Staff Systems Engineer MBSE
General Atomics
Poway, CA · Posted October 19, 2026
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About the job
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI), an affiliate of General Atomics, is a world leader in proven, reliable remotely piloted aircraft and tactical reconnaissance radars, as well as advanced high-resolution surveillance systems. We have an exciting opportunity in Poway, California for a strong Systems Engineer with a Model Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) or DoDAF Architecture Framework background. To lead and assist on programs requiring system definition and model-based architecture development. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Will work with customers, operators, and end user surrogates to develop Concept of Operations (CONOPS) that lead to detailed system design and requirements. Will lead system architecture development through model-based systems engineering (MBSE) building a shared, configuration managed, architecture model at multiple levels that will be used by multiple functional groups and stakeholders on internal and customer funded programs. Will be the focal point on programs for system knowledge and design decisions. Candidate will be expected to have a solid understanding of the system, subsystems, and components, as well as all internal/external interfaces. Will help design and ensure compliance of interfaces between software and hardware using architecture models as the truth source and managing changes within the models when updates are required. Will develop data flows, activity diagrams, or sequence diagrams as appropriate to help define hardware and software systems. Will work on a wide range of products from Command/Control to Payloads to Exploitation systems, and work with a wide range of highly talented people from many technical disciplines. We recognize and appreciate the value and contributions of individuals with diverse backgrounds and experiences and welcome all qualified individuals to apply.