System Architect

Title: System Architect
Status: Full-Time
Location: Dayton, OH

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.
Key Responsibilities

• 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

Required Qualifications

• 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, MagicDraw, 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

Key Skills Required

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