About Careertakes

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is seeking an Engineer II (Systems Engineer) to support Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) for a major aerial systems program. This role is ideal for an early-career engineer who wants hands-on experience building and sustaining SysML system models and translating engineering artifacts into model content.

• Support the development and maintenance of System Modeling Language (SysML) models using MagicDraw/Cameo.
• Capture system requirements, interfaces, and design in the System Model following defined processes and modeling standards.
• Interpret engineering drawings, specifications, technical reports and translate them into model content and supporting technical documentation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and external partners to ensure model accuracy and traceability.
• Manage assigned tasks to meet schedules; demonstrate dependable work habits and attention to detail.
• Support one or more project efforts and adapt to evolving customer needs for system model development and sustainment.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in engineering or a related technical discipline, or equivalent engineering experience.
• Typically 0–2 years of engineering experience (Entry-Level / Engineer II).
• General understanding of engineering concepts, principles, and systems engineering fundamentals.
• Strong written and verbal communication, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to learn new concepts quickly and organize work to meet established timetables.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; reliable and schedule-oriented.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a DoD security clearance is required.
• U.S. Citizenship required for this role.
• EIT (Engineer in Training) certificate is desirable.

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Preferred Skills & Tools

• Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience or coursework.
• SysML modeling expertise.
• Hands-on experience with MagicDraw / Cameo (or equivalent SysML tools).
• Familiarity with systems requirements capture, interface control, and technical data translation.
• Comfortable with technical documentation and standards-driven model development.

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Compensation & Logistics

• Employment type: Full-Time.
• Workstyle: Hybrid (eligible for hybrid schedule; typically ~1 day onsite per week depending on program needs).
• Location: Poway, CA (on-site/hybrid).
• Pay range: $69,500 — $116,375 per year. Actual pay is based on experience, education, and other job-related factors.
• Travel: 0%–25% (as required by projects).
• Relocation assistance: Not provided.
• Clearance: Ability to obtain and maintain DoD Secret (desired / required depending on assignment).
• Benefits highlights: 401(k) with company match, pension plan, on-site amenities, bonus eligibility (ICP), EV charging, and other standard benefits.

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Why Apply

• Join a systems engineering team focused on MBSE and long-term sustainment of a high-profile aerial platform.
• Early-career growth opportunities with exposure to system architecture, requirements engineering, and model-based practice.
• Hybrid schedule and competitive benefits with clear paths for advancement.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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