Senior Engineering Specialist – Digital Systems Engineering

The Aerospace Corporation

. Plan, execute, and lead project teams researching, identifying, and implementing innovative DE and MBSE approaches for new and existing space and defense systems .

Posted 10/20/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $151,300 - $226,900 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Digital Engineering (DE) and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, tools, and practices, with a strong focus on systems engineering for space and defense systems. Capable of leading project teams, developing training materials, and advising on effective engineering strategies.

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Digital Engineering (DE)Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)SysML Modeling LanguageSystems Engineering LifecycleProject Management

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Hard Skills

CONOPs DevelopmentRequirements DefinitionArchitecture & DesignSystem AnalysisSystem Integration & TestOntology DevelopmentGraph TheoryDigital Engineering StrategiesModel Patterns DevelopmentEngineering Analysis

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganizational SkillsTime ManagementProblem-Solving MindsetTeam Collaboration

Tools & Technologies

CameoSparxRhapsodyGENESYSSyndeiaECube

Certifications & Qualifications

INCOSE CSEP/ESEPOMG SysML/UAFML Certification

Industry Keywords

Aerospace EngineeringSpace Systems EngineeringArchitecture FrameworksDigital Thread ToolsGovernment Customers

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About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Plan, execute, and lead project teams researching, identifying, and implementing innovative DE and MBSE approaches for new and existing space and defense systems
Advise internal Aerospace and external government customers on effective use of DE and MBSE methodologies, tools, and practices to achieve system realization and optimization outcomes
Research, develop, and analyze systems CONOPs, architecture, and design models using modeling languages including SysML, UAFML, BPMN, RAAML, OWL, and others
Support customers acquiring, developing, integrating, and operating space and ground, launch, and defense systems across enterprise, mission, functional, logical, and physical levels
Develop model patterns, libraries, and templates for reuse across projects and programs
Advise customers on selecting MBSE methods, languages, and toolsets for systems engineering lifecycle use cases
Develop Aerospace ETG, program office, and government customers on DE and MBSE concepts, principles, and practices
Develop training materials, papers, and presentations on DE/MBSE topics
Participate in and represent Aerospace interests in professional DE/MBSE standards working groups and committees
Provide technical and project-level leadership, mentoring, and tasking oversight to early- and mid-career staff

Requirements

What you’ll need

B.S. degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical field
12+ years’ experience in systems engineering in two or more technical areas, including CONOPs development, requirements definition, architecture & design, system analysis, and system integration & test
Proficient with one or more MBSE modeling languages (SysML, UAFML, LML, etc.), methodologies (OOSEM, SysMOD, MagicGrid, etc.), and tools (Cameo, Sparx, Rhapsody, GENESYS, etc.)
Experience in all aspects of space systems engineering, including architecture, engineering design, and engineering analysis
Familiarity with architecture frameworks (DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF)
Knowledge of core space system segments (space, ground, transport, launch, etc.) at the enterprise, SoS, system, and subsystem levels
Ability to clearly explain complex concepts to customers and fellow employees
Ability to lead the technical work of DE/MBSE project teams and spearhead new efforts
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong organizational, time management, and project management skills
Ability to coordinate efforts and work with internal and external organizations
Ability to work well in a team environment
Flexibility and ability to adapt to changing program office sponsor and customer needs
Problem-solving, analytical, and innovation mindset
Ability to obtain a TS/SCI security clearance issued by the U.S. Government
U.S. citizenship required to obtain a security clearance
M.S. or Ph.D. degree in a relevant engineering discipline, Computer Science, or related technical discipline (stand-out qualification)
Experience developing ontology or semantic data models (stand-out qualification)
Knowledge of graph theory and graph database, analysis, and visualization tools (stand-out qualification)
Knowledge of digital engineering concepts and practical experience developing digital engineering strategies and execution plans (stand-out qualification)
Familiarity with digital thread tools such as Syndeia or eCube (stand-out qualification)
Teaching experience, especially in technical subjects (stand-out qualification)
Relevant INCOSE CSEP/ESEP or OMG SysML/UAFML certification (stand-out qualification)

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive health care and wellness plans
Paid holidays, sick time, and vacation
Standard and alternate work schedules, including telework options
401(k) Plan — Employees receive a total company-paid benefit of 8%, 10%, or 12% of eligible compensation based on years of service and matching contributions; employees are immediately eligible and vested in the plan upon hire
Flexible spending accounts
Variable pay program for exceptional contributions
Relocation assistance
Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career
Education assistance programs
An inclusive work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect