Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) Engineer

Vantor is forging the new frontier of spatial intelligence, helping decision makers and operators navigate what’s happening now and shape what’s coming next.  Vantor is a place for problem solvers, changemakers, and go-getters—where people are working together to help our customers see the world differently, and in doing so, be seen differently. Come be part of a mission, not just a job, where you can: Shape your own future, build the next big thing, and change the world.

To be eligible for this position, you must be a U.S. Citizen. This position requires an active U.S. Government security clearance, applicants who do not currently hold the required clearance will not be eligible for consideration. Employment for cleared roles is contingent upon verification of clearance status.

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Vantor is seeking a Systems Engineer with a strong Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) background to support the U.S. Space Force in defining, managing, and sustaining an integrated system-of-systems space enterprise. In this role, you will apply MBSE tools, including Cameo, to develop and manage system requirements, establish traceability, link model elements, and generate reports that support program decisions.

You will also develop and maintain a Life Cycle Sustainment Plan, ensuring alignment with program objectives and long-term support strategies. As part of the engineering team, you will contribute to knowledge management practices by organizing and maintaining technical documentation within Confluence and Git-based repositories.

Your customer will rely on you to support architecture, engineering, integration, testing, deployment, and sustainment activities while identifying areas requiring early mitigation. You will grow your skills by researching emerging requirements, technologies, and threats, and by applying innovative engineering methodologies and tools to create mission-focused solutions.

Due to the nature of work performed within this facility, U.S. citizenship is required.

Qualifications:

• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field
• 2+ years of experience developing or defining architectures that integrate MBSE tools, simulation environments, data repositories, and lifecycle management systems
• 2+ years of experience performing systems engineering analysis and developing systems engineering products for DoD or government systems
• 2+ years of experience with practical MBSE for the development of technical specifications, interface control documents, and system architecture, including using digital engineering tools such as Cameo or MagicDraw, SparxEA, DOORS, or IBM Rhapsody
• Ability to define and maintain the enterprise architecture for a digital engineering ecosystem
• Ability to communicate and establish collaborative relationships with government clients, Federally Funded Research and Development Centers (FFRDC), and associate contractor teammates to achieve program goals

Preferred Qualifications:

• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in engineering
• Experience with Model-Based Verification and Validation
• Experience analyzing and translating system requirements into design
• Knowledge of Systems Modeling Language (SysML) and DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF)
• Ability to identify, analyze, and resolve technical risks and issues, develop technical reports, and collaborate with government and other stakeholders to implement recommended solutions 
• OMG Certified Systems Model Professional (OCSMP) Certification
• INCOSE SE Certification

Clearance: Top Secret/SCI Eligible

Work Location:  El Segundo (LAAFB) – primarily on-site (4-5 days/week).

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Pay Transparency: To support pay transparency, Vantor includes salary ranges in all U.S. job postings. Starting pay for this role will fall within the listed range and will be based on factors such as experience, qualifications, skills, location, and market conditions. Candidates who meet the minimum requirements for the role should not expect to receive compensation at the top of the range. The listed range reflects the expected pay for this position, and final offers will be determined based on each candidate’s experience, expertise, and alignment with the role.

 

● The base pay for this position within California is: $99,000.00 - $132,000.00 - $145,200.00 annually.

For all other states, we use geographic cost of labor as an input to develop market-driven ranges for our roles, and as such, each location where we hire may have a different range.

Benefits: Vantor offers a competitive total rewards package that goes beyond the standard, including a robust 401(k) with company match, mental health resources, and unique perks like student loan repayment assistance, adoption reimbursement and pet insurance to support all aspects of your life. You can find more information on our benefits at: https://www.Vantor.com/careers

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