Jr. Model Based Systems Engineer
Arlington, TX - USA
Job Summary
About Leidos Gibbs & Cox
Leidos Gibbs & Cox the largest independent naval architecture and marine engineering firm in the United States has been shaping the maritime industry since 1929. Our designs have supported 24 classes of naval combatants and nearly 7000 vessels worldwide. Today we continue to deliver innovative solutions across the full lifecycle of marine design construction and sustainmentsupporting both U.S. and international military and commercial clients.
We are currently supporting a next-generation battleship program operating on a highly accelerated design schedule. This pace introduces unique integration and cybersecurity challenges creating an exciting opportunity to contribute to a high-impact mission-critical effort.
The Opportunity
Leidos Gibbs & Cox is seeking a Junior Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to join our Systems Engineering Integration Team in support of this cutting-edge battleship program. As part of an interdisciplinary team you will apply Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies to support the U.S. Navy Guided Missile Battleship (BBG(X)) program.
This is an exciting opportunity to work on advanced naval platforms collaborate with experienced engineers and architects and contribute to the future of maritime defense technology.
Location: This position is fully remote; however candidates must reside in the Washington DC area and be available to attend customer meetings as needed.
Primary Responsibilities
In this role you will:
Collect and organize shipbuilding artifacts and design information from stakeholders related to design decisions
Create maintain and manage Cameo Systems Modeler models
Develop presentation materials to communicate model status metrics and program updates
Collaborate with MBSE architects systems engineers and cross-functional stakeholders
Support systems engineering activities throughout the design and integration lifecycle
Basic Qualifications
Bachelors degree and less than 2 years of relevant experience or equivalent experience
Experience creating models in Cameo Systems Modeler
Understanding of systems engineering principles including system specification analysis design verification and validation
Proficiency with SysML
Ability to work under moderate supervision and collaboratively within project teams
U.S. Citizenship with the ability to obtain a SECRET clearance
Preferred Qualifications
Self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple tasks and navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment
Experience with Teamwork Cloud and federated models
Experience supporting defense or complex systems development programs (Navy program experience preferred)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Familiarity with DoD acquisition processes and methodologies
If youre looking for comfort keep scrolling. At Leidos we outthink outbuild and outpace the status quo because the mission demands it. Were not hiring followers. Were recruiting the ones who disrupt provoke and refuse to fail. Step 10 is ancient history. Were already at step 30 and moving faster than anyone else dares.
Original Posting:
May 6 2026For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.
Pay Range:
Pay Range $57850.00 - $104575.00The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job education experience knowledge skills and abilities as well as internal equity alignment with market data applicable bargaining agreement (if any) or other law.
Required Experience:
Junior IC
About Company
Leidos is an innovation company rapidly addressing the world's most vexing challenges in national security and health. Our 47,000 employees collaborate to create smarter technology solutions for customers in these critical markets.