MBSE Engineer (III to Senior), Space & Missile Defense Systems
This posting asks for U.S. citizenship. It also names a Top Secret clearance.
About the role
Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.
OUR MISSION
True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors - enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.
OUR VALUES
- Be the offset. We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.
- What would it take? We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.
- It’s the people. Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.
BENEFITS & PERKS *
- Best-in-class healthcare: 100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options
- Generous time off: Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave
- Fuel for your day: Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees
- And more: 401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays
- Equity participation: Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.
*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles
YOUR MISSION
True Anomaly is seeking an MBSE Engineer in support of space and missile defense programs. This individual will serve as a technical SME for Cameo-based MBSE model development and SysML best practices, contributing to the development of digital thread architecture and ecosystem operation. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing system models across complex space and missile defense programs, while also assisting with digital thread architecture development and being involved in systems engineering processes in alignment with Department of Defense (DoD) /Department of War ( DoW ) policies and industry standards. This includes developing and managing models created organically , working with subcontractors and evaluating their work, and integrat ing models provided externally f ro m partners and the U.S. Government. This position will report to the Digital Thread Architect /Director of Digital Engineering.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Serve as a Cameo MBSE SME, providing technical leadership, mentoring, and governance for SysML-based system models
- Develop, maintain, and integrate MBSE artifacts supporting space systems, spacecraft, satellites, and missile defense weapon systems
- Work closely with the Systems Engineering team in capturing the full-spectrum of activities using model-based approaches, including: Requirements analysis and traceability
- Functional and logical architecture development
- Interface definition and system decomposition
- Verification and validation modeling
- Support System of Systems Engineering activities and model integration
- Apply and tailor MBSE practices in accordance with DoDI 5000.97, DoDI 5000.88, DoD Digital Engineering and Systems Engineering guidance documents, industry standards, recommended practices, and internal engineering requirements
- Utilize the Cameo platform to create and manage a model-based, authoritative representation of system requirements, architecture, behavior, interfaces, and verification to enable traceability, trade studies, business and technical decisions, and lifecycle decision-making for complex systems.
- Assist in integrating MBSE models with enterprise PLM tools, including Teamcenter, Jama, NX CAD, and other data systems, to enable lifecycle data continuity
- Help develop, refine, and deploy Systems Engineering processes and MBSE workflows across programs
- Collaborate within Agile development environments, supporting incremental delivery and continuous integration of system models
- Support classified programs, ensuring compliance with security requirements and configuration management practices
- Contribute to proposal efforts, technical reviews, and customer engagements related to MBSE, Systems Engineering, and Digital Engineering
- Assist in developing, implementing and sustaining Digital Engineering and Digital Thread concepts across engineering and all lifecycle phases
- Perform other MBSE and Systems Engineering related tasks as required
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline
- 5+ years of direct Cameo modeling experience, with strong experience and working knowledge of SysML, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Engineering, and System of Systems engineering
- Familiarity with MBSE best practices and real-world implementation
- Experience using system modeling tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Cameo Simulation Toolkit, or similar
- Experience with Systems Engineering for aircraft, space systems, spacecraft, satellites, missile systems, threat systems, kill vehicles, ground stations, or missile defense systems
- Experience with process development and deployment in engineering and environments
- Familiarity with Agile methodologies
- Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance
PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
- Master’s degree in a related engineering or technical field
- More than one year of program experience working in a structured Agile environment
- Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs
- Familiar with AFSIM and/or SpaceDEN
- Developing digital twin and/or virtual twins
- Experience influencing or assisting with digital thread architectures
- Familiar with DoDI 5000.97, DoD Style Guide for MBSE, and other DoD documents, processes, and practices related to digital engineering and MBSE
- Documented completion of Lockheed Martin Systems Engineering Bootcamp Training
- Hands-on skills in software programming (Python, C++, etc.), utilizing Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AI/ML)
- Experience in reliability engineering, predictive analytics, parametric models, probabilistic, point estimates, and deterministic modeling
- Utilize and participate in industry standards organizations and working groups (SAE, AIAA, IEEE, INCONSE, RAMS, etc.) to continuously assess and acquire the latest technological solutions and techniques
- Hands-on experience with Teamcenter for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)
- Active Top Secret security clearance
KEY COMPETENCIES
- Expert-levelproficiencyin Cameo MBSE modeling
- Strong understanding ofSysMLsemantics and best practices
- Firm understanding and experience in Digital Engineering development and sustainment
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Leadership in driving MBSE adoption and engineering transformation
- Strong collaboration skills across systems, software, hardware, and operations teams
- Attention to rigor, traceability, and compliance in regulated DoD environments
COMPENSATION
- Base Salary: III: $105,000 - $160,000
- Senior: $130,000- $195,000
- Equity + Benefits including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave
Your actual level and base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS
- Work Location - Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach.
- Work environment - the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.
- Physical demands - the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.
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To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) you must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State.
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The application
Your details and CV, then 4 questions (1 written).
- 1.Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?Yes or no
- 2.The person hired will have access to information and items controlled by the International Traffic in Arms Regulation (ITAR). To conform to U.S. Government space technology export regulations, including the ITAR, you must be a U.S. citizen,Pick one
- 3.If other, please provide details as it relates to ITAR eligibility. Answer N/A if not applicable.Written answer
- 4.Do you need, or will you need in the future, any immigration related support or sponsorship from True Anomaly in order to begin or continue employment with True Anomaly? This includes support (such as J-1, F-1, CPT letter or STEM OPT TrainiYes or no
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