Engineer Model-Based

Jobtailor; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Newport News, VA seeks an experienced MBSE Engineer to lead requirements, design, and deployment of digital twin-enabled ship systems. You will guide cross-functional teams, apply MBSE methodologies, manage lifecycle data, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Experience with MBSE tools, PLM, and digital thread concepts is essential; ABET-accredited engineering degree required. Join a team driving digital transformation in complex naval programs.

Qualifications

• MBSE methodologies applied to design, analysis, verification, and validation of complex ship systems.
• Lead a project and be accountable for all aspects of project management.
• Familiar with PLM environments and data like IPDE/FCDE, and product modeling processes.
• Develop and maintain system models using tools such as CAMEO, MagicDraw, MATLAB/Simulink.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate best practices across engineering disciplines.
• Support the development and management of system requirements, interfaces, and architecture.

Responsibilities

• Defines the requirements to design, develop, build, and maintain MBSE tools, processes and data architecture.
• Analyzes capabilities of existing and proposed systems and develops technical specifications.
• Leads stakeholders to design secure digital solutions and communicate results to leadership.
• Develops long-range objectives and strategic plans for digital engineering innovations and documents results.
• Generates business case analyses to pursue digital enterprise opportunities.
• Conducts research and tests new digital twin approaches and processes.

Skills

MBSE

Project Management

Digital Twin Development

Systems Modeling

Data Architecture

Technical Analysis

Requirements Management

Trade Studies

Simulation Techniques

Design Verification

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (ABET accredited)

Tools

CAMEO

MagicDraw

MATLAB/Simulink

Siemens TcU/NX

Simcenter

Mendix

MPP

SAP

IPDE

FCDE

Job description

Responsibilities

• Defines the requirements to design, develop, build, and maintain the tools, processes and data architecture of a Model Based Enterprise.
• Analyzes capabilities of existing and proposed systems, and develops technical, structural, and organizational specifications.
• Leads internal and external stakeholders through determining conditions and designing fully functional and secure digital solutions.
• Develops long-range objectives and strategic plans for digital engineering innovations, and effectively communicates documented data and results to necessary stakeholders.
• Generates and presents business case analyses to executive leadership to pursue digital enterprise opportunities.
• Enables digital transformation efforts by conducting research, driving new technical approaches and processes, as well as developing and managing testing of functionality.
• Supports projects in the MBe Innovation Cell (iCELL).
• Leverages model-based systems engineering (MBSE) techniques to support the lifecycle management process to develop, test, and implement innovative engineering & design solutions of complex shipbuilding projects.
• Interfaces with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders at all levels of leadership.
• Supports the SSN(X) new Submarine design, and FORD Class Carrier with a focus on the use of a model-based environment to develop a comprehensive framework for digital twin value assessment and analysis processes.
• Defines "what" and to "what level" digital twins should be considered for NNS programs followed by the "How" to manage digital twin maturity states.

Requirements

• 9 Years with Bachelors in Science;
• 7 Years with Masters;
• 4 Years with PhD.
• Newport News Shipbuilding requires a Bachelor’s Degree in engineering from an ABET accredited program.
• Apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to support design, analysis, verification, and validation of complex ship systems
• Able to lead a project and be responsible for all aspects of project management
• Familiar with product lifecycle management (PLM), data environments like IPDE or FCDE, and product modeling processes
• Develop and maintain systems models using tools such as CAMEO, MagicDraw, MATLAB/Simulink, or similar
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate best practices across various engineering disciplines
• Support the development and management of system requirements, interfaces, and architecture
• Conduct trade studies and analyses to evaluate design options and optimize system performance
• Ensure compliance with industry standards, regulatory requirements, and NNS processes
• Communicate complex technical information effectively to stakeholders at all levels
• Working knowledge of various tools such as Siemens TcU/NX, Simcenter, Mendix, MPP, SAP, etc
• Participate in design reviews, technical interchange activities, and program planning activities
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of MBSE processes and tools within the organization
• Experience with digital twin, simulation, and digital thread concept
• Familiarity with Navy shipbuilding programs and requirements
• Experience in project management and leading engineering teams

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies, project management, and digital transformation strategies to develop and implement innovative engineering solutions. Proficient in utilizing advanced tools and technologies to support complex shipbuilding projects and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Hard Skills

• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
• Project Management
• Digital Twin Development
• Systems Modeling
• Data Architecture
• Technical Analysis
• Requirements Management
• Trade Studies
• Simulation Techniques
• Design Verification

Soft Skills

• Effective Communication
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Cross-Functional Collaboration
• Leadership
• Continuous Improvement

Certifications & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• ABET Accreditation

Tools & Technologies

• CAMEO
• MagicDraw
• MATLAB/Simulink
• Siemens TcU/NX
• Simcenter
• Mendix
• MPP
• SAP
• IPDE
• FCDE