Lead System Architect

nLogic is seeking an experienced Lead System Architect to join our team in El Segundo, CA.

You will serve as the technical lead for Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) activities supporting next-generation Military Satellite Communications (MILSATCOM) capabilities for the United States Space Force (USSF). In this role, you will provide leadership, direction, and oversight for system modeling efforts, ensuring consistency across architecture, requirements, interfaces, verification, and technical baseline management activities.

The MILSATCOM Systems Engineering, Integration, and Test (MSEIT) effort provides leading-edge Systems Engineering & Integration (SE&I) support for the U.S. Space Force''s Space Systems Command (SSC). We support the acquisition of state-of-the-art MILSATCOM systems, delivering secure, survivable, and protected communications capabilities to warfighters worldwide. We seek technical professionals who thrive in collaborative environments and are passionate about solving complex engineering challenges across integrated space and ground systems.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the Lead System Architect for MBSE activities, providing technical leadership and oversight for system modeling efforts
• Develop and maintain the program''s MBSE strategy, architecture, governance, standards, and implementation roadmap
• Define and maintain model architecture structures, viewpoints, decomposition strategies, relationships, naming conventions, and modeling standards
• Lead development and maintenance of integrated system models representing architecture, requirements, behavior, functions, interfaces, and verification relationships
• Establish and maintain traceability between mission needs, operational capabilities, requirements, interfaces, verification activities, and supporting engineering artifacts
• Define approaches for integrating and federating models and engineering data produced by government organizations, contractors, and stakeholders
• Evaluate contractor-developed models and modeling approaches for consistency with program architecture and technical baseline objectives
• Manage Teamwork Cloud repositories supporting multiple project usages and model integrations
• Manage connectivity and traceability between Cameo Systems Modeler and IBM Rational DOORS environments
• Collaborate with requirements engineers to maintain alignment between model architecture and authoritative requirements
• Coordinate with interface engineering teams to ensure logical and physical interfaces are accurately represented and maintained
• Support integration of verification and validation data into MBSE environments
• Facilitate technical reviews and provide architectural guidance to government and contractor stakeholders

Required Qualifications

• Must currently possess an active Secret security clearance with eligibility for TS/SCI access
• Bachelor''s degree in engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience supporting satellite systems, spacecraft development, or aerospace engineering activities
• Demonstrated experience leading MBSE efforts for complex systems
• Strong knowledge of systems engineering principles including architecture, requirements, interfaces, verification, validation, and configuration management
• Demonstrated experience developing and managing SysML-based system models
• 4+ years of hands-on experience using Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, or comparable MBSE tools
• Experience developing model architectures, reusable model structures, viewpoints, and traceability frameworks
• Experience supporting model configuration management, version control, and governance
• Ability to assess technical completeness, consistency, and quality of complex engineering models
• Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to engineering teams, government leadership, and stakeholders
• Experience coordinating activities across multidisciplinary technical organizations

Preferred Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• 8+ years of systems engineering experience supporting space, ground, or integrated space/ground systems
• 3+ years serving as an MBSE Lead, System Architect, Chief Modeler, or similar technical leadership role
• Advanced experience with Cameo Systems Modeler, MagicDraw, SysML, model governance, profiles, and reusable modeling frameworks
• Experience integrating MBSE environments with requirements management, configuration management, verification, and digital engineering tools
• Experience supporting system-of-systems architectures and integrated space and ground systems
• Familiarity with Department of Defense Digital Engineering initiatives and architecture frameworks
• Experience facilitating model-based reviews with government and contractor stakeholders
• INCOSE ASEP, CSEP, or ESEP certification
• OCSMP certification or equivalent MBSE certification

Work Conditions

• Work Model: Onsite
• Travel: Minimal
• Work Hours: Standard work hours

Why nLogic

At nLogic, we support mission-focused defense and space efforts that have real-world impact. Our teams work collaboratively alongside government and industry partners to deliver high-quality, mission-focused solutions.

As a 100% employee-owned company (ESOP), our employees directly share in the success of the organization, creating a culture of accountability, ownership, and long-term investment in our work.

We offer a stable environment with opportunities to develop new skills, take on meaningful responsibilities, and contribute to efforts that support national security and advanced technologies.

Summary of Benefits

nLogic offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance; paid time off; 401(k) retirement plan; Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP); and professional development support.

Position Details

• U.S. Citizenship is required

• Must currently possess an active Secret security clearance

• This role is performed on-site in El Segundo, CA

• Compensation: The anticipated salary range for this position is $125,700 to $185,370

How to Apply

Qualified candidates should submit their application through our online portal to be considered for this opportunity.

Equal Opportunity Employer

nLogic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

Below is the anticipated salary range for this position in the location listed in the job description. Actual compensation will depend on factors including experience, education, certifications, security clearance level, geographic location, contract labor category, and applicable government contract requirements.

Anticipated Salary Range

$125,700-$185,370 USD