Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE)

Overview

Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) (E30-2026-25745):

Bowhead seeks a DoD SECRET cleared Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to join our team supporting the Naval Surface Warfare Center Dahlgren Division.

Responsibilities

The Model-Based Systems Engineer will work directly with the client analyzing complex and unique technical support assignments.

Job duties include but are not limited to:

• Work with Government leads and engineers to help develop system diagrams to represent system interactions

• Knowledge and experience in Cameo (or other modeling software) and SysML architecture practices

• Be able to work with a diverse group of engineers (mechanical, electrical, and software) to integrate in feedback and comments into robust models

• Collaborate with other NAVY MBSE groups to help refine system engineering practices and align common practices

• Provides logical ties to existing documents to show support for requirement definition

• Helps foster growth of less experienced Systems engineers (internally and to government engineers)

• Prepares technical documentation of model-based progress and advancement

• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• A Bachelor of Science (BS) degree from an accredited college or university in an engineering, scientific, or technical discipline

• Three (3) to five (5) years professional technical experience with familiarity of Naval Weapon Systems

• Possesses a robust knowledge of Model Based System Engineering (MBSE) methodology

• Must have direct experience with the Cameo Systems Modeler tool and MagicDraw, or other MBSE based software

• Intermediate to advanced level skills in Microsoft Office software suite - Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of employees and outside contacts

• Strong interpersonal skills and good judgment with the ability to work alone or as part of a team

Physical Demands:

• Must be able to lift up to 15 to 25 pounds.

• Must be able to stand and walk for prolonged amounts of time.

• Must be able to twist, bend and squat periodically.

Target salary is $100,000/annually to $150,000/annually commensurate with experience

Please note that the salary information is a general guideline only. Bowhead considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as, market and business considerations when extending an offer.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS: Must currently hold a security clearance at the Secret level. US Citizenship is a requirement for Secret clearance at this location.

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Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug & alcohol screening and/or random drug screen, and must follow UIC’s Non-DOT Drug & Alcohol Testing Program requirements. If the position requires, an applicant must pass a pre-employment criminal background history check. All post-secondary education listed on the applicant’s resume/application may be subject to verification.

Where driving may be required or where a rental car must be obtained for business travel purposes, applicants must have a valid driver license for this position and will be subject to verification. In addition, the applicant must pass an in-house, online, driving course to be authorized to drive for company purposes.

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ID 2026-25745

Category Information Technology

Location : Location US-VA-Dahlgren

Min USD $100,000.00/Yr.

Max USD $150,000.00/Yr.

Clearance Level Must Be Able to Obtain N/A

Minimum Clearance Required Secret

Travel Requirement N/A