Senior MBSE Modeler

University of Dayton; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

Retirement contributions

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

A research institution in Dayton is seeking a Senior Model-Based Systems Engineering Modeler to utilize MBSE methodologies in support of national security, contributing to transformative research. The role requires extensive experience in systems and software engineering, model management, and collaboration across engineering teams. Competitive benefits and a commitment to diversity enhance this unique opportunity.

Qualifications

• 10 years in Systems Engineering or related field.
• 5 years hands-on experience with MBSE methodologies and tools.
• Strong understanding of software development processes.
• 5 years experience modeling data structures and flows.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage MBSE models including SysML/UML.
• Define data flows across multiple sources.
• Collaborate with software teams to translate MBSE artifacts into actionable tasks.
• Drive software development by ensuring accurate representation of requirements.

Skills

Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies

Software development processes (Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD)

Excellent communication skills

Data structures and integrations

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Systems Engineering or related field

Tools

Cameo/MagicDraw

Rhapsody

Enterprise Architect

Capella

Job description

Apply now Job No: 503103

Work Type: Staff Full Time (1500 hours or greater) • Location: Dayton, OH • Category: Research Institute Staff • Department: Applied Digital Solutions - 250612 • Pay Grade: R3 - Exempt • Advertised: October 01, 2025 • Applications close: (date provided in posting)

Overview

Join the University of Dayton Research Institute (UDRI) as a Senior Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Modeler where you will bring your MBSE expertise to transform data integration and software lifecycles into powerful system models. Located in Dayton, Ohio, you will contribute to cutting-edge research that directly impacts national security and technological advancement. UDRI offers an exceptional work environment with comprehensive benefits including health coverage, retirement contributions, and professional development opportunities.

We are seeking an experienced Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Modeler to bridge systems engineering, software engineering, and data management using MBSE methodologies to drive development decisions, improve traceability, and ensure system alignment with mission and stakeholder needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and manage MBSE models (e.g., SysML/UML) to capture system architectures, interfaces, behaviors, and requirements.
• Define and model data flows across multiple sources, ensuring consistency, interoperability, and alignment with enterprise-level architectures.
• Collaborate with software engineering teams to translate MBSE artifacts into actionable software development tasks and architectures.
• Drive software development activities by ensuring requirements, constraints, and interfaces are accurately represented in the system model.
• Establish traceability between system requirements, MBSE models, and software implementation.
• Support integration of modeling tools with software development environments, CI/CD pipelines, and data management systems.
• Facilitate cross-disciplinary collaboration between systems engineers, software developers, and data engineers.
• Provide technical expertise in model governance, configuration management, and MBSE adoption best practices.
• Support clients in understanding Air Force Digital Materiel Management (DMM) requirements and guidance by applying advanced technical concepts to solve complex problems.
• Provide technical direction for junior engineers, project managers, and technicians as a subject matter expert, supporting DMM efforts as needed.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 10 years in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 5 years hands-on experience with MBSE methodologies and tools (e.g., Cameo/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect, Capella) for software or hardware.
• Strong understanding of software development processes (Agile, DevSecOps, CI/CD).
• 5 years experience modeling data structures, flows, and integrations across heterogeneous systems.
• Proven ability to use MBSE to drive decision-making in software development projects.
• Knowledge of system-of-systems architectures, digital engineering practices, and model integration standards (SysML, UPDM, UAF, DoDAF).
• Understanding of requirements derivation, flow down, and management.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills across engineering domains; attention to detail.
• Due to contractual requirements, candidates must be U.S. citizens.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in engineering, Computer Science, or related field; MBA
• 12 years of experience in Systems Engineering
• Experience in government, defense, or aerospace programs
• Familiarity with cloud-based architectures, APIs, and data exchange standards
• Experience connecting MBSE models to simulation environments or digital twins
• Demonstrated success in championing MBSE adoption within software teams
• Experience leading small technical teams
• Active Security Clearance

Special Instructions to Applicants

To apply, please submit a cover letter addressing each minimum qualification and any applicable preferred qualifications that you meet.

Closing Statement

Informed by its Catholic and Marianist mission, the University is committed to the dignity of every human being. The University seeks to increase diversity in all forms, achieve fair outcomes, and model inclusion. Policies of affirmative action apply to increase employment opportunities of individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in compliance with the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and Vietnam Era Veterans' Readjustment Assistance Act of 1973.

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