Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) – Remote Opportunity | Fastwater Staffing
recruiting · Montreal, Canada · remote
📍 Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada (On-site preferred; exceptional remote candidates will be considered)
📄 Employment Type: Contract-to-Permanent (Preferred) / Contract
🏢 Work Arrangement: Remote Opportunity
🚀 Start Date: Immediate
💰 Compensation: TBD -- based on skills and experience
Important Screening Requirements
Candidates must possess both of the following non-negotiable qualifications:
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Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) experience, including SysML, Cameo Systems Modeler, functional decomposition, and requirements traceability.
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Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) operations experience, including spacecraft commissioning and/or routine satellite operations.
Please note: Candidates who do not have both MBSE and LEOP experience will not be considered.
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Exceptional candidates may be considered for a fully remote arrangement. Remote candidates must demonstrate significantly stronger MBSE expertise and satellite operations experience than on-site candidates.
About the Role
We are seeking an experienced Model-Based Systems Engineer (MBSE) to support the development of advanced satellite systems through modern digital engineering practices. In this role, you will develop and maintain system architectures, create model-based engineering artifacts, and ensure end-to-end requirements traceability while supporting spacecraft commissioning and operations during the Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP). The ideal candidate has a strong background in satellite systems engineering, MBSE methodologies, and mission operations, with the ability to collaborate across multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Key Responsibilities
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Develop and maintain system architectures using Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) methodologies.
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Create and manage SysML models using Cameo Systems Modeler.
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Perform functional decomposition and maintain end-to-end requirements traceability.
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Support digital engineering initiatives throughout the system development lifecycle.
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Develop and maintain Concept of Operations (CONOPS) documentation and system behavior models.
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Support spacecraft commissioning and Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) activities.
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Collaborate with systems, software, hardware, integration, and operations teams to ensure mission readiness.
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Participate in architecture reviews, engineering trade studies, and technical design reviews.
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Support systems integration, verification, validation, and operational readiness activities.
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Prepare engineering documentation and communicate technical recommendations to stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
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Demonstrated experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE).
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Hands-on experience with:
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SysML
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Cameo Systems Modeler
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Functional decomposition
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Requirements traceability
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Experience supporting Launch and Early Orbit Phase (LEOP) operations.
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Experience with spacecraft commissioning and/or routine satellite operations.
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Strong understanding of systems engineering principles and digital engineering methodologies.
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Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
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Ability to work effectively in multidisciplinary engineering teams.
Preferred Qualifications
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Experience developing Concept of Operations (CONOPS) documentation.
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Experience supporting LEO/MEO satellite systems or spacecraft development programs.
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Familiarity with digital engineering frameworks and MBSE best practices.
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Experience with satellite mission planning, systems integration, and spacecraft operations.
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Experience leading systems engineering trade studies and architecture reviews.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for an exceptional Model-Based Systems Engineer who combines deep MBSE expertise with real-world satellite operations experience. The ideal candidate has successfully applied SysML and Cameo Systems Modeler to develop robust system architectures while supporting spacecraft commissioning and LEOP activities. You are a collaborative systems thinker who can translate complex mission requirements into well-structured system models and deliver practical engineering solutions across the satellite lifecycle.
Montreal-based, on-site candidates remain the preferred choice. However, truly exceptional candidates with outstanding MBSE and satellite operations experience may be considered for a fully remote arrangement. Candidates with both MBSE and LEOP experience will be given the highest priority, as these are mandatory qualifications for the role.