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George Mason University is hiring a Research Engineer: Systems Engineering and Software Development. The engineer joins a multidisciplinary team building a next generation Digital Engineering prototype system, developing operational ontologies, mathematical algorithms, and control algorithms. This role also refines technical requirements, builds prototypes, and helps package and deliver systems engineering and software products to clients.

Highlights

Develop and integrate operational ontologies, mathematical algorithms, and control algorithms for a Digital Engineering prototype system.
Formulate system design and develop, integrate, and test software code.
Refine technical requirements, build prototypes, and perform system-level analysis.
Work within a small team of developers and engineers to design and implement deployable code.
Support the C5I Center, the nation’s first civilian university-based center for military and national security applications of IT and cybersecurity.
Bachelor's degree in a related field required, with proficiency in mathematical algorithms and coding.
Familiarity with systems, mechanical, or electrical engineering, or computer science.
Master's degree and experience with SysML, MATLAB, Python, ROS2, or Omniverse preferred.
U.S. citizenship required due to the nature of sponsor funding.
Telework-friendly role with the ability to work remotely 1-3 days per week.

Research Engineer: Systems Engineering and Software Development Full Description

Department:

Col of Engineering and Computing

Classification:

Research Staff 12-month

Job Category:

Research Staff

Job Type:

Full-Time

Work Schedule:

Full-time (1.0 FTE, 40 hrs/wk)

Location:

Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type:

Hybrid Eligible

Sponsorship Eligibility:

Not eligible for visa sponsorship

Salary:

Salary commensurate with education and experience

Restricted:

Yes

Criminal Background Check:

Yes

About the Department:

The C5I Center at Mason is the nation’s first and only civilian university-based center offering a comprehensive academic and research program in Military/National Security applications of information technology and cyber security. The Center’s mission is to perform advanced research in defense, intelligence, and security-related applications in IT and Cyber Security, bridging cultural gaps and aligning requirements between government, industry, and academia. It serves as a multi-disciplinary hub connecting faculty and researchers wanting to work on areas related to the Center’s mission and be widely recognized as a premier source of knowledge and innovation to military and civilian authorities.

About the Position:

The primary purpose of the position performs systems engineering activities to support digital engineering and digital transformation activities with Model-based Systems Engineering.

Please note, this is not a 100% remote/virtual position, but is telework friendly. Depending upon your department/office, you may have the ability to telework 1-3 days per week.

Responsibilities:

Part of a multidisciplinary team developing a next generation Digital Engineering prototype system. Develops and integrates operational ontologies, mathematical algorithms, dynamic and control algorithms, and advanced systems engineering approaches in support of digital engineering and digital transformation.
Collaboratively completes project tasks; formulates system design, develops and integrates code, tests, and documents system implementation/software code.
Refines technical requirements, develops prototypes, and performs system level analysis.
Works within a small team of developers and engineers to design and implement deployable code. Assists in the packaging and delivery of systems engineering and software products to clients.
Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Experience building software applications with a focus on Systems Engineering tools.
Proficiency in systems engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, and/or computer science (or equivalent experience).
Proficiency in mathematical algorithms and coding.
Must possess the ability to work collaboratively as part of a multi-disciplinary team.
Must have U.S. citizenship due to the nature of sponsor funding.

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s degree in related technical field.
Previous work experience with vehicle systems, knowledge of military systems, and experience with SysML, MATLAB, Python, ROS2, Issac SIM, WindChill, and/or Omniverse.
Experience with performance optimization, system sensitivity, and trade-off analysis.
Experience with ontologies and mathematical algorithms.

Instructions to Applicants:

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Research Engineer: Systems Engineering and Software Development at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and resume for review. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Posting Open Date:

August 28, 2026

For Full Consideration, Apply by:

September 24, 2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Mason Ad Statement

George Mason University is a nationally ranked R1 research university committed to creating a more just, free, and prosperous world. With 40,000 enrolled students, George Mason is the largest and most diverse public research university in Virginia, offering degree programs at the master’s, doctoral, and professional level, along with certificates and credentials.

George Mason fosters an All Together Different environment for students, faculty, and staff, driven by our core beliefs. We believe in inclusivity over exclusivity; we believe in advancing our mission by being willing to take risks, not avoiding them; and we believe our best work is possible when we apply our diversity of origin, identity, circumstance, and thought.

Equity Statement

George Mason University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, committed to promoting inclusion and equity in its community. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any characteristic protected by law.

Campus Safety Information

Mason’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report is available at http://police.gmu.edu/annual-security-report/

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