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$202k – $224k per year
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In office (Dedham)
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Architect · 10+ years exp

Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 29, 2026. First seen by Alion on Oct 26, 2026. General Dynamics Mission Systems scores A on the Alion truth index.

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General Dynamics Mission Systems is the business unit of defense contractor General Dynamics that builds C4ISR, secure communications, cybersecurity, electronic warfare and mission systems for land, sea, air, space and cyber operations, with headquarters in Fairfax, Virginia. Formed in 2015 by merging two General Dynamics units, it employs more than 12,000 people at sites such as Pittsfield and Dedham in Massachusetts, Scottsdale in Arizona and Manassas in Virginia. Recruiting centers on ASIC and FPGA, embedded software, electrical, mechanical and systems engineers, test staff, manufacturing technicians and interns.

Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering, or a related Science, Engineering or Mathematics field, plus a minimum of 10 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree, plus a minimum of 8 years of relevant experience.

CLEARANCE REQUIREMENTS:Department of Defense Top Secret security clearance is required at time of hire. Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government security investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information. Due to the nature of work performed within our facilities, U.S. citizenship is required.

Responsibilities for this Position

ROLE AND POSITION OBJECTIVES:

As the Model-Based Systems Engineer Architect for Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3), you'll be a member of a cross-functional team responsible for leading the design and development of complex systems using Model-Based Systems Engineering methodologies. in support of the next generation of Strategic Weapon Systems.

We encourage you to apply if you have extensive hands-on experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Systems and Test Engineering, Requirements Management, and Agile Development.

What Sets You Apart:

  • Experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), including direct hands-on experience with industry-leading MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
  • Experience as an MBSE Architect
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain SysML models, including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams
  • Experience applying MBSE to architect complex systems, including functional decomposition, interface definition, and trade study analysis
  • Clear understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards with an MBSE-first mindset
  • Proficiency in requirements management tools (e.g., DOORS, DOORS Next Generation) and their integration with system models
  • Experience working within DoDAF or similar architecture frameworks to support digital engineering initiatives
  • Creative thinker who can leverage MBSE models to quickly communicate complex system designs and handle increasing responsibilities with growing complexity
  • Team player who thrives in collaborative environments and champions MBSE adoption across cross-functional teams
  • Commitment to ongoing professional development, particularly in advancing MBSE practices and digital engineering capabilities
  • Identifies opportunities to apply MBSE and AI-driven approaches for continuous improvement and innovation

Our Commitment to You:

  • An exciting career path with opportunities for continuous learning and development.
  • Research oriented work, alongside award winning teams developing practical solutions for our nation’s security
  • Flexible schedules with every other Friday off work, if desired (9/80 schedule)
  • Competitive benefits, including 401k matching, flex time off, paid parental leave, healthcare benefits, health & wellness programs, employee resource and social groups, and more
  • See more at gdmissionsystems.com/careers/why-work-for-us/benefits

Workplace Options:

  • This position is fully on-site.
  • While on-site, you will be a part of the Dedham, MA location

Salary Note

This estimate represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors (geographic location, etc.). Actual pay may vary. This job posting will remain open until the position is filled.

Combined Salary Range

USD $201,709.00 - USD $223,770.00 /Yr.

Company Overview

General Dynamics Mission Systems (GDMS) engineers a diverse portfolio of high technology solutions, products and services that enable customers to successfully execute missions across all domains of operation. With a global team of 12,000+ top professionals, we partner with the best in industry to expand the bounds of innovation in the defense and scientific arenas. Given the nature of our work and who we are, we value trust, honesty, alignment and transparency. We offer highly competitive benefits and pride ourselves in being a great place to work with a shared sense of purpose. You will also enjoy a flexible work environment where contributions are recognized and rewarded. If who we are and what we do resonates with you, we invite you to join our high-performance team!

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