Model Based Systems Engineer

Actalent; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 69,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401(k)

Life Insurance

Disability

HSA

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent in Houston, TX, is seeking a Model Based Systems Engineer to develop and maintain MBSE representations for aerospace and communication systems. You will define CONOPS, use cases, architectures, and ensure traceability across the lifecycle.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in MBSE with Rhapsody/Cameo, and hands-on systems engineering in space projects. Join a growing team shaping MBSE standards, workflows, and best practices on challenging programs.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of MBSE architecture experience using Rhapsody, Cameo, or similar modeling environments.
• Experience in aerospace or communications systems domains.
• Space project experience and understanding of space system constraints and mission requirements.
• Experience across the full systems lifecycle (concepts, requirements, design support, integration, and V&V).
• Crewed spaceflight modeling experience and MBSE methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Model system requirements using MBSE tools to create clear, consistent representations.
• Define CONOPS, use cases, and system architectures and link these elements within the MBSE tool environment.
• Use Jira and Jama to maintain requirements traceability from definition through design, integration, and V&V.
• Develop and refine architecture definitions and product breakdown structures for aerospace and communication systems.
• Implement system architectures into MBSE models ensuring alignment with requirements and behavior.
• Drive requirements development for verification and validation and integrate V&V activities into models.
• Support systems engineering activities across concepts, requirements, design, integration, and V&V.
• Contribute MBSE expertise to human spaceflight and space project initiatives with safety considerations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to communicate system behavior and interfaces through model-based artifacts.
• Help build MBSE capability by establishing standards, templates, and workflows.

Skills

MBSE architecture

Systems engineering

Space project experience

Communication skills

Tools

Rhapsody

Cameo

Jira

Jama

Job description

Job Description

The Model Based Systems Engineer develops and maintains model-based representations of complex aerospace and communication systems using leading MBSE tools. This role defines concepts of operations, use cases, and architectures, and implements them within modeling environments to support requirements traceability, system integration, and verification and validation activities across the full systems lifecycle.

Job Title: Model Based Systems Engineer

The Model Based Systems Engineer develops and maintains model-based representations of complex aerospace and communication systems using leading MBSE tools. This role defines concepts of operations, use cases, and architectures, and implements them within modeling environments to support requirements traceability, system integration, and verification and validation activities across the full systems lifecycle.

Responsibilities

• Model system requirements using MBSE tools such as CAMEO or Rhapsody to create clear, consistent, and maintainable system representations.
• Define concepts of operations (CONOPS), use cases, and system architectures and accurately link these elements within the MBSE tool environment.
• Utilize Jira and Jama to maintain robust requirements traceability from initial definition through design, integration, and verification and validation.
• Develop and refine architecture definitions and product breakdown structures that support complex aerospace and communication systems.
• Implement system architectures into MBSE models, ensuring alignment between the architecture, requirements, and system behavior.
• Drive requirements development for verification and validation (V&V) and ensure appropriate integration of V&V activities into the system models.
• Support systems engineering activities across the full lifecycle, including concepts, requirements, design support, integration, and V&V.
• Contribute MBSE expertise to human spaceflight and space project initiatives, ensuring models reflect mission needs and safety considerations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to communicate system behavior, interfaces, and requirements through model-based artifacts.
• Help build and shape an emerging MBSE capability by establishing best practices, standards, and workflows within the organization.

Essential Skills

• 3+ years of hands-on MBSE architecture experience using software tools such as Rhapsody, Cameo, or similar modeling environments.
• Strong experience in systems engineering, particularly within aerospace or communication systems domains.
• Demonstrated experience working on space projects, with an understanding of space system constraints and mission requirements.
• Experience across the full systems lifecycle, including concepts, requirements, design support, integration, and verification and validation (V&V).
• Human spaceflight engineering experience, with familiarity in modeling requirements and architectures for crewed missions.
• Proficiency with MBSE methodologies and Model Based Systems Engineering practices.
• Practical experience using CAMEO and Rhapsody for system modeling and architecture development.
• Ability to use Jira and Jama to manage and trace requirements throughout the project lifecycle.
• Capability to define and document CONOPS, use cases, and architecture elements in a clear and structured manner.
• Strong communication skills to convey complex system concepts to diverse engineering stakeholders.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience working with human spaceflight programs and related engineering disciplines.
• Familiarity with tools and processes used in large aerospace or space station-related programs.
• Ability to establish and refine MBSE standards, templates, and guidelines within a growing team.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail in system modeling and requirements management.
• Collaborative mindset and willingness to support multiple programs and projects simultaneously.
• Interest in contributing to the development of an MBSE-focused team and capability within the organization.

Job Type & Location

This is a Permanent position based out of Houston, TX.

Pay And Benefits

The pay range for this position is $50.00 - $75.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Houston,TX. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Sep 29, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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