Senior Model-Based Systems Engineering Architect

General Dynamics

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Work type: On-site
Location: Dedham, MA
Salary: $201,709–$223,770 / yr
Posted: 67 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live today
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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General Dynamics is a global aerospace and defense company offering a broad portfolio of products and services in business aviation, ship construction, land combat vehicles, and information technology. It serves customers in the U.S. government, allied governments, and a diverse array of commercial markets.

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TL;DR · Senior Model-Based Systems Engineering Architect

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The Sr Model-Based Systems Engineering Architect joins a cross-functional team to lead the design and development of complex systems for Nuclear Command, Control and Communications. This role focuses on supporting the next generation of Strategic Weapon Systems by utilizing Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies. The architect will develop and maintain SysML models, including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams, while performing functional decomposition, interface definition, and trade study analysis. Key responsibilities include managing requirements and integrating them with system models to support digital engineering initiatives. The position requires proficiency with Cameo Systems Modeler, DOORS, and DOORS Next Generation. Candidates must demonstrate expertise in DoDAF architecture frameworks, Agile Development, and Systems and Test Engineering to communicate complex designs and champion MBSE adoption across the engineering organization.

Skills

MBSE SysML Cameo Systems Modeler DOORS DOORS Next Generation Agile DoDAF Requirements Management Systems Engineering Digital Engineering Trade Study Analysis Functional Decomposition Interface Definition AI

What you'll do

Lead the design and development of complex systems using Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies.
Develop and maintain SysML models including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams.
Perform functional decomposition, interface definition, and trade study analysis for complex systems.
Manage system requirements using tools like DOORS or DOORS Next Generation and integrate them with system models.
Apply DoDAF or similar architecture frameworks to support digital engineering initiatives.
Identify opportunities to apply MBSE and AI-driven approaches for continuous process improvement.
Communicate complex system designs to stakeholders using MBSE models.

What we're looking for

U.S. citizenship is required.
Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire.
Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related field plus 10 years of relevant experience is required.
Master's degree plus 8 years of relevant experience is required.
Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) including hands-on experience with Cameo Systems Modeler (preferred).
Experience as an MBSE Architect (preferred).
Ability to develop and maintain SysML models including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams (preferred).
Experience applying MBSE to architect complex systems including functional decomposition and trade study analysis (preferred).