Model-Based Systems Engineer – Digital Transformation

Ford Motor Company

. Create, manage, and maintain custom Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) and MagicDraw/CATIA Magic profiles aligned with Ford’s engineering standards and Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeDearborn • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $99,600 - $192,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML, with a strong focus on creating and managing Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) and integrating tools like MagicDraw and Teamwork Cloud. Provides technical mentorship and user support while ensuring compliance with SAE J1739 Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies.

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Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)SysMLMagicDraw / CATIA MagicSAE J1739 Failure Mode AvoidanceTeamwork Cloud

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Hard Skills

Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs)Technical User SupportIssue ManagementTraining and MentoringGenerative AI SolutionsSysML V2Agile/SAFe MethodologiesRequirements Management3DEXPERIENCE (3DX)MagicDraw Profiles

Tools & Technologies

MagicDrawCATIA MagicTeamwork CloudAI/ML IntegrationsJira

Certifications & Qualifications

OMG SysMLINCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP/CSEP)

Industry Keywords

Failure Mode AvoidanceDigital ThreadDFMEAsBoundary DiagramsP-DiagramsRobustness ChecklistsRAAML Standard

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Create, manage, and maintain custom Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs) and MagicDraw/CATIA Magic profiles aligned with Ford’s engineering standards and Failure Mode Avoidance methodologies
Work with the tool vendor on plugin and integration development, deployment, and tool lifecycle management
Integrate MBSE tools with enterprise systems and expand interoperability across 2D/3D CAD design data, requirements, and CAE disciplines
Enable a seamless Digital Thread across the product lifecycle
Provide subject matter expertise and technical mentorship to product development teams to accelerate MBSE and CATIA Magic adoption
Ensure MBSE model structures and processes support SAE J1739 Failure Mode Avoidance disciplines and the RAAML standard
Support digital execution of DFMEAs, Boundary and P-Diagrams, and Robustness Checklists
Provide user support, issue management, troubleshooting, and continuous tool enhancements
Support Teamwork Cloud infrastructure activities, including server upgrades and performance improvements
Create and maintain tool training documentation, modeling guidelines, and learning materials
Research and implement Generative AI-driven solutions and SysML V2 within the systems engineering environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS in Engineering (e.g., Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering) or a related field
3+ years of experience in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) and SysML
Advanced, hands-on expertise with MagicDraw / CATIA Magic and Teamwork Cloud (TWC)
Demonstrated experience creating and managing DSLs (domain-specific languages) and MagicDraw profiles
Working knowledge of SAE J1739 Failure Mode Avoidance (FMA) disciplines and CATIA Magic integrations
Experience providing technical user support, issue management, and training/mentoring in SysML/MBSE/CATIA Magic
Visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Preferred: MS in Engineering
Preferred: 5+ years of systems engineering and model-based systems engineering experience
Preferred: OMG SysML and/or INCOSE Systems Engineering Professional (ASEP/CSEP) certifications
Preferred: Deep understanding of SysML model composition, architecture patterns, and collaboration best practices
Preferred: Experience serving as a Lead Systems Engineer on a major MBSE project and/or leading MBSE adoption and deployment at an organizational or large-project scale
Preferred: Familiarity with AI/ML principles, integrations, and deployment within engineering tools
Preferred: Familiarity with SysML V2 and the RAAML standard
Preferred: Experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies, Jira backlog maintenance, and requirements management tools
Preferred: Experience utilizing the 3DEXPERIENCE (3DX/CATIA) environment and MagicDraw/CATIA Magic connectors/integrations

Benefits

Comp & perks

Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage
Flexible family care days
Paid parental leave
New parent ramp-up programs
Subsidized back-up child care
Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement
Fertility treatments
Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases
Tuition assistance
Established and active employee resource groups
Paid time off for individual and team community service
A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day
Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time