Model Based Systems Engineer at Applied Research Solutions
Colorado Springs, CO
$150,000–$160,000from the description
Jul 17, 2026
Colorado Springs, CO
Jul 21, 2026
What this job asks for AI summary
A senior systems engineering role focused on applying MBSE principles to defense programs, primarily involving SysML modeling, DoDAF architecture development, and weapons systems simulation. The work spans the full system lifecycle — from concept development and trade-space analysis to validation, testing, and technical documentation — in support of Air Force acquisition and sustainment programs. Suits experienced engineers with a strong DoD background and Top Secret clearance.
Senior level · 15+ years · National · Bachelor's required · Top Secret clearance · Full-time
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Why we read it this way (8)
No work location or CBSA is specified in the posting; the role appears to support DoD/Air Force programs but no city or base is named.
The degree requirement is complex: the JD accepts a BS/BA in Electrical or Computer Engineering with 15 years of experience (5 in DoD), an MS/MA in Electrical Engineering with 12 years (5 in DoD), or 20 years of directly related experience with certifications (8 in DoD). The minimum formal degree path that includes a degree is a Bachelor's, so the degree requirement is set to Bachelors; the overall years minimum reflects the lowest stated experience threshold (15 years under the BS path).
Top Secret clearance is explicitly required; the posting does not specify TS/SCI or a polygraph, so it is treated as Top Secret only.
MBSE, SysML, DoDAF, and Cameo Enterprise Architecture are all listed under the core responsibilities/requirements section with firm language ('demonstrated expertise', 'hands-on expertise') and are treated as hard gates. 'Or similar platforms' for Cameo means the specific tool is interchangeable, but the capability itself is required.
Weapons systems modeling and Air Force SEAM processes appear as contextual/emphasis items within the responsibilities narrative rather than as standalone gating requirements, so they are marked preferred.
SOC classification is Medium confidence: MBSE is a specialized systems engineering discipline that sits closest to 15-1299 (Computer Occupations, All Other); 15-1211 (Computer Systems Analysts) is a reasonable runner-up given the systems analysis and architecture work described.
Ignored 3 non-technology phrase(s) as skills (responsibilities/concepts, not named tools): Cameo Enterprise Architecture, systems modeling, weapons systems modeling.
Requires a Top Secret clearance — the cleared population is a small fraction of this occupation, so the real candidate pool is materially smaller than the estimate below, which does not model clearance.
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