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Principal Architect
Alexandria, VAApril 5th, 2026
DCS is an employee-owned organization with a reputation for agile and efficient development of technology solutions for U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets. We continue to provide innovative solutions with our multidisciplinary teams formed with exceptional employees. The DCS Air and Space Technology Sector are seeking a qualified candidate to apply advanced knowledge in the areas of MBSE engineering, computer science, and information technology for the technical design, development, and maintenance of complex programming projects supporting the National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC). As a member of our team, you will support U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) and National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC) efforts in Dayton, OH. This offers opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state-of-the-art technologies and Subject Matter Experts (SME) to develop solutions to unique client needs in research and development to improve the performance envelope of software and/or hardware systems and architecture, as well as processing performance. Model systems and the use of those models in support of the NASIC/NSIC mission.Candidates will lead the efforts of junior model-based systems engineers. Candidates must be able to work independently and as part of a technical team and have effective oral and written communication skills. Successful candidates will have strong problem solving and critical thinking skills. Essential Job Functions: Create system reference models. Perform and lead system analysis. Supervise the efforts of other model-based systems engineers. Write analysis reports and develop briefings. Work independently and in a team environment. Requirements: Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required. Applicants must have an active DoD Top Secret Security Clearance, with SCI eligibility. At a minimum, hold a master's degree in systems, electrical, aerospace, software, or mechanical engineering or similar degree with 12 or more years of relevant experience. Desired Skills: Master's Degree in Engineering field or related certifications such as OCSMP Certifications, INCOSE CSEP, or Project Management PMP (among others) Knowledge of the SysML 2.0 language update and experience translating models from SysML 1.x to 2.0 Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Java, C++, or Python Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other architecture frameworks. Knowledge of aerospace/defense systems and processes Knowledge of modeling and simulation (M&S) tools and practices Master's Degree in Engineering field or related certifications such as OCSMP Certifications, INCOSE CSEP, or Project Management PMP (among others) Knowledge of SysML 2.0 Knowledge of object-oriented programming languages, including Java, C++, or Python Experience with DoD Architecture Framework (DoDAF), Unified Architecture Framework (UAF), or other architecture frameworks. Ability to analyze architecture and engineering data to solve complex problems, recommend solutions, and improve products and processes Knowledge of aerospace/defense systems and processes AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Web & API: REST, RPS, SOAP, JAX-RS, JAX-WS, Spring, JSP, JSF, Flex, GWT, JSON, XML, XSLT Architecture & Modeling: SysML v1 and v2, Model Center, STK, UML, IBM Rhapsody, Cameo/MagicDraw, MBSE, Advance Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM), Arena Project leadership and client interface skills
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