System Architect – MDDI, MBSE

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in Illinois.

📋 Description

• Oversee the development and upkeep of system, operational, data, and integration architecture utilizing MBSE and DoDAF/UAF frameworks.

• Create and manage system models (SysML/UML) that encapsulate requirements, interfaces, workflows, and comprehensive mission threads with complete traceability.

• Propel the digital engineering strategy, emphasizing the adoption of the digital thread, authoritative models, and model-driven decision-making processes.

• Convert business, operational, and technical requirements into scalable solution architectures that facilitate enterprise systems and integrations.

• Define integration patterns, interface specifications, and interoperability criteria across DoD and partner systems.

• Establish architecture governance, modeling standards, and technical baselines; aid in design reviews and leadership presentations.

• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, functional, and program teams to address risks, identify gaps, and manage cross-domain dependencies.

• Contribute to the formulation of technology roadmaps, transition planning, and implementation strategies for enterprise transformation.

⛳️ Requirements

• U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance or the capability to obtain one.

• A minimum of 7 years of experience in designing enterprise, system, or solution architectures within DoD or similar environments.

• Proven systems engineering proficiency, including the breakdown of complex systems and modeling of structure, behavior, interfaces, and data.

• Familiarity with SysML/UML modeling techniques and experience using recognized MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw, Sparx EA, Rhapsody, GENESYS).

• Understanding of DoDAF, UAF, or comparable architecture frameworks.

• Excellent communication skills, including experience presenting technical concepts to senior stakeholders.

• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• Strong written and verbal communication abilities, capable of briefing technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Innovative and adaptable in problem-solving approaches.

• Ability to engage with clients to comprehend their requirements.

• Exceptional organizational and time-management capabilities.

• Professional demeanor.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive salaries.

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package.

• Paid holidays aligned with the Federal calendar.

• Comprehensive health benefits, including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.

• 401(k) retirement plan.

• Team-building events.

• Support for professional development.