Model Based Systems Engineer

Outside Analytics has recently become a proud subsidiary of SMX, marking an exciting collaboration that enhances our collective capabilities to deliver cutting-edge digital transformation solutions. Are you interested in the next generation of Space Force Remote Sensing capabilities? At Outside Analytics we're on the ground floor of helping across the future remote sensing ecosystem across all orbital regimes (LEO, MEO, HEO, and GEO) We build, integrate, and operationally support our customer's emerging space-ground systems to include real-time data processing frameworks, sensor data processing, and data visualization. We are teamed with the most passionate companies in industry, dedicated to bringing best-of-breed capabilities to address our customers most pressing needs.

We have an opportunity for a Model Based Systems Engineer to be a part of the successful development of an integrated rapid ground system critical to national security. You will be a key member of a team that works closely with the Director of Engineering to develop solutions for an Enterprise Ground System. 

The ideal candidate will thrive in an environment where they can solve challenging engineering problems, a desire to work directly with customers, and the ability to inform and guide product development with a systems mindset. 

The approach to systems engineering for the Space Force National Defense mission embraces model-based systems engineering (MBSE), where a single digital model serves as the Authoritative Source of Truth (ASOT) for all vendors across the entire development lifecycle. Engineering documentation such as requirements, interface control documents, verification plans, architecture diagrams, and service implementation details are generated from this centralized model repository. The model integrates with spacecraft vendor models, to ensure end-to-end interoperability and effective communication across all stakeholders.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Provide Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) products, views, reports, and documents supporting the SOW and software development activities. Including:

• System / Subsystem requirements
• Use cases 
• Derived software requirements with traceability to System / Subsystem requirements
• Architecture and design structure and behavior 
• Internal and External interfaces
• Test cases with traceability to requirements for verification
• Conduct or support technical reviews with prime integrator and customer such as:
  • Technical Interchange Meetings 
  • Critical Design Review
  • Test Readiness Review 
• Backlog identification and grooming
• Define objectives, features and dependencies

Required Skills & Experience 

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, or computer science or an equivalent technical/scientific discipline and 8+ years of experience
• 5+ years of experience specifically in a systems engineer role on a U.S. government program  
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for coordinating between program managers, software developers, and other systems engineers
• U.S. Citizenship

Desired Skills & Experience 

• Product Design experience such as high-level and detailed software architecture definition, requirements analysis, definition and decomposition, use case analysis and definition, UI/UX design, and/or algorithm development
• Experience with Model Based Systems Engineering 
• Experience with Cameo
• Experience with automated test frameworks and CI/CD pipelines 
• Experience with Agile software development methodology
• Experience with tools such as Gitlab, Jenkins 
• Experience with AWS C2S and/or GovCloud
• Active DoD SECRET security clearance or higher

Application Deadline:  October 27, 2025

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The SMX salary determination process takes into account a number of factors, including but not limited to, geographic location, Federal Government contract labor categories, relevant prior work experience, specific skills, education and certifications. At SMX, one of our Core Values is to Invest in Our People so we offer a competitive mix of compensation, learning & development opportunities, and benefits. Some key components of our robust benefits include health insurance, paid leave, and retirement.

The proposed salary for this position is: $123,800—$206,300 USD

At SMX, we are a team of technical and domain experts dedicated to enabling your mission. From priority national security initiatives for the DoD to highly assured and compliant solutions for healthcare, we understand that digital transformation is key to your future success.

We share your vision for the future and strive to accelerate your impact on the world. We bring both cutting edge technology and an expansive view of what's possible to every engagement. Our delivery model and unique approaches harness our deep technical and domain knowledge, providing forward-looking insights and practical solutions to power secure mission acceleration.

SMX is an Equal Opportunity employer including disabilities and veterans.

Selected applicant may be subject to a background investigation and/or education verification.

SMX does not sponsor a new applicant for employment authorization or immigration related support for this position (i.e. H1B, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, J-1, TN, E-2, E-3, L-1 and O-1, or any EADs or other forms of work authorization that require immigration support from an employer).

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