Model Based Systems Engineer

Location: Huntsville, AL or Dayton, OH

Contingent on winning contract 

Start Date: On or after June 5, 2026 

Are you looking for an opportunity to flex your technical skills as part of an engineering design team developing digital architecture? Minerva is seeking a Model-Based Systems Engineer to support customers at the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC). Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) is a rapidly growing field in the Department of Defense (DoD) and Intelligence Communities. As a member of our engineering team, you will work alongside engineers and software developers to develop authoritative engineering models that contribute to our nation’s defense.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace, or related technical field
• 3 or more years of relevant experience
• Strong knowledge of SysML for modeling architectures and system behaviors
• Proficiency with MBSE methodologies and tools (e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, IBM Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect)
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain models, artifacts, and integrated datasets for complex systems and systems of systems
• Ability to work effectively in a multi-disciplinary team environment, including internal staff, external contractors, and government customers
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to produce and present technical documentation and artifacts
• U.S. Citizenship
• Active TS/SCI security clearance

Desired Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Engineering field or related certifications such as OCSMP Certifications, INCOSE CSEP, or Project Management PMP (among others)
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Java, C++, or Python
• Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other architecture frameworks.
• Ability to analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes
• Knowledge of aerospace/defense systems and processes
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation (M&S) tools and practices

Equal Opportunity Employer

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Benefits

401(k)

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off

Flexible Spending Account

Vision Insurance

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Top-Secret SCI clearance. U.S. citizenship is a baseline eligibility factor for this clearance. Are you a U.S. Citizen?

Security clearance:

• Secret (Preferred)

Work Location: In person