Our Systems Engineer opening is available to candidates as an 'In Office' position in our Houghton, Michigan location OR as a 'Remote' position if candidates are not in the Houghton area.
The Systems Engineer is responsible for development of system models and documentation using a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) approach, working directly with Clients, Engineering, and Project Management. This role will provide a critical function within our team, developing solutions from ideation through production. As such, this position requires an individual with a broad technical knowledge base, intellectual curiosity, and strong communication skills.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
The Systems Engineer is responsible for the following tasks, and others as assigned:
- Execute projects using MBSE tools including SysML software and legacy Systems Engineering tools as necessary;
- Develop use cases and requirements, activity diagrams, define logical and physical architectures, optimize and evaluate alternatives, and manage requirements traceability;
- Develop designs in compliance with MOSA as necessary, enabling modular design at system interfaces and ensuring program-to-program modularity;
- Evaluate designs for performance, safety, and reliability;
- Provides input to Project Managers for the development of project plans, schedules, and labor budgets;
- Periodic travel as necessary.
ACCOUNTABILITIES:
- Technical: Solve practical engineering problems and deal with a variety of variables and requirements in situations where only limited standardization exists. Meet project assignment expectations and client requirements.
- Cost: Understand and successfully execute to project scope, timeline, and labor budget.
- Quality: Deliver design solutions and technical documents that achieve client expectations for quality.
QUALIFICATIONS / ATTRIBUTES:
- Bachelor’s degree in an engineering field or equivalent work experience;
- 3+ years experience in specialized engineering or systems engineering preferred;
- Assembly management or top down design experience preferred;
- Experience with APQP process and tools (e.g. DFMEA, DVP&R, DFM, DFA) preferred;
- INCOSE ASEP certification preferred;
- Exposure to Model-Based Systems Engineering required;
- Object Management Group Model User certification required;
- Experience with Cameo and SysML preferred;
- Must demonstrate enthusiasm for excellence in technical execution and strong communication skills, both written and verbal;
- U.S. citizen or lawful permanent resident able to obtain a security clearance from the Department of Defense upon hiring.
