Systems Engineering - Defense

Worker TypeRegularJob DescriptionAV is looking for a highly talented Systems Engineer III - MBSE to join our team! In this role, you will support the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) Chief Engineer (MDA/CEM) in transforming the way in which the Agency approaches engineering. The ideal candidate has strong experience working with Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools and is interested in utilizing those tools to help move the Agency away from document-driven engineering.Assist with capturing and developing new system models to become the backbone for how MDA will approach future engineering efforts.Required:Bachelor's Degree in a Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math (STEM) field7+ years of experienceActive Secret clearanceStrong Model-based engineering experienceAbility to excel in a team settingExperience with Interface or Interoperability engineering domainsDesired:Expertise in MBSE Tools (SysML, Cameo, MathWorks Simulink, MATLAB, Visio, ModelCenter, etc.)MDA ExperienceExpertise in Command and Control (C2), data transport, Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT), or interoperabilityITAR Requirement:This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. Citizenship due to contract requirements.Benefits: AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. We also encourage you to review our company website at to learn more about us.Who We AreBased in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.What We DoBuilding on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.