Responsible Systems Engineer (Rse)

DESE Research, Inc. is seeking a Responsible Systems Engineer (RSE) to join our System Concepts and Requirements (SC&R) team in Huntsville, Alabama. The selected candidate will lead cross-functional teams in developing system-level architectures and requirements to influence incremental system capabilities across multiple mission areas. This position involves leveraging Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) to evaluate architectural impacts and assess functional and behavioral performance for the defeat of advanced and emerging threats, including ballistic, aero-maneuvering, hypersonic, and countermeasure systems.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead system architecture development and requirements definition for complex defense systems.

• Apply MBSE principles to assess functional, interface, and performance impacts across systems and components.

• Conduct system-of-systems trade studies and analyses to inform architectural decisions.

• Develop and maintain Change Notices (CNs) for system specifications, including functional, interface, and performance requirements.

• Define and maintain architectural models and interface definitions.

• Support traceability verification between system-level and element-level requirements.

• Prepare and deliver technical briefings, documentation, and analysis products to internal and external stakeholders.

• Collaborate across disciplines to ensure technical consistency and alignment with overall system objectives.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor's, Master's, or Ph.D. degree in Engineering, Mathematics, or Physics required.

• Proven experience in architecture development, functional decomposition, and allocation of performance, functional, and interface requirements using system modeling tools.

• Strong background in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) using tools such as Cameo (MSOSA) and DOORS.

• Demonstrated experience in one or more relevant mission domains such as intercept systems, space sensors, fire control, command and control, or sensor integration (EO/IR/RF).

• Experience leading small teams and collaborating in cross-functional environments.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Expertise in MBSE methodologies, system modeling, and architectural analysis.

• Ability to perform trade studies and document results effectively.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience creating and presenting complex technical material.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced engineering environment.

Security Clearance Requirements

• Active DoD Secret Clearance required (Top Secret preferred).

About DESE

For the past 43 years, DESE has provided industry-leading technical and engineering solutions in the fields of Defense, Energy, Space, and Environment. As a small, family-oriented business, DESE provides a compelling benefits package including a generous profit-sharing plan, competitive salaries, and perhaps most importantly, the opportunity to work alongside talented professionals leveraging cutting-edge technologies to solve complex and engaging problems.

Why employees love working for DESE:

At DESE, we are committed to creating a company that is known for its respect and care for employees. We understand that happy employees are what keeps our business going and we strive to provide the best opportunities for each individual working on our team! Here are a few reasons you will love working here:

• Competitive health, dental and vision insurance with affordable premiums

• Flexible work schedules

• Two different flexible spending account options

• Company paid life insurance with options for employee paid additional

• Performance bonus program

• Education reimbursement program

• Company paid personal leave for approved philanthropic activities

• Vacation, Sick & Holiday leave

• Robust 401k profit sharing plan

• Opportunities for internal promotions

• Employee referral incentive program

• Rewards and gifts for service anniversaries

Disability Accommodation for Applicants – DESE Research, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in its job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system and you need an accommodation due to a disability, you may use the following alternative email address or phone number to contact us about your interest in employment with us: hrandsecurity@dese.com or 256-837-8004x123.