Model Based Systems Engineer - Nuclear Defense Programs

The Aerospace Corporation is the trusted partner to the nation’s space programs, solving the hardest problems and providing unmatched technical expertise. As the operator of a federally funded research and development center (FFRDC), we are broadly engaged across all aspects of space— delivering innovative solutions that span satellite, launch, ground, and cyber systems for defense, civil and commercial customers. When you join our team, you’ll be part of a special collection of problem solvers, thought leaders, and innovators. Join us and take your place in space.

The Systems Engineering Division (SED) provides unmatched experience in systems engineering to the U.S. government and to numerous public and private agencies, universities, nonprofit organizations, consortia, and commercial companies involved in the advanced application of space technology. From systems architecture development to system analysis and optimization, astrodynamics, orbital debris, navigation, failure analysis, mission assurance, cost and schedule assessment, and economic market analysis, SED exploits an incredibly broad array of engineering and business disciplines against a diverse and dynamic portfolio of programs and national challenges.  

The Digital Systems Engineering Department (DSED), part of SED, is charged with  

helping our customers successfully adopt, integrate, and utilize digital system models, methods, tools, and best practices as part of their systems realization lifecycle processes through DE and MBSE research & innovation, prototyping, analysis, training, and advisory functions. 

We are seeking an Engineering Specialist with a focus on Model Based Systems Engineering. The ideal candidate for this position will work individually or as part of a program office team to research, identify, and implement MBSE approaches for new and existing space and defense systems and advise internal Aerospace and external government customers on the effective use of MBSE methodologies, tools, and practices to achieve their desired system realization and optimization outcomes.   

Work Model 

This is a full-time position requiring onsite work at least 3 days per week. 

What You'll Be Doing 

• Provide Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) thought leadership and expertise to the Nuclear Security Enterprise (NSE) encompassing multiple NNSA labs, plants, and sites.

• Work with an advanced team of Aerospace engineering and technology reach-back staff to develop and analyze digital system models representing multiple facets of the NSE architecture.

• Provide advanced MBSE expertise in leading the development of model profiles, modeling methodologies, architecture frameworks, and systems engineering processes for several NSE system acquisition and sustainment programs.

• Perform MBSE-related research studies and effectively document and present analysis results, findings, and proposed recommendations to sponsors. 

• Lead the development of domain-specific ontologies and modeling language profiles, modeling tool plug-ins used to capture, visualize, and analyze digital models of NSE systems throughout their lifecycle from concept definition, design and production, fielding, support, and decommission. 

• Define model-based review requirements and update the NSE systems engineering process to utilize advanced MBSE techniques.

• Author and present technical papers on MBSE topics of interest to Aerospace community of interest (COI) groups and professional technical societies working to advance the state of MBSE practices through research and innovation initiatives.

What You Need to Be Successful

• B.S. degree in a relevant Engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical field.

• 8+ years of experience in systems engineering in two or more technical areas, including CON