System Architect (MDDI/MBSE)

The role

This person will lead the development of enterprise architecture and system models using MBSE methodologies. They will support a Department of War digital engineering and SAP S/4HANA transformation program.

What you will do

• Lead development and maintenance of system, operational, data, and integration architecture using MBSE and DoDAF/UAF frameworks
• Develop and manage system models capturing requirements, interfaces, workflows, and end-to-end mission threads
• Drive digital engineering strategy including adoption of the digital thread and authoritative models
• Translate business, operational, and technical requirements into scalable solution architectures
• Define integration patterns, interface specifications, and interoperability requirements
• Establish architecture governance, modeling standards, and technical baselines
• Collaborate with engineering, cybersecurity, functional, and program teams
• Contribute to technology roadmaps, transition planning, and implementation strategies

Required qualifications

• U.S. citizenship with an active Secret clearance or ability to obtain one
• 7+ years of experience designing enterprise, system, or solution architectures in DoD or comparable environments
• Demonstrated systems engineering capability including decomposition of complex systems and modeling
• Working knowledge of SysML/UML modeling approaches
• Experience with recognized MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, MagicDraw, Sparx EA, Rhapsody, GENESYS)
• Familiarity with DoDAF, UAF, or similar architecture frameworks
• Strong communication skills including experience briefing technical concepts to senior stakeholders
• Bachelor’s degree in Systems Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Creativity and adaptability in problem-solving
• Ability to work with clients to understand their needs
• Strong organizational and time-management skills

Nice to have

• Active Secret clearance
• 5+ years of hands-on MBSE / digital engineering experience in complex systems environments
• Experience supporting DoD logistics, transportation, or ERP modernization programs
• Experience integrating COTS/ERP platforms with custom DoD systems
• Familiarity with cloud architectures, DevSecOps, or zero trust environments in DoD (e.g., AWS GovCloud, IL4/IL5)
• Knowledge of DoD acquisition lifecycle and business process reengineering
• Relevant certifications (e.g., INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, OCSMP, TOGAF, SAFe, AWS/Azure)
• Ability to work in a team environment, as well as independently
• Strong customer and vendor relationship skills
• Demonstrated ability to comply with data standards and policies

Benefits

• Competitive salaries
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• Paid holidays aligned to the Federal calendar
• Full health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Team building events
• Professional development support

Before you apply

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

About the company

CSCI is an information technology and financial management consulting firm. They apply a philosophy of "Do what is right, always."