Senior Systems Engineer – Mission Engineering, Modeling & Simulation

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. Lead and support mission engineering studies using the MEG v2.0 methodology .

Posted 10/6/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSenior💰 $107,900 - $195,050 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in mission engineering and systems architecture, with a strong focus on UAF/UAFML methodologies and modeling tools. Proficient in developing and executing mission-level simulations and analyses while ensuring compliance with DoD standards and policies.

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UAF/UAFML Architecture DevelopmentModeling And Simulation Using AFSIMDoDAF-Conformant Views GenerationOMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP)Mission Engineering Studies Support

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Hard Skills

Mission Problem DefinitionMission Metrics DefinitionSysML Requirements TraceabilityDigital Mission ArchitecturesCameo Enterprise ArchitectureMATLAB/Simulink SimulationAnsys STK Scenario DevelopmentMulti-Domain TraceabilityDoW Mission Engineering Guide KnowledgeUAF Grid Application

Soft Skills

Strong Written CommunicationStrong Verbal Communication

Tools & Technologies

CATIA MagicAFSIMMATLABSimulinkAnsys STKUAFMLCameo Enterprise Architecture

Certifications & Qualifications

OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP)OMG Certified UAF Professional (OCUP)INCOSE CSEP/ESEP

Industry Keywords

Mission EngineeringSystems Engineering LifecycleFederal IT ProgramsDHS Public TrustWargaming Activities

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber SecurityPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and support mission engineering studies using the MEG v2.0 methodology
Define mission problem statements, characterize missions, and scope analyses for acquisition, modernization, or resourcing decisions
Develop and maintain digital mission architectures in UAF/UAFML, including mission threads and mission engineering threads
Apply the UAF grid across strategic, operational, services, resources, personnel, security, projects, and standards domains
Generate DoDAF-conformant views from UAF models when required
Define mission metrics including MOEs, MOPs, and MOSs, and maintain traceability to SysML requirements and design parameters
Build and maintain enterprise, mission, and system architecture models in CATIA Magic/Cameo using UAFML and SysML
Develop and execute mission-level modeling and simulation with AFSIM, MATLAB/Simulink, or Ansys STK
Connect architecture models, engineering analyses, and simulations into an integrated digital thread
Verify, validate, and document models and simulations in accordance with DoW M&S policy
Develop mission engineering and systems engineering products, including architecture views, analysis plans, study reports, briefs, CONOPS, requirements documentation, and interface definitions
Support experimentation, prototyping, and wargaming activities
Align Coast Guard mission architectures with DHS, DoW, Joint, and partner architectures
Establish UAF modeling standards, style guides, governance, and configuration management practices
Coordinate with cloud, cybersecurity, and data teams on secure model and simulation environments
Present findings to technical and non-technical audiences in governance boards, mission reviews, technical reviews, and program briefings
Support technical roadmaps, ecosystem strategies, implementation plans, risk monitoring, and workforce competency development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Engineering, Computer Science, Operations Research, or related discipline and 8–10 years of related experience, or 6–10 years with a Master’s degree; additional experience may be considered in lieu of a degree
Demonstrated experience developing enterprise and mission architectures in UAF/UAFML (UAF 1.2 or later) in Cameo Enterprise Architecture or CATIA Magic, including multi-domain traceability across the UAF grid and integration with SysML system models
Demonstrated experience conducting or directly supporting mission engineering studies, including mission characterization, mission thread and mission engineering thread development, mission metric definition, and analysis of alternative mission architectures
Working knowledge of the DoW Mission Engineering Guide v2.0, DoWI 5000.88, and DoWI 5000.97
Modeling and simulation experience using AFSIM, MATLAB/Simulink, or Ansys STK, including scenario development, execution, and analysis of results
OMG Certified Systems Modeling Professional (OCSMP) Model Builder
Experience supporting complex federal IT, systems engineering, or modernization programs
Familiarity with systems engineering lifecycle and requirements management practices
Strong written and verbal communication skills
U.S. Citizenship required
Ability to obtain and maintain a DHS Public Trust
Preferred: OMG Certified UAF Professional (OCUP or UAF certification)
Preferred: Experience with DoWAF-to-UAF migration or DoWAF view generation from UAF models
Preferred: Experience integrating UAF/SysML mission architectures with AFSIM or Ansys STK scenarios
Preferred: Experience supporting OUSD(R&E) mission engineering activities, Service mission engineering organizations, or experimentation campaigns
Preferred: Familiarity with SysML v2, its API and services, and model interoperability approaches
Preferred: Proficiency in Python or MATLAB for simulation automation, model queries, and data analysis
Preferred: Familiarity with operations research methods, HLA/DIS, or cloud-based simulation environments
Preferred: Experience supporting U.S. Coast Guard, DHS, or DoW mission engineering, wargaming, or analytical modeling and simulation programs
Preferred: INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, DAU or Service mission engineering coursework, or Ansys STK / AFSIM training

Benefits

Comp & perks

Camera-on interview with interviewer taking a picture for identification purposes if an offer is extended
Opportunity to support digital transformation, mission engineering, modeling and simulation initiatives