Systems Analyst III

AeroVironment; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

AeroVironment is seeking a Systems Analyst III to support the MDA Chief Engineer (MDA/CE) in transforming engineering approaches. The role emphasizes MBSE and model-based techniques to move away from document-driven engineering.

Responsibilities include developing system models, leveraging MBSE tools, and coordinating cross-team collaboration to build a robust modeling backbone for future programs. A strong MBSE background and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Strong MBSE experience.
• Experience with interface or interoperability engineering domains.

Responsibilities

• Assist with capturing and developing new system models to become the backbone for how MDA will approach future engineering efforts.
• Leverage your skills with a variety of MBSE tools.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to collaborate on models.

Skills

MBSE experience

Team collaboration

System engineering

Interoperability

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

SysML

Cameo

MathWorks Simulink

MATLAB

Visio

ModelCenter

Job description

Worker Type

Regular

Job Description

AV is looking for a highly talented Systems Analyst III to join our team! In this role you will support the MDA Chief Engineer (MDA/CE) in transforming the way in which the agency approaches engineering. The ideal candidate has strong experience working with Model-based Systems Engineering (MBSE) tools and is interested in utilizing those tools to help move the agency away from document-driven engineering.

• Assist with capturing and developing new system models to become the backbone for how MDA will approach future engineering efforts.
• Leverage your skills with a variety of MBSE tools.
• Coordinate with internal and external teams to collaborate on models.

Required:

• Bachelor's Degree.
• 7+ years of relevant experience.
• Active Secret Clearance.
• Strong MBSE experience.
• Ability to excel in a team setting.
• Experience with Interface or Interoperability engineering domains.

Desired:

• Expertise in MBSE Tools (SysML, Cameo, MathWorks Simulink, MATLAB, Visio, ModelCenter, etc.).
• MDA Experience.
• Expertise in command and control (C2), data transport, Position, Navigation and Timing (PNT), or interoperability.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee. See 22 CFR § 120.15. Some positions will require current U.S. Citizenship due to contract requirements.

Benefits

AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule and a paid holiday shutdown. For more information about our company benefit offerings please visit: http://www.avinc.com/myavbenefits .

We also encourage you to review our company website at http://www.avinc.com to learn more about us.

Who We Are

Based in California, AeroVironment (AVAV) is a global leader in unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Founded in 1971 by celebrated physicist and engineer, Dr. Paul MacCready, we’ve been at the leading edge of technical innovation for more than 45 years. Be a part of the team that developed the world’s most widely used military drones and created the first submarine-launched reconnaissance drone, and has seven innovative vehicles that are part of the Smithsonian Institution’s permanent collection in Washington, DC.

Join us today in developing the next generation of small UAS and tactical missile systems that will deliver more actionable intelligence to our customers so they can proceed with certainty - and succeed.

Building on a history of technological innovation, AeroVironment designs, develops, produces, and supports an advanced portfolio of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and tactical missile systems. Agencies of the U.S. Department of Defense and allied military services use the company’s hand-launched UAS to provide situational awareness to tactical operating units through real-time, airborne reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition.

We are proud to be an EEO/AA Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/veterans. AeroVironment, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic data, sexual orientation, gender identity or other legally protected status.

ITAR

About AV

AV isn’t for everyone. We hire the curious, the relentless, the mission-obsessed. The best of the best.

We don’t just build defense technology—we redefine what’s possible. As the premier autonomous systems company in the U.S., AV delivers breakthrough capabilities across air, land, sea, space, and cyber. From AI-powered drones and loitering munitions to integrated autonomy and space resilience, our technologies shape the future of warfare and protect those who serve.

Founded by legendary innovator Dr. Paul MacCready, AV has spent over 50 years pushing the boundaries of what unmanned systems can do. Our heritage includes seven platforms in the Smithsonian—but we’re not building history, we’re building what’s next.

If you're ready to build technology that matters—with speed, scale, and purpose—there’s no better place to do it than AV.

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