
Systems Engineer - MBSE
Albuquerque, NMFull-time$107–183K/yrSeen 2 days agoSeen in employer's feed 2 days ago
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Job overview
BAE Systems seeks a Systems Engineer to support national security missions through systems engineering and integration. The role leads the transition to model-centric engineering, developing system architectures, managing requirements, defining interfaces, and conducting technical analyses. The engineer collaborates with government stakeholders and contractor teams, improves digital engineering processes, and mentors colleagues in MBSE and Cameo. The posting describes this as an ideal opportunity for an early-career engineer, while requiring substantial technical experience.
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Job Description
Join BAE Systems' Infrastructure Management Center (IMC) and help shape National Security. We are seeking a motivated Systems Engineer to join our dynamic, cross-functional team. In this role, you will support the planning, design, and integration of complex technical challenges that support critical national security missions, including nuclear missions, production facilities, Unmanned Aerial Vehicles, and ammunition plant infrastructure.
This is an ideal role for an early-career engineer looking to grow within a matrix-type organization. You will have the opportunity to collaborate across multiple departments, leveraging digital engineering tools and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices to deliver cutting-edge solutions for the warfighter.
The Role
As a Model-Based Systems Engineer, you will lead the transition from document-centric to model-centric engineering, driving the integration and analysis of complex hardware and software systems. Your primary responsibilities will include:
The Role
As a Model-Based Systems Engineer, you will lead the transition from document-centric to model-centric engineering, driving the integration and analysis of complex hardware and software systems. Your primary responsibilities will include:
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Model-Based Architecture: Develop and maintain system architectures using SysML to improve requirement traceability and change control for both new and legacy programs.
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Digital Thread Integration: Utilize Cameo Systems Modeler and DOORS to create a "single source of truth," ensuring seamless alignment between stakeholder needs, system design, and verification artifacts.
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Interface & Boundary Definition: Lead the definition of system-level interfaces and boundary conditions to facilitate hardware and software integration across multi-disciplinary teams.
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Requirements Engineering: Manage the full requirements lifecycle, translating mission profiles and operational requirements into precise system specifications and model elements.
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Technical Analysis & Trade Studies: Evaluate system-level risks and perform trade studies within the model to support informed technical, cost, and schedule decision-making.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration: Serve as the primary technical liaison between government stakeholders and prime contractor teams, ensuring that model outputs meet customer expectations.
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Digital Process Improvement: Implement and champion Agile methodologies and digital engineering best practices to optimize the management of critical infrastructure programs.
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Mentor and train team members who are new to MBSE and Cameo. Provide them with guidance and best practices.
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Review models for best practices and provide clear, concise feedback on how to make improvements.
Required Education, Experience, & Skills
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Bachelor s or Master s degree in Systems Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related STEM field (e.g., Mathematics, Physics, Chemical Engineering).
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6 years of technical experience (4 years with MS) with a proven track record in systems engineering and integration.
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MBSE Proficiency: Direct experience applying Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) principles and utilizing tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, or Sparx Enterprise Architect.
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Requirements Mastery: Expert-level proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., IBM DOORS).
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Analytical Aptitude: Strong experience in system design, integration, and the analysis of complex military or commercial hardware/software systems.
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Communication: Ability to communicate complex technical architectural concepts clearly to team members, stakeholders, and customers.
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Experience mentoring and training others on how to implement and use MBSE.
Preferred Education, Experience, & Skills
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Advanced Modeling: Proficiency in SysML and experience developing automated scripts (e.g., Python) to enhance modeling efficiency.
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Certifications related to SysML, such as OCSMP Model User or OCSMP Model Builder , are a plus.
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Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance.
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Specialized Knowledge: Familiarity with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or other digital twin technologies.
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Certifications: Foundational certifications in Systems Engineering (INCOSE) or Project Management (PMP).
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Methodology: Deep understanding of Agile frameworks and their application in highly regulated defense environments.
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Top Secret Security Clearance
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INCOSE, MBSE, and SysML Certification.
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Experience using MBSE tools, such as Cameo, MagicDraw or similar modeling tools.
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Experience using DOORs Next Gen.
Pay Information
Full-Time Salary Range: $107359 - $182510
Please note: This range is based on our market pay structures. However, individual salaries are determined by a variety of factors including, but not limited to: business considerations, local market conditions, and internal equity, as well as candidate qualifications, such as skills, education, and experience.
Employee Benefits: At BAE Systems, we support our employees in all aspects of their life, including their health and financial well-being. Regular employees scheduled to work 20 hours per week are offered: health, dental, and vision insurance; health savings accounts; a 401(k) savings plan; disability coverage; and life and accident insurance. We also have an employee assistance program, a legal plan, and other perks including discounts on things like home, auto, and pet insurance. Our leave programs include paid time off, paid holidays, as well as other types of leave, including paid parental, military, bereavement, and any applicable federal and state sick leave. Employees may participate in the company recognition program to receive monetary or non-monetary recognition awards. Other incentives may be available based on position level and/or job specifics.
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How this job compares
Set against the 11,696 open Systems Engineer jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 7, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$107–183K/yr
- New Mexico median$103–187K/yr90 salary ranges
- US median$116–190K/yr8,703 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $145K, is close to the New Mexico median midpoint ($145K) — in the middle half of Systems Engineer salary ranges in New Mexico.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 119 open Systems Engineer jobs in New Mexico and 11,696 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Hiring the most in New Mexico
- Sandia National Laboratories16 open
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 4 years of experience; Systems Engineer postings that state a minimum ask for 5 years at the median (9,778 postings).
- Education
- 4,476 of the 11,696 open Systems Engineer jobs (38%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 7, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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