Senior MBSE Systems Engineer
APR Consulting · Dedham, MA
CONTRACT
Posted Sep 10, 2026
Job Description
Our DoD/Aerospace Client is looking to fill a Senior MBSE Systems Engineer position supporting Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) and next-generation Strategic Weapon Systems programs. This role offers the opportunity to apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and digital engineering practices to complex, mission-critical defense systems.
The position is based in Dedham, MA and is fully onsite.
Location: Dedham, MA
Position: Senior MBSE Systems Engineer
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $54.30/hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6+ months of relevant experience
Schedule: 9/80 schedule available (every other Friday off, if desired)
Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required
Position Overview
As the Senior MBSE Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and deploying next-generation Strategic Weapon Systems using advanced Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and digital engineering practices. You will work as part of a cross-functional engineering team supporting Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) programs.
In this role, you will develop and maintain SysML models, support systems and test engineering activities, manage requirements, and contribute to Agile development efforts. You will help define system architectures, interfaces, and functional behavior while leveraging modern MBSE tools and requirements management platforms.
This position plays a key role in advancing digital engineering initiatives, improving systems design communication, and supporting the development of highly complex defense systems.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6+ months of relevant experience
- Hands-on experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
- Experience developing and maintaining SysML models, including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams
- Experience applying MBSE to complex system architecture, including functional decomposition, interface definition, and trade study analysis
- Strong understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS and/or DOORS Next Generation
- Experience integrating requirements management tools with system models
- Experience supporting Systems Engineering and Test Engineering activities
- Experience working in Agile development environments
- Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to classified information
- U.S. citizenship required
What Sets You Apart:
- Experience working within DoDAF or similar architecture frameworks
- Experience supporting digital engineering initiatives
- Strong MBSE-first mindset and commitment to advancing MBSE best practices
- Ability to effectively communicate complex system designs through MBSE models
- Experience championing MBSE adoption across cross-functional teams
- Experience applying MBSE methodologies to increasingly complex systems
- Familiarity with AI-driven approaches supporting engineering innovation and continuous improvement
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills in multidisciplinary engineering environments
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in MBSE and digital engineering
About Our Client:
Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
#SPC1
The position is based in Dedham, MA and is fully onsite.
Location: Dedham, MA
Position: Senior MBSE Systems Engineer
Contract Length: 12–24 months with possibility of going direct
Pay: $54.30/hour
Education/Experience: Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or a related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics field plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6+ months of relevant experience
Schedule: 9/80 schedule available (every other Friday off, if desired)
Clearance Requirement: Active DoD Top Secret Clearance required
Position Overview
As the Senior MBSE Systems Engineer, you'll be responsible for designing, implementing, and deploying next-generation Strategic Weapon Systems using advanced Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies and digital engineering practices. You will work as part of a cross-functional engineering team supporting Nuclear Command, Control and Communications (NC3) programs.
In this role, you will develop and maintain SysML models, support systems and test engineering activities, manage requirements, and contribute to Agile development efforts. You will help define system architectures, interfaces, and functional behavior while leveraging modern MBSE tools and requirements management platforms.
This position plays a key role in advancing digital engineering initiatives, improving systems design communication, and supporting the development of highly complex defense systems.
What You Bring to the Table:
- Bachelor's degree in Systems Engineering or related Science, Engineering, or Mathematics discipline plus 2+ years of relevant experience; or Master's degree plus 6+ months of relevant experience
- Hands-on experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE)
- Experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler
- Experience developing and maintaining SysML models, including behavioral, structural, and requirements diagrams
- Experience applying MBSE to complex system architecture, including functional decomposition, interface definition, and trade study analysis
- Strong understanding of systems engineering concepts, principles, theories, and technical standards
- Experience with requirements management tools such as DOORS and/or DOORS Next Generation
- Experience integrating requirements management tools with system models
- Experience supporting Systems Engineering and Test Engineering activities
- Experience working in Agile development environments
- Active DoD Top Secret security clearance
- Ability to obtain and maintain access to classified information
- U.S. citizenship required
What Sets You Apart:
- Experience working within DoDAF or similar architecture frameworks
- Experience supporting digital engineering initiatives
- Strong MBSE-first mindset and commitment to advancing MBSE best practices
- Ability to effectively communicate complex system designs through MBSE models
- Experience championing MBSE adoption across cross-functional teams
- Experience applying MBSE methodologies to increasingly complex systems
- Familiarity with AI-driven approaches supporting engineering innovation and continuous improvement
- Strong collaboration and problem-solving skills in multidisciplinary engineering environments
- Commitment to ongoing professional development in MBSE and digital engineering
About Our Client:
Our client is a mission-critical DoD/Aerospace defense contractor developing solutions that lead, serve, and protect our nation. Our client develops strategic systems supporting defense, civil government, intelligence, and cyber missions worldwide.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Don't miss out on this amazing opportunity! If you feel your experience is a match for this position, please apply today and join our team. We look forward to working with you!
#SPC1
Additional Details
- City
- Dedham
- State
- Massachusetts
- Country
- US
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