crafting innovative solutions tailored to mission challenges.
• Stay updated on emerging technologies, industry advancements, and tools to integrate innovative practices into digital engineering methodologies.

Qualifications

Required

Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's Degree with
  14+ years of related experience; OR Master's with
  12+ years of experience; OR PhD with9+ years of experience
• ActiveTS clearance with SCI eligibility
• US Citizenship required
• Proven experience applying systems and digital/MBSE engineering methods across defense, civilian, or national security domains.
• Advanced expertise using MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo/Magic Draw, Rhapsody) and frameworks (e.g., SysML, UPDM, UML, UAF).
• Broad systems engineering experience in architecture, requirements, CONOPS, and verification.
• Familiarity with US Government systems engineering processes and priorities, particularly for the Department of War (DoW)(formerly DoD).
• Strong organizational and leadership skills to execute tasks and foster collaboration in dynamic environments.
• Proficient in briefing complex topics to senior leaders and producing high-quality technical documentation.
• Skilled in integrating
  
  Mission…