Noblis · 5 months ago
Systems Engineer (Multiple Levels)
Washington, Washington, DC
Full-time
Hybrid
New Grad, Entry, Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $109K/yr
0+ years expNoblis is a company that tackles the nation's toughest problems and applies advanced solutions to critical missions for government clients. They are seeking a Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support enterprise and system-level engineering for the FAA’s next-generation air traffic control systems, focusing on modernization efforts and ensuring alignment with operational needs and regulatory mandates.
Information TechnologyNational SecurityNon Profit
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Capture and manage system-level and enterprise requirements using model-based systems engineering (MBSE) techniques and tools
Apply systems modeling languages (e.g., SysML, UML) to represent and trace requirements through logical and physical system models
Lead development of:
Use cases and operational scenarios
Functional decomposition
CONOPS translation and stakeholder needs analysis
Requirements definition and traceability using DOORS and SysML tools
Translate operational needs into model-based requirements and architecture elements with traceable logic
Design and maintain comprehensive architecture views including:
System Views – Interfaces, subsystems, integration patterns
Operational Views – Functional scenarios and user interaction flows
Technical Views – Infrastructure, procedural, and performance frameworks
All Views – Project-level system dictionaries, capability matrices, and traceability
Utilize MBSE platforms such as Cameo, Rhapsody, or Enterprise Architect to generate architecture models and system behaviors
Apply Unified Architecture Framework (UAF) or equivalent to support enterprise-wide alignment and cross-domain modeling
Develop and validate simulation models, activity diagrams, parametric models, and performance indicators using analytical techniques and modeling platforms
Conduct shortfall/gap analyses to assess where legacy or in-development systems do not meet stakeholder or regulatory requirements
Recommend architectural, technical, or functional improvements to address gaps and enable next-gen operational goals
Evaluate safety risks, human-system integration, performance thresholds, and interface constraints
Support the transition from architecture and design to implementation, including reviews of:
Contractor-developed designs
Test plans and system verification artifacts
Traceability and validation efforts against FAA performance objectives
Ensure design alignment with enterprise requirements and FAA AMS lifecycle checkpoints
Collaborate with FAA program offices, stakeholders, and contractors to align engineering artifacts with operational needs and regulatory mandates
Engage stakeholders to elicit, validate, and refine requirements across NAS domains
Provide technical leadership and facilitation of stakeholder meetings, workshops, and architecture reviews
Maintain awareness of legacy FAA systems, new technologies, and emerging architectures (e.g., cloud, SWIM, Zero Trust, open architecture initiatives) to inform modernization strategies
Evaluate end-to-end system design alternatives based on established architectural patterns and operational context
Qualification
Required
U.S. Citizen or Green Card Holder with at least 3 years of U.S. residency
Demonstrated expertise in MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect) and systems modeling languages (SysML, UML)
Requirements engineering using model-based approaches
Use case development, functional decomposition, and stakeholder needs analysis
Simulation and analysis methods for system behavior and performance evaluation
Strong understanding of technical integration of software, hardware, and procedural systems in air traffic environments
Ability to manage and guide highly technical teams, while facilitating communication across engineering, operations, and non-technical stakeholder groups
Excellent verbal and written communication skills to convey complex technical concepts clearly to diverse audiences
Level I: 0-4 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field. Substitution: High school degree and an additional 6 years of experience
Level II: 5-9 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field. Substitution: Masters degree with 3-7 years of experience would qualify, PHD degree with 0-4 years of experience would qualify, Highschool degree with a minimum of 14 years total
Level III: 10-15 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field. Substitution: Masters degree with 8-13 years of experience would qualify, PHD degree with 5-10 years of experience would qualify, Highschool degree with a minimum of 24 years total
Level IV: 16-24 years of experience a Bachelor's degree in systems engineering or related field. Substitution: Masters degree with 14-22 years of experience would qualify, PHD degree with 11-19 years of experience would qualify, Highschool degree with a minimum of 26 years total
Preferred
Master's or Ph.D. in Systems Engineering or related field (may substitute for experience)
Experience with FAA NAS systems or comparable transportation/defense infrastructure programs
Familiarity with enterprise and architectural frameworks such as DoDAF, UAF, TOGAF
Experience supporting test and evaluation, performance analysis, or verification/validation efforts
Exposure to cost-benefit analysis, investment justification, or AMS business case support
Strong understanding of FAA's Acquisition Management System (AMS) and investment lifecycle
Air Traffic Management (ATM) domain concepts and NAS operational architecture
Legacy FAA systems and current technologies used within the NAS
Company
Noblis
Noblis is a nonprofit science, tech strategy organization that works in the public interest to help clients solve most complex problems.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mile Corrigan
President and CEO
William Streilein
Chief Technology Officer
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