Principal Engineer

DCS Corp; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corp in Dayton, OH seeks a senior MBSE engineer to design and advance model-based systems engineering pipelines supporting NASIC missions. The role requires independent work and leadership of junior MBSE engineers to deliver robust system models and analyses.

Candidates should have active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility, a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field, and 12+ years of related experience. Expect collaboration with SME teams and direct interface with DoD clients.

Qualifications

• US Citizenship required due to DoD contract.
• Active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance with SCI eligibility required.
• Bachelor’s degree in systems/engineering (or closely related field) with 12+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop MBSE pipelines and reference models for NASIC/NSIC support.
• Perform system analysis and oversee MBSE engineering work.
• Lead junior MBSE engineers and coordinate with project teams.
• Produce analysis reports and briefings for internal and external stakeholders.
• Collaborate with DoD architectures and frameworks (DoDAF/UAF).

Skills

MBSE

System modeling

SysML

Programming: Java/C++/Python

DoD security clearance

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Systems/Engineering

Tools

SysML tools

Modeling tools

DoDAF/UAF

Job description

DCS is an employee-owned organization with a reputation for agile and efficient development of technology solutions for U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets. We continue to provide innovative solutions with our multidisciplinary teams formed with exceptional employees. The DCS Air and Space Technology Sector are seeking a qualified candidate to apply advanced knowledge in the areas of MBSE engineering, computer science, and information technology for the technical design, development, and maintenance of complex programming projects supporting the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC).

As a member of our team, you will support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) efforts in Dayton, OH. This offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state-of-the-art technologies and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop solutions to unique client needs in research and development to improve the performance envelope of software and/or hardware systems and architecture, as well as processing performance.

Model systems and employ those models in direct support of the NASIC/NSIC mission. Candidates will also contribute to the design and development of AI/ML pipelines that assist analysts in generating, validating, and enhancing model‑based systems engineering (MBSE) products, enabling more efficient model creation, improved data consistency, and accelerated analytic workflows. Candidates will lead the efforts of junior model-based systems engineers. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a technical team and have effective oral and written communication skills. Successful candidates will have strong problem‑solving and critical‑thinking skills.

Essential Job Functions:

• Assist in the development of AI/ML automated MBSE pipelines from the analyst perspective.
• Create system reference models.
• Perform and lead system analysis.
• Supervise the efforts of other model-based systems engineers.
• Write analysis reports and develop briefings.
• Work independently and in a team environment.

Required Skills:

• Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Applicants must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance, with SCI eligibility.
• At a minimum, hold a bachelor’s degree in systems, electrical, aerospace, software, or mechanical engineering or similar degree with 12 or more years of relevant experience.

Desired Skills:

• Master’s degree in engineering field or related certifications such as OCSMP Certifications, INCOSE CSEP, or Project Management PMP (among others).
• Knowledge of the SysML 2.0 language update and experience translating models from SysML 1.x to 2.0.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Java, C++, or Python.
• Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other architecture frameworks.
• Knowledge of aerospace/defense systems and processes.
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation (M&S) tools and practices.
• Master’s degree in engineering field or related certifications such as OCSMP Certifications, INCOSE CSEP, or Project Management PMP (among others).
• Knowledge of SysML 2.0.
• Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Java, C++, or Python.
• Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other architecture frameworks.
• Ability to analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes.
• Knowledge of aerospace/defense systems and processes.
• Architecture & Modeling: SysML v1 and v2, Model Center, STK, UML, IBM Rhapsody, Cameo/MagicDraw,
• Project leadership and client interface skills