Senior Model Based Systems Engineer

About The Role:

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is seeking a Senior Model Based Systems Engineer to be part of our team and based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ location.

Clearance & Location Requirements:

• All applicants must be able to obtain/maintain an active Secret U.S. Security Clearance.
• This is an on-site position. Requiring 5 days in office, based out of our Mount Laurel, NJ.

Department
Engineering
Employment Type
Full Time
Location
Mount Laurel, NJ
Address
8000 Midlantic Drive, Suite 500 N, Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 08054
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Workplace type
Onsite
Compensation
$135,000 - $273,000 / year
Reporting To
John Greshock

Key Responsibilities

What You Will Do:

• Develop system models to support software development using SysML v2 and Agentic AI to generate:
  • Requirements
  • Use Cases, Verification Cases, Analysis Cases
  • Structural and Behavioral Architectures
  
  
  
• Work on a project ACTIVELY using SysML v2 for development
• Develop plugins using the SysML v2 API spec
• Model using Cameo Enterprise Architecture 2026x (CATIA Magic)
• Work with MBSE + SysML v2 thought leaders
• Work on frontier, cutting-edge projects for forward-thinking customers

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics, or equivalent full-time professional experience.
• 7+ years of full-time professional experience in MBSE, Digital Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related technical roles.
• Ability to travel up to 10% of the time, as needed

Optional:

• Experience creating plugins using an MBSE Modeling Tool's API (Cameo/MagicDraw)
• Experience modeling using Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)
• OMG SysML v2 Model User Certification
• OMG OCSMP SysML v1 Certification(s)
• Knowledge of Navy testing programs, practices, and assets
• System integration and test experience for complex software applications including experience with software testing tools (commercial or bespoke applications)
• Experience with:
  • Customization of SysML metamodels
  • SysML Model querying
  • Plugin Creation
  • SysML v2 API Experience
  • Functional Decomposition best practices
  • Executable Simulations (SysML v1)
  • SysML's influencing on software design
  
  
  
  
  

Pay Range*: $135,000-$231,000 or $164,000 - 273,000
*Pursuant to New Jersey Senate Bill 2310 IDT is required to disclose the "pay scale" or "pay range" associated with a job posting. Notably, however, this amount may not be reflective of actual compensation that may be earned as pay is dependent on a candidate's experience, skills, and education. The posted range does not include bonuses, commissions, tips, or other benefits. Click here for additional information about Senate Bill 2310. IDT is often looking to place multiple candidates at various levels. Therefore, more than one pay range has been included, commensurate with experience.

Job Benefits

Why Work at Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT):

IDT is a growing company with a vibrant, entrepreneurial culture. We are headquartered in Arlington, VA with additional offices in Fall River, MA; Mount Laurel, NJ; and San Diego, CA. At each location, our employees work together in a modern, snack-filled (ex. cold brew in a keg), and social office space, designing innovative solutions for our defense industry customers. We offer employees competitive pay and benefits including:

• Generous benefits package
• Competitive PTO
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) with immediate vesting and matching
• 9/80 optional schedule (2nd and 4th Friday off every month)
• Tuition Assistance Reimbursement Program
• Professional Development Resources
• Pre-Tax Commuter Benefits
• Organization-Wide Monthly Tech Connect Events
• Annual Employee Recognition Awards
• Regular Social Events and Catered Lunches

EEO Statement:


IDT is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Innovative Defense Technologies

Innovative Defense Technologies (IDT) is a leading defense technology company focused on rapidly delivering mission-critical software and systems solutions to the U.S. government. The company specializes in automation, digital engineering, and enabling the rapid integration of advanced capabilities into complex weapon and combat systems. These essential solutions empower the warfighter to field, operate, and sustain decisive capability at speed and scale. At IDT, our employees are developing advanced mission-critical outcomes by consistently delivering high-quality results, fostering innovation, applying rigorous problem-solving, and effectively collaborating across multifaceted teams and stakeholders. Grounded in these competencies, IDT translates complex customer priorities into robust software solutions.

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