High Speed Systems Engineer

Leidos

. Lead structural and behavioral capture of high-speed system architectures in Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw .

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeUnited StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $87,100 - $157,450 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, particularly in SysML architecture capture using Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw. Proficient in developing complex structural allocations and automated reporting through scripting in Python and MATLAB, while providing technical leadership in multidisciplinary environments.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)SysML Architecture CaptureCameo Systems Modeler/MagicDrawAutomated Reporting via Python/MATLABTechnical Leadership

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Hard Skills

SysMLVTL ScriptingRequirements ManagementParametric Cost ModelingSensitivity AnalysisTechnical Requirement StructuresBlock Definition DiagramsInternal Block DiagramsEARS MethodologyTrade Studies

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeam LeadershipMultidisciplinary CollaborationEffective Presentation Skills

Tools & Technologies

Cameo Systems ModelerMagicDrawIBM DOORSExcelMATLABPythonSIMIO

Certifications & Qualifications

Active TS ClearanceASEP/CSEP (INCOSE)OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP)

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringHigh-Speed DynamicsAerothermodynamicsHypersonicsAdvanced PropulsionDoD Acquisition LifecycleDefense Hardware Acquisition

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonTypeScript

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead structural and behavioral capture of high-speed system architectures in Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw
Create and maintain unified SysML Logical, Physical, and Allocative views
Oversee creation, maturation, and tracking of constrained-syntax requirements using EARS-aligned paradigms
Ensure high-integrity requirement-to-verification traceability and test artifact mapping
Develop and maintain parametric manufacturing and O&S lifecycle models using Excel, Python, and MATLAB
Quantify systemic impacts of design alternatives and drive sensitivity analysis
Facilitate multidisciplinary requirements and architecture working groups
Define cross-functional engineering interfaces and establish open-architecture configuration management
Direct trade studies, technical decision briefs, and executive white papers
Evaluate warfighter utility, manufacturing readiness, and lifecycle cost/benefit tradeoffs
Build custom VTL scripts in Cameo to automate contract deliverables, ICDs, and milestone design reviews
Provide technical leadership within a matrixed team environment

Requirements

What you’ll need

BS degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, or a related STEM discipline with 4+ years of experience
Proven proficiency with MBSE methodologies and direct architecture capture using SysML-compliant tools, specifically Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw
Hands-on experience developing or managing complex structural allocations, including Block Definition and Internal Block Diagrams from L0 down to subsystem levels
Experience generating automated documents/reports via scripting using VTL, Python, or MATLAB
Experience drafting, analyzing, and decomposing technical requirement structures, preferably using EARS or automated requirements management tracking databases like DOORS
Strong communication skills and ability to lead small technical teams, align multidisciplinary engineering divisions, and present effectively internally/externally
Ability to work full-time onsite in a controlled area (SCIF environment)
Willingness to travel 10–20% to customer and partner organizations
U.S. Citizenship is mandatory
Must possess an active TS clearance
Preferred: Master's Degree in a related STEM discipline with 4+ years of experience
Preferred: Industry experience covering high-speed dynamics, aerothermodynamics, hypersonics, or advanced propulsion
Preferred: Advanced, administrative, or power-user experience with Cameo Systems Modeler/MagicDraw, IBM DOORS, SIMIO, or equivalent enterprise MBSE and requirements databases
Preferred: Familiarity with DoD acquisition lifecycle and program processes
Preferred: Experience applying parametric cost modeling, Monte Carlo techniques, or advanced mathematical trade studies to defense hardware acquisition programs
Preferred: ASEP/CSEP (INCOSE) or OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) credentials
Preferred: Active Top-Secret security clearance with SCI eligibility

Benefits

Comp & perks

Opportunity to contribute to customers’ success and communities
Sustainable operations
Travel to customer and partner organizations (10–20%)