Space Systems Engineer (Intelligence Center)

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The MITRE Corporation's National Space Program operates at the intersection of technological innovation and deep domain expertise. Our mission is to engineer end-to-end solutions for organizations developing, deploying, and operating next-generation space capabilities. By leveraging systems engineering, advanced analytics, and cross-cutting research, we mitigate risk and accelerate modernization across the entire space life cycle. Ultimately, the National Space Program serves as a foundation for global mission assurance. By reinforcing the digital and physical infrastructure underpinning space superiority, we empower operators to execute their objectives with absolute confidence-ensuring the success of critical national security, civil, and defense missions.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Research, develop and analyze systems CONOPs, architecture and design models using various modeling languages including SysML, UAFML, BPMN, RAAML, OWL, and others to support customers that acquire, develop, integrate, and operate de systems at all levels of abstraction including the enterprise, mission, functional, logical levels, physical levels.
• Develop model patterns, libraries, templates, and patterns for reuse across projects and programs.
• Advise customers on the selection and MBSE methods, languages, and toolsets that meet their systems engineering lifecycle use cases.
• Develop training material, papers, and presentations on DE/MBSE topics of interest

Basic Qualifications:

• Typically requires a minimum of 10 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 8 years and a Master's degree; or 5 years and a PhD
• Bachelor's degree in relevant engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems, Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical field.
• Proficient with one or more MBSE modeling languages (SysML, UAFML, LML, etc.), methodologies (OOSEM, SysMOD, MagicGrid, etc.), and tools (Cameo, Sparx, Rhapsody, GENESYS, etc.).
• Experience in all aspects of space systems engineering, including architecture, engineering design, and engineering analysis. Familiarity with architecture frameworks (DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF).
• Knowledge of core space system segments (space, ground, transport, launch, etc.) at the enterprise, SoS, system, and subsystem levels.
• Ability to clearly explain complex concepts to customers and fellow employees.
• A self-starter who can lead the technical work of DE/MBSE project teams and spearhead new efforts.
• Ability to coordinate efforts and work with other internal and external organizations.
• Demonstrate flexibility and ability to adapt to changing program office sponsor and customer needs.
• Active TS/SCI clearance with a polygraph
• U.S. Citizenship required
• This position has an on-site requirement of 5 days a week on-site

Preferred Qualifications:

• Masters of Science or Ph.D. degree in a relevant engineering discipline (Aerospace, Systems Electrical, Mechanical, etc.), Computer Science, or related technical discipline
• Experience with developing ontology or semantic data models
• Knowledge of graph theory and graph database, analysis, and visualization tools
• Possess knowledge of digital engineering concepts and practical experience developing digital engineering strategies and execution plans.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Possess strong organizational, time management and project management skills.
• Problem-solving, analytical, and innovation mindset.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

This requisition requires the candidate to have a minimum of the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI/Polygraph

This requisition requires the hired candidate to have or obtain, within one year from the date of hire, the following clearance(s):

Top Secret/SCI/Polygraph

Salary compensation range and midpoint:

$162,400 - $203,000 - $243,600 Annual

Work Location Type:

Onsite

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local or international law.

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