Model Based Systems Engineer

Applied Research Solutions is seeking a Model Based Systems Engineer.

Why Work with us?

Applied Research Solutions (ARS) is respected as a world-class provider of technically integrated solutions as we deliver premier talent and technology across our focused markets for unparalleled, continuous mission support. Awarded a Best Places to Work nominee since 2020, ARS recognizes that without our career- driven, loyal professionals, we would not be able to deliver state-of-the-art results for our mission partners. We firmly believe that prioritizing our employees is of the upmost importance. We provide a culture where our employees are challenged to meet their career goals and aspirations, while still obtaining a work/life balance. ARS employees are motivated through our industry competitive benefits package, our awards and recognition program, and personalized attention from ARS Senior Managers. 

Responsibilities Include:

The individual shall be able to:

• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles to design, analyze, and manage complex systems throughout their lifecycle. Integrate various system models and ensure alignment with engineering and operational requirements.
• Provide hands-on expertise utilizing SysML for system modeling and documentation, including the creation of use case diagrams, activity diagrams, sequence diagrams, and block definition diagrams, among others.
• Generate Department of Defense Architecture Framework (DoDAF) architecture views and products, including Operational Views (OVs), Systems Views (SVs), and Technical Views (TVs). Use DoDAF-compliant models to support the design, analysis, and communication of defense architectures.
• Demonstrated expertise with MBSE tools such as Cameo Enterprise Architecture, or similar platforms to create SysML and DoDAF models, ensuring robust system design and analysis.
• Develop, validate, and optimize models and simulations for complex systems and processes with emphasis on weapons systems modeling and scenario generation.
• Conduct reviews on program portfolio to evaluate and/or recommend alternative plans, improve systems engineering programs/processes, manage/sustain program technical baseline, and design/perform system level tests to assure that subsystems and system performance is achieved in accordance with approved specifications.
• Perform program reviews to evaluate alternative proposed plans, systems engineering programs, design, and test results to assure that subsystem and system performance is achieved in accordance with program specifications.
• Prepare technical documents which define, specify, and recommend system/subsystem characteristics. Prepare management reports and conduct technical presentations for planning, implementation, and corrective action using application of engineering economy principles.
• Perform validation of systems, including development of criteria and procedures. Analyze and/or evaluate results of major engineering systems.
• Provide system/program engineering, technical support and technical training to support programs/initiatives, including but not limited to: acquisition, development, integration, sustainment, continued evolution, deployment/fielding and installation, and operations oversight.
• Provide engineering support services and inputs to program and project risk management activities in compliance with Air Force SEAM processes.
• Capable of performing: problem/gap definition, trade space analysis, science and technology roadmap analysis, “Set based design” for concept development, Multi-Objective Decision Analysis (MODA) and cost versus capability trade off analysis.
• Complete other duties as assigned
  

   

Qualifications/ Technical Experience Requirements:

• Must be a US citizen
• Top Secret Security Clearance.
• Advanced Electrical Engineering degree (MA/MS) and 12 years of experience in aircraft space, and/or radar systems, of which 5 years must be in the DoD, OR a BA/BS degree and 15 years of experience in Electrical or Computer Engineering, of which 5 year must be in the DoD or 20 years of directly related experience with proper certifications as described in the Functionally Aligned Job Descriptions, of which 8 year must be in the DoD with aircraft systems.

The annual salary range: $140k - $150k. Salary is dependent upon the role and associated responsibilities, candidate's experience, and qualifications to include education/training, and key skills. 

All positions at Applied Research Solutions are subject to background investigations. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation including criminal history and identity check.

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-741.5