Senior Digital Systems Engineer — Space & Defense (TS)

Socket.dev; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 135,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Stellar Solutions in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Digital Systems Engineer to support development of space vehicles and missions, applying MBSE, system architecture, and digital engineering tools to deliver fast, mission-critical capabilities.

The role requires deep DoD/IC experience, Top Secret clearance eligibility, and ability to travel up to 30%. This full-time on-site position offers competitive salary and benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum of ten years of DoD/IC or industry experience.
• Experience applying digital engineering tools and methods.
• Experience with model-based systems engineering tools (Cameo, Sparx, Rhapsody).
• Proficiency with SysML or UML for requirements and architecture.
• Experience with modeling and simulation applications.
• Background in DoD program management and acquisition activities.
• Engineering degree from ABET-accredited program or PE license; MA/MS/ME preferred.
• Active clearance or eligibility; willingness for polygraph and travel.

Responsibilities

• Support design, interpretation, and analysis of complex space programs.
• Lead or support technical programs requiring engineering oversight.
• Develop and evaluate system architectures using MBSE methodologies.
• Implement and improve digital engineering systems and tools.
• Lead verification, validation, and testing within a digital environment.
• Coordinate with government teams to align activities with milestones.
• Advise on risks to performance, schedule, and cost.
• Provide technical leadership for major projects.

Skills

Digital engineering

Model-based systems engineering

System architecture

MBSE tools usage

SysML/UML

Cross-disciplinary collaboration

Communication to leadership

Education

ABET-accredited engineering program

Professional Engineer license

Master's degree in Engineering

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

Sparx Enterprise Architect

Rhapsody

MATLAB/Simulink

Job description

Stellar Solutions in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Digital Systems Engineer to support development of space vehicles and missions, applying MBSE, system architecture, and digital engineering tools to deliver fast, mission-critical capabilities.

The role requires deep DoD/IC experience, Top Secret clearance eligibility, and ability to travel up to 30%. This full-time on-site position offers competitive salary and benefits.