Systems Engineer

Kittyhawktech; Virginia; On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Kitty Hawk Technologies is seeking a Systems Engineer in the Dahlgren, Virginia area to support DoD customers with MBSE modeling using SysML and Cameo System Modeler. This on-site role emphasizes rigorous, results-driven work and clear communication within a structured team environment.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years of MBSE experience, a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field, and an active TS/SCI clearance or TS with SCI eligibility.

Qualifications

• Five or more years of MBSE experience using SysML and Cameo System Modeler.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical discipline.
• Active TS/SCI or TS with SCI eligibility required.
• Experience with DoDAF and UAF architecture frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Support Navy modeling efforts as part of a team.
• Develop mission architectures showing System of System interactions.
• Create system representations using ASOT and ensure traceability.
• Collaborate with Navy MBSE projects to align ontologies.
• Maintain configuration management of models using CM processes.
• Adhere to SysML, UAF, and project style guidance.
• Prepare technical presentations and papers on model development.
• Work independently with minimal supervision in a team setting.

Skills

MBSE

SysML

Cameo System Modeler

Teamwork Cloud

DoDAF/UAF

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Teamwork Cloud

Job description

Kitty Hawk Technologies, a growing service and technology innovator, is seeking talented and motivated professionals to deliver lean and effective solutions to our government partners. We have an immediate opening for a Systems Engineer to join our team. This position will provide an opportunity to develop the innovative technology that supports some of our nation’s most important defense initiatives. Kitty Hawk employees work closely with our customers to develop solutions that support national engineering and security missions, and the ideal candidate will support our team in providing program support to the Department of Defense (DoD). In addition to receiving a competitive salary and health benefits, the Systems Engineer will join a motivated, talented, and technically accomplished team. The employee will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded.

Candidates must be results oriented and have the ability to work in a well-organized, logical and systematic manner. They will set clear objectives, monitor progress, take corrective action and control performance levels to maintain high internal customer satisfaction. They will possess deep insight into customer requirements and will maintain the ability to ethically influence those requirements. They will be able to clearly define and clearly articulate compelling solutions and will require an ability to quickly assimilate and apply complex technical information.

Kitty Hawk Technologies is currently seeking a Systems Engineer with five (5) or more years of experience with Cameo System Modeler in support of Engineering Services to work in the Dahlgren, Virginia area

Key Responsibilities

• Works as part of a team to support Navy modeling efforts
• Develops mission architectures in collaboration with government customers to represent System of System and System interactions
• Develops system representations using authoritative sources of truth (ASOT) and defines traceability within the model(s) to source data
• Collaborates with other Navy MBSE projects to support alignment initiatives through common ontology or project usages
• Maintains configuration management of models using Teamwork Cloud or other project defined CM Process
• Adheres to existing project SysML, UAF, and project specific style guidance
• Participates in recurring Technical Exchange Meetings to align model development with project milestones and requirements
• Participates in MBSE Community of Practice (CoP) to support project alignment to Navy initiatives
• Prepares technical presentations, briefings, and papers to address model development status
• Works independently with minimal supervision/oversight in a team environment

Requirements

Required Qualifications

• Five (5) or more years of experience in model-based systems engineering (MBSE) using SysML and Cameo System Modeler
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering, scientific, or related technical discipline
• Active Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility or active TS/SCI is required
• Experience with industry- standard architecture and modeling languages (SysML) and frameworks (DoDAF, UAF)
• Effective oral and written communication skills. Proficient with MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Must be a quick learner who adapts easily to frequently changing requirements and thrives in an exciting environment

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with Teamwork Cloud
• Experience with US Navy, Joint, and/or DoD engineering efforts
• Experience of integrating technologies into operational- level architectures
• Experience working alongside operational forces
• Exercise independent judgment and work autonomously with minimal supervision
• Strong written and oral communication skills, the ability and willingness to multi-task, and capable of professionally addressing client questions and issues

Work Posture

• Must be committed to working on-site at the Kitty Hawk office or government customer facility. Flexible work arrangement may be available as dictated by customer support requirements

Travel

• Some travel may be required for this position