MBSE Engineer (III to Senior), Space & Missile Defense Systems
True Anomaly · True Anomaly develops space security technologies, including spacecraft, software platforms, and mission systems for orbital operations.
$105K–$160KDenver, CO; Long Beach, CA251-500 employeesPosted 20 days ago
Series D · $600Mraised 6 months agoled by Menlo Ventures, Accel, Paradigm
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<div class="content-intro"><p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">Space is a warfighting domain. True Anomaly seeks those with the talent and ambition to build the technology that secures it.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR MISSION</u></p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message">True Anomaly delivers decisive capabilities for space superiority. We build autonomous spacecraft, advanced payloads, mission software, and space-based interceptors — enabling the U.S. and its Allies to secure the space environment and counter threats from the ultimate high ground.</p>
<p class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><u>OUR VALUES</u></p>
<ul>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>Be the offset.</strong><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>We create asymmetric advantages with creativity and ingenuity.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>What would it take?</strong> We challenge assumptions to deliver ambitious results.</li>
<li class="ms-outlook-mobile-reference-message"><strong>It’s the people.</strong> Our team is our competitive advantage and we are better together.</li>
</ul>
<p><span style="text-decoration: underline;">BENEFITS & PERKS</span>*</p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Best-in-class healthcare: </strong>100% company-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, with HSA/HRA options</li>
<li><strong>Generous time off: </strong>Flexible Time Off (FTO) for exempt employees, accrued PTO of up to 25 days for non-exempt employees, plus 12 paid holidays; Parental Leave; Sick Leave</li>
<li><strong>Fuel for your day: </strong>Daily catered lunch and unlimited snacks for in-office employees</li>
<li><strong>And more: </strong>401(k) retirement plan, fitness reimbursement, and Dog Fridays</li>
<li><strong>Equity participation: </strong>Equity is included as part of our total compensation package, giving you an opportunity to share in the company’s success.</li>
</ul>
<p>*Do not apply to fixed term and temporary roles</p></div><p><u>YOUR MISSION</u></p>
<p><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">True Anomaly is seeking<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">an MBSE</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Engineer</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">in support of space and missile defense programs. This individual will serve<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">as<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">a<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">technical<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">SME</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>for Cameo-based MBSE model development and<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW151088492 BCX4">SysML</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>best practices,<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">contributing to</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">the development<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">of digital</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>thread architecture and ecosystem operation. This role is responsible for developing, maintaining, and governing system models across complex space</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">and missile defense programs, while<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">also assisting with<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">digital thread architecture<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">development<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">and<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">being involved in<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">systems engineering processes in alignment with Department of Defense (DoD)</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">/Department of War (</span><span class="NormalTextRun SpellingErrorV2Themed SCXW151088492 BCX4">DoW</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">)</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>policies and<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">industry<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">standards. This includes developing and managing models<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">created</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>organically</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">, working with subcontractors and evaluating their work,</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>and integrat</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">ing</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>models provided<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">externally<span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span></span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">f</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">ro</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">m partners and the U.S. Government.</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4"><span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>This position will report to the Digital Thread Architect</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW151088492 BCX4">/Director of Digital Engineering.</span></p>
<p><strong>RESPONSIBILITIES</strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Serve as a Cameo MBSE SME, providing technical leadership, mentoring, and governance for SysML-based system models</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Develop, maintain, and integrate MBSE artifacts supporting space systems, spacecraft, satellites, and missile defense weapon systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Work closely with the Systems Engineering team in capturing the full-spectrum of activities using model-based approaches, including:</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Requirements analysis and traceability</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Functional and logical architecture development</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Interface definition and system decomposition</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Verification and validation modeling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
</ul>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support System of Systems Engineering activities and model integration</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Apply and tailor MBSE practices in accordance with DoDI 5000.97, DoDI 5000.88, DoD Digital Engineering and Systems Engineering guidance documents, industry standards, recommended practices, and internal engineering requirements</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize the Cameo platform to create and manage a model-based, authoritative representation of system requirements, architecture, behavior, interfaces, and verification to enable traceability, trade studies, business and technical decisions, and lifecycle decision-making for complex systems. </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist in integrating MBSE models with enterprise PLM tools, including Teamcenter, Jama, NX CAD, and other data systems, to enable lifecycle data continuity</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Help develop, refine, and deploy Systems Engineering processes and MBSE workflows across programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Collaborate within Agile development environments, supporting incremental delivery and continuous integration of system models</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Support classified programs, ensuring compliance with security requirements and configuration management practices</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Contribute to proposal efforts, technical reviews, and customer engagements related to MBSE, Systems Engineering, and Digital Engineering </span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Assist in developing, implementing and sustaining Digital Engineering and Digital Thread concepts across engineering and all lifecycle phases</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Perform other MBSE and Systems Engineering related tasks as required</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>QUALIFICATIONS</strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="none">Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a closely related discipline</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">5+ years of direct Cameo modeling experience, with strong experience and working knowledge of SysML, Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), Digital Engineering, and System of Systems engineering</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with MBSE best practices and real-world implementation</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience using system modeling tools such as Cameo/MagicDraw, Rhapsody, Cameo Simulation Toolkit, or similar</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with Systems Engineering for aircraft, space systems, spacecraft, satellites, missile systems, threat systems, kill vehicles, ground stations, or missile defense systems</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Experience with process development and deployment in engineering and environments</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Familiarity with Agile methodologies</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Active Secret security clearance, with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret clearance</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE</strong></p>
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<li><span data-contrast="auto">Master’s degree in a related engineering or technical field</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">More than one year of program experience working in a structured Agile environment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience supporting Department of Defense (DoD) programs</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiar with AFSIM and/or SpaceDEN</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Developing </span><span data-contrast="auto">digital twin and/or virtual twins</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience influencing or assisting with digital thread architectures</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Familiar with DoDI 5000.97, DoD Style Guide for MBSE, and other DoD documents, processes, and practices related to digital engineering and MBSE</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Documented completion of Lockheed Martin Systems Engineering Bootcamp Training</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Hands-on skills in software programming (Python, C++, etc.), utilizing Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning (AI/ML)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Experience in reliability engineering, predictive analytics, parametric models, probabilistic, point estimates, and deterministic modeling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Utilize and participate in industry standards organizations and working groups (SAE, AIAA, IEEE, INCONSE, RAMS, etc.) to continuously assess and acquire the latest technological solutions and techniques</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="none">Hands-on experience with Teamcenter for Product Lifecycle Management (PLM)</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Active Top Secret security clearance</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong><span data-contrast="auto">KEY COMPETENCIES </span></strong></p>
<ul>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Expert-levelproficiencyin Cameo MBSE modeling</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240,"335559991":360}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong understanding ofSysMLsemantics and best practices</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240,"335559991":360}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Firm understanding and experience in Digital Engineering development and sustainment</span><span data-ccp-props="{"201341983":0,"335559685":720,"335559739":0,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Leadership in driving MBSE adoption and engineering transformation</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Strong collaboration skills across systems, software, hardware, and operations teams</span></li>
<li><span data-contrast="auto">Attention to rigor, traceability, and compliance in regulated DoD environments</span></li>
</ul>
<p><strong>COMPENSATION</strong></p>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Base Salary:</span></strong>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">III: $105,000 - $160,000</span></strong></li>
<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="1" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Senior: $130,000- $195,000</span></strong></li>
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<li data-leveltext="" data-font="Symbol" data-listid="2" data-list-defn-props="{"335552541":1,"335559685":720,"335559991":360,"469769226":"Symbol","469769242":[8226],"469777803":"left","469777804":"","469777815":"hybridMultilevel"}" data-aria-posinset="2" data-aria-level="1"><strong><span data-contrast="none">Equity + Benefits</span></strong><span data-contrast="none"> including Health, Dental, Vision, HRA/HSA options, PTO and paid holidays, 401K, Parental Leave</span><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"> </span></li>
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<p><span data-ccp-props="{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":240}"><em><span class="TextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0" lang="EN-US" data-contrast="none"><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">Your actual level and base salary will be </span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0">determined</span><span class="NormalTextRun SCXW83253800 BCX0"> on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on the following considerations: job-related knowledge and skills, education, location, and experience.</span></span></em><span class="EOP SCXW83253800 BCX0" data-ccp-props="{"335559739":0}"> </span></span></p>
<p><strong>ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS</strong></p>
<ul>
<li><strong>Work Location</strong>—Successful candidates will be located near Denver or Long Beach. </li>
<li><strong>Work environment</strong>—the work environment; temperature, noise level, inside or outside, or other factors that will affect the person's working conditions while performing the job.</li>
<li><strong>Physical demands</strong>—the physical demands of the job, including bending, sitting, lifting and driving.</li>
</ul>
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