{"id":3318677,"url":"https://alion.io/job/pennsylvania-state-university-model-based-systems-engineer","title":"Model-Based Systems Engineer","company":{"id":37673,"name":"Pennsylvania State University","domain":"psu.edu","url":"https://alion.io/company/psu-edu","size_band":"1001-5000","is_staffing_agency":false,"employer_type":"direct","is_intermediary":false,"listed_via":null,"ats_vendor":"Workday","truth_index":{"grade":"B","score":72,"open_postings":777,"ghost_share":0.468,"stale_share":0,"repost_share":0,"time_to_fill_p50_days":37,"computed_at":"2026-10-28T05:59:10Z"}},"role":"Education","role_family":"Education","seniority":"staff","employment_type":"full_time","work_mode":"hybrid","remote_scope":null,"remote_scope_basis":null,"remote_working_hours":null,"hiring_geo_confidence":"structured","locations":["University Park, United States"],"countries":["US"],"hiring_countries":[],"hiring_countries_total":0,"salary":{"min":105900,"max":231000,"currency":"USD","period":"year","gross":null,"usd_annual":231000},"salary_estimate":null,"experience_years_min":14,"visa_sponsorship":false,"relocation_package":false,"has_equity":false,"technologies":[{"name":"Cameo Systems Modeler","optional":false},{"name":"DoDAF","optional":false},{"name":"MBSE","optional":false},{"name":"SysML","optional":false},{"name":"BPMN","optional":true},{"name":"CATIA","optional":true},{"name":"Digital Twin","optional":true},{"name":"JavaScript","optional":true},{"name":"Python","optional":true}],"status":"live","first_seen_at":"2026-07-23T00:00:00Z","employer_posted_date":"2026-07-23","last_verified_at":"2026-10-28T14:06:55Z","board_verified":true,"closed_at":null,"days_open":97,"trust":{"level":"ok","repost_count":0,"flags":["company_stale"],"days_open":97},"description":"APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:\nCURRENT PENN STATE EMPLOYEE (faculty, staff, technical service, or student), please login to Workday to complete the internal application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.\n\nCURRENT PENN STATE STUDENT (not employed previously at the university) and seeking employment with Penn State, pleaselogin to Workday to complete thestudent application process. Please do not apply here, apply internally through Workday.\n\nIf you are NOT a current employee or student, please click “Apply” and complete the application process for external applicants.\n\nApproval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.\nPOSITION SPECIFICS\nWe are searching for highly motivated Systems Engineers with experience in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to join our Systems Engineering Department in the Undersea Systems Office at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL) at Penn State. This role will contribute across the full system lifecycle-from concept development through design, test, production, and sustainment.\nUSO designs, develops, validates, and maintains a suite of large-scale undersea warfare models and simulations used by technology developers, analysts, the Navy, and its allies. We serve as a research center of excellence in undersea weapons, unmanned undersea vehicles, and advanced sonars. We support our national security and undersea warfare sponsors through the development and demonstration of science and technology with the expertise, tools, and processes to take concepts from the early developmental phase through transition to industry and the fleet. USO designs, develops, validates, and maintains a suite of large-scale undersea warfare models and simulations used by technology developers, analysts, the Navy, and its allies. We serve as a research center of excellence in undersea weapons, unmanned undersea vehicles, and advanced sonars. We support our national security and undersea warfare sponsors through the development and demonstration of science and technology with the expertise, tools, and processes to take concepts from the early developmental phase through transition to industry and the fleet.\nARL is an authorized DoD SkillBridge partner and welcomes all transitioning military members to apply.\nYou will:\nApply MBSE methods and SysML-based modeling to define and analyze system architectures\n\nDevelop and maintain system models using tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Capella, or Enterprise Architect\n\nTranslate stakeholder needs into formal models, interface definitions, and verification artifacts\n\nMaintain requirements and architecture traceability across design and test activities\n\nSupport technical reviews, trade studies, and risk assessments using model-based artifacts\n\nIntegrate MBSE practices into existing engineering processes and collaborate with subject-matter experts\n\nPrepare and present architecture views, behavior models, and related technical documentation\n\nSupport system development activities including requirements analysis, architecture development, alternatives analysis, system decomposition, detailed design, integration, and verification\n\nCollaborate closely with Systems Engineering and Subsystem Design teams on undersea system architectures\n\nEngage regularly with engineering teams, program management, sponsors, and stakeholders\n\nAdditional responsibilities for higher level positions includes:\nLead and mentor multidisciplinary engineering teams\n\nProvide technical leadership in MBSE development, training, and best practices\n\nContribute to or lead technical proposals and white papers\n\nRequired skills/experience areas include:\nHands-on experience with MBSE frameworks (SysML, DoDAF, UAF, or similar)\n\nMBSE toolset (e.g., Cameo, Rhapsody, Capella)\n\nSystems engineering fundamentals including requirements, architecture, integration, and verification/validation\n\nMaintaining traceability between requirements, design artifacts, and test plans\n\nApplying digital engineering methods and MBSE to complex systems\n\nDeveloping system models, modeling frameworks, templates, and MBSE processes, with emphasis on vehicle/system design\n\nLeading technical teams or project activities\n\nExperience collaborating in multi-disciplinary, team-oriented cultures\n\nPreferred skills/experience areas include:\nBachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Aerospace, Computer, Systems Engineering or related engineering discipline\n\nImplementing digital engineering strategies or integrated toolchains\n\nScripting languages (Python, JavaScript, etc.) for automating model workflows or data exchange\n\nSimulation environments, system-of-systems modeling, or model integration\n\nConfiguration management for model-based artifacts\n\nCATIA MagicDraw/Cameo, System Composer, or Sparx Enterprise Architect\n\nSysML v2, UAF 1.2/1.3, AADL, BPMN, or related languages\n\nSIL/HIL or digital twin approaches\n\nPast success developing unmanned underwater systems\n\nDepartment of Defense and Navy systems engineering practices\n\nCurrent eligibility for access to classified information at the Secret level or higher and may be subject to a government background investigation to upgrade clearance eligibility, if required\n\nYour working location can fully on-site to start for training located in State College, PA and then a hybrid of on-site/work from home based on project-dependent ability. Questions related to flexible work should be directed to the hiring manager during the interview process.\nMINIMUM EDUCATION, WORK EXPERIENCE & REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS\nIf filled as R&D Engineer - Systems (ARL) - Senior Professional, this position requires:\nBachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science\n14+ years of relevant experience\nRequired Certifications:\nNone\n\nIf filled as R&D Engineer - Systems (ARL) - Advanced Professional, this position requires:\nBachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science\n5+ years of relevant experience\nRequired Certifications:\nNone\n\nIf filled as R&D Engineer - Optical and Photonic Systems (ARL) - Intermediate Professional, this position requires:\nBachelor's Degree - Engineering or Science\n2+ years of relevant experience\nRequired Certifications:\nNoneARL’s purpose is to research and develop innovative solutions to challenging scientific, engineering, and technology problems in support of the Navy, the Intel Community (IC), and other federal government customers.\nFOR FURTHER INFORMATION on ARL, visit our website atwww.arl.psu.edu.\nBACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES\nEmployment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.Notice regarding employment at the Applied Research Laboratory (ARL):\nEmployees must be eligible to obtain a government security clearance, participate in the ARL drug testing program, and comply with electronic and physical monitoring requirements applicable to federal contractors. ARL operates in a secure information environment involving Unclassified, Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI), and Classified information. Personal electronic devices brought onsite must be registered and may be restricted from certain areas. You must be a U.S. citizen to apply.SALARY & BENEFITS\nThe salary range for this position, including all possible grades, is $105,900.00 - $231,000.00.Salary Structure - Information on Penn State's salary structure\nPenn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional well-being. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans and substantial paid time off which includes holidays, vacation and sick time. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page.\nCAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS\nPursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here.\nEEO IS THE LAW\nPenn State is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. 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