Junior MBSE Engineer

PeopleTec; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Equal Employment Opportunity practices

Accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities

Job summary

PeopleTec in Huntsville, AL is seeking a Junior MBSE Engineer to develop SysML-based models supporting aviation mission systems and digital backend architectures. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years of experience in Systems Engineering or a related discipline.

Responsibilities include supporting requirements analysis, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and producing technical documentation. A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and familiarity with MBSE tools are required for this role.

Qualifications

• 2-5 years of experience in related engineering disciplines.
• Familiarity with SysML and MBSE concepts.
• Experience using MBSE tools.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop SysML-based system models for aviation mission systems.
• Support requirements analysis and validation activities.
• Assist with system architectures and design artifacts.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to ensure model fidelity.

Skills

Systems Engineering

MBSE

Digital Engineering

Aerospace Engineering

Analytical skills

Problem-solving skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related STEM discipline

Tools

SysML

Cameo Systems Modeler

MagicDraw

Git

Job description

Junior MBSE Engineer (Digital Backbone / Aviation Systems)

Location: Huntsville, AL

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain SysML-based system models supporting aviation mission systems, digital backbone architectures, and system integration activities.
• Support requirements analysis, decomposition, traceability, verification, and validation activities within MBSE environments.
• Assist with development of system architectures, operational views, interface definitions, and design artifacts.
• Support modeling and analysis of TSN, DBB, DDS, and other aviation networking and mission system technologies.
• Develop Component Design Models (CDMs), System Design Models (SDMs), and architecture artifacts supporting MOSA-aligned system development.
• Participate in system design reviews, architecture reviews, integration activities, and technical interchange meetings.
• Collaborate with software, network, cybersecurity, avionics, and test engineering teams to ensure model fidelity and requirements traceability.
• Support digital engineering initiatives including digital thread, digital twin, and model-based verification approaches.
• Produce technical documentation, engineering artifacts, presentations, and reports supporting customer and internal engineering activities.
• Support demonstrations, customer engagements, and system integration events.

Qualifications

Required Skills/Experience

• 2‑5 years of experience in Systems Engineering, MBSE, Digital Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related disciplines.
• Familiarity with SysML and MBSE concepts including requirements, behavior, structural modeling, and traceability.
• Experience using MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler or MagicDraw.
• Understanding of systems engineering principles and the systems development lifecycle.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary engineering teams.
• Interest in aviation systems, mission systems integration, digital engineering, or model‑based development approaches.
• Familiarity with Git, configuration management, or collaborative engineering environments is desired.
• Willingness to travel approximately 10%.
• Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• An active DoD Secret clearance is required at hire and must be maintained during employment.

Education Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM discipline.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with Time‑Sensitive Networking (TSN), Digital Backbone (DBB), Data Distribution Service (DDS), or distributed mission system architectures.
• Experience with Army, DoD, aviation, or mission systems programs.
• Familiarity with MOSA, FACE, Future Vertical Lift (FVL), Integrated Modular Avionics (IMA), or digital backbone initiatives.
• Exposure to Component Design Models (CDMs), System Design Models (SDMs), architecture frameworks, or digital engineering governance.
• Knowledge of avionics standards including DO‑178C, DO‑254, MIL‑STD‑1553, ARINC 429, ARINC 653, ARINC 661, or ARINC 664 (AFDX).
• Experience supporting Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop (HWIL), Software‑in‑the‑Loop (SWIL), System Integration Labs (SIL), or test environments.
• Programming or scripting experience using Python, MATLAB, or similar languages.
• Familiarity with digital twins, digital thread concepts, or model‑based verification and validation.
• Experience supporting requirements management tools such as DOORS or Jama.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and contribute within complex engineering environments.

PeopleTec, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following email address, [e-mail] and/or phone number (256.319.3800) to contact us about your interest in employment with PeopleTec, Inc.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. PeopleTec, Inc. participates in E‑Verify.