Employment Opportunities

Position Description:
We are seeking a systems engineer to support multiple programs involving systems engineering (SE) and digital engineering (DE) initiatives. The successful candidate will be self-driven, an excellent communicator, have a strong background in digital and model-based engineering in defense or commercial applications. The position will support multiple clients, primarily government.

Job Duties:
• Support clients in helping them understand Air Force DE requirements and guidance by applying advanced technical concepts to solve complex problems
• Translate client guidance into actionable plans
• Guide and support clients through plan implementation
• Provide technical direction for junior engineers, project managers, and technicians as a subject matter expert, supporting DE efforts as needed
• Participate in and contribute to a team environment by working with all levels of employees
• Serve as an advocate for DE within and outside of UDRI, developing a reputation in the broader technical community as an expert

• Bachelors of Science in an engineering field
• 3 year experience working in systems engineering
• Experience providing technical expertise for multifunctional teams and/or integrated process teams
• Successful experience in any or all of the following:
o Model based system engineering (MBSE), SysML
o Applying Cameo or similar MBSE-enabling toolset
o Requirements derivation, flow down, & management
o New process development and introduction
• Experience in aspects of digital engineering relevant to USAF acquisition/sustainment
• Strong written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs
• Due to the requirements of our research contracts with the U.S. federal government, candidates for this position must be a U.S. citizen
• Must be able to obtain security clearance

While not everyone may possess all of the preferred qualifications, the ideal candidate will bring many of the following:

• MS in engineering field or an MBA
• 5 years’ experience working in systems engineering
• Systems engineering degree or certification
• 10 years’ experience in systems engineering
• Direct experience with USAF Flightline maintenance processes, systems, and/or data
• Demonstrated successful experience in any of the following:
o Developing solutions architectures
o Supporting an AFMC program office in engineering role
o Operating in Teamcenter or similar product lifecycle management (PLM) system
o Working as systems engineer with project leadership responsibility
o With digital thread/digital twin application or implementation
o As systems engineer in DoD, NASA, aerospace, or automotive industries
• Demonstrated strong verbal communicator
• Experience with formulating/authoring Government contracts and completing technical evaluations

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

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