Systems Engineer 3

Caribou Thunder

Colorado Springs (CO)

On-site

USD 110,000 - 130,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Premium Health Insurance

401(k) with 6% Company Match

Flexible PTO & Work Schedule

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Job summary

Caribou Thunder is seeking a Systems Engineer 3 in Colorado Springs to drive MBSE-based systems engineering for advanced missile defense modeling. You will lead requirements derivation, develop MBSE models, and collaborate across multidisciplinary teams to ensure engineering solutions align with customer goals.

Ideal candidates have MBSE expertise, experience with Python/MATLAB/C++, and the ability to travel up to 10% while maintaining security clearances.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM discipline with 5 years of related experience; OR
Master's degree in a STEM discipline with 3 years; OR
PhD in STEM with 1 year of related experience.

Responsibilities

Lead requirements derivation and capability analysis translating mission needs into technical solutions.
Develop and maintain MBSE models supporting system architecture, traceability, verification, and software development.
Research missile defense architectures, space-based sensing technologies, threat trajectories, and operational capabilities.
Collaborate with software and modeling teams to ensure alignment with program objectives and customer requirements.
Develop and refine systems engineering processes, workflows, and technical procedures.

Skills

MBSE concepts

Python

MATLAB

C++

Requirements development

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Master's degree in STEM

PhD in STEM

Tools

Cameo Systems Modeler

MagicDraw

Job description

Systems Engineer 3

Mid-Level | $110,000 - $130,000 | Travel Up to 10% | Active Secret Clearance Required (Ability to Obtain TS/SCI)

Support the development of advanced defense modeling and simulation capabilities by driving systems engineering, requirements development, and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) efforts supporting evolving missile defense threats. Join the Threat Analysis and Simulation Development (TASD) team where you'll develop systems engineering solutions, technical documentation, and simulation environments that enable accurate representation of current and future threat scenarios supporting national defense missions.

A Day in the Life - What you'll do

Lead requirements derivation and capability analysis activities that translate mission needs into technical solutions supporting advanced modeling and simulation environments.
Develop and maintain Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) models that support system architecture, requirements traceability, verification, and software development activities.
Research missile defense architectures, space-based sensing technologies, threat trajectories, and emerging operational capabilities to support system development and engineering analysis.
Collaborate with software developers, systems engineers, and modeling & simulation teams to ensure engineering solutions align with program objectives and customer requirements.
Develop and refine systems engineering processes, workflows, and technical procedures that improve engineering efficiency and program execution.
Produce and maintain technical documentation, system specifications, engineering artifacts, interface documentation, and user guides supporting simulation capabilities.
Analyze engineering and simulation data to validate system behavior, identify trends, and support data-driven technical decisions.
Develop scripts and automation tools using Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar technologies to improve engineering analysis and workflow efficiency.
Present technical briefings to government customers, program leadership, and engineering teams regarding system capabilities, engineering progress, and technical recommendations.
Support user training, simulation tool orientation, and customer adoption activities while providing technical guidance to program stakeholders.
Work independently while contributing to multidisciplinary Agile engineering teams supporting complex missile defense modeling and simulation initiatives.
Support occasional travel (up to 10%) to participate in customer engagements, technical reviews, and program activities.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Mathematics) discipline from an accredited university and 5 years of related experience; OR
Master's degree in a STEM discipline and 3 years of related experience; OR
PhD in a STEM discipline and 1 year of related experience.
Practical experience supporting or analyzing military Modeling & Simulation (M&S) environments or frameworks.
Experience performing data analysis, scripting, or automation using Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar programming languages.
Advanced understanding of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts and systems engineering methodologies.
Experience developing engineering models using Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, or comparable SysML-based MBSE tools.
Experience developing systems engineering artifacts supporting software development and system verification.
Strong analytical, technical writing, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex engineering concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to execute technical tasks independently while collaborating effectively across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Ability to travel up to 10% in support of customer and program requirements.
Active in-scope DoD Secret security clearance required at time of application with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting Missile Defense Agency (MDA) ground testing, flight testing, wargaming, or operational evaluation events.
Knowledge of missile defense systems, space-based sensing architectures, orbital mechanics, threat modeling, or space surveillance concepts.
Experience supporting advanced defense Modeling & Simulation (M&S) programs.
Experience working within Agile and Scrum software development environments.
Experience supporting systems engineering efforts within classified defense programs.
Active DoD Top Secret security clearance with Sensitive Compartmented Information (TS/SCI) eligibility.

Who is Caribou Thunder?

Caribou Thunder is a HUBZone-certified small business providing advanced technical and engineering services to the U.S. Department of War and its mission partners.

35+ states and 20+ countries.

We've delivered trusted solutions for over two decades strengthening national readiness across missions on land, undersea, in the air, and throughout LEO, MEO, GEO, and deep space.

Why Caribou Thunder?

TEAM THUNDER Mission Focused. Delivery Proven. Ready to Serve.

Employee Advocacy
Mission Proven
Global Reach
Skilled Teams
Modern Tools
Empowering Culture

Our engineers and innovators ensure capability from sea floor to space frontier delivering on time, maintaining compliance, and performing with precision in high-consequence environments.

We specialize in Engineering Services, Cybersecurity, Software Development, Modeling & Simulation, Digital Engineering, and Artificial Intelligence disciplines powering the nation's most complex technical missions.

Employee Advocacy Benefits

Our people are the heart of Caribou Thunder. We invest in their growth, flexibility, and well-being knowing their success drives ours.

Benefits include: