MBSE Architect
Cyient
2 - 5 years
Bengaluru
Posted: 21/02/2026
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Job Description
- Head Systems Engineering & Digital Thread will lead the design, implementation, and governance of model-based and data-driven engineering frameworks across the product lifecycle. This role is responsible for defining and executing the Digital Thread and Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) strategy across industries as applicable with focus on aerospace programs, ensuring data continuity, traceability, and compliance with applicable standards. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams and customers to deliver digitally integrated engineering solutions leveraging
- SysML, PLM, CAD, and simulation toolchains.
- Job DescriptionKey Responsibilities
- Define and execute the Digital Thread and MBSE roadmap aligned to customer and enterprise goals.
- Architect end-to-end digital thread data models connecting requirements, design, analysis, verification, and manufacturing systems.
- Lead implementation of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) practices using SysML and related tools (Cameo, Rhapsody, Enterprise Architect, etc.).
- Develop system architecture frameworks and modeling standards aligned with ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288 and 42010.
- Integrate MBSE with PLM, ALM, and simulation environments using OSLC and STEP standards.
- Ensure lifecycle traceability in compliance with applicable standards ( for e.g for Aerospace ARP4754A, DO-178C, and DO-254 requirements).
- Provide technical leadership to multi-disciplinary teams delivering aerospace system models and digital continuity solutions.
- Engage with customer engineering teams to define and deliver digital transformation engagements in aerospace programs.
- Establish governance frameworks, KPIs, and maturity models for digital engineering adoption.
- Promote workforce development, MBSE upskilling, and organizational change management.
- Required Skills
- Strong foundation in Systems Engineering principles and lifecycle processes (ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288).
- Proficiency in Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) and SysML modeling languages.
- Hands-on experience with MBSE tools such as Cameo Systems Modeler, IBM Rhapsody, Capella, or Enterprise Architect.
- In-depth understanding of Digital Thread and Digital Twin concepts across product lifecycle stages.
- Experience with PLM and data interoperability frameworks (Teamcenter, Windchill, Enovia, OSLC, STEP/PLCS).
- Knowledge of aerospace development standards such as ARP4754A, ARP4761A, DO-178C, and DO-254.
- Strong system architecture and model integration skills across mechanical, electrical, and software domains.
- Familiarity with enterprise data management and configuration management principles (EIA-649, MIL-HDBK-61A).
- Understanding of CAD, CAE, and simulation environments and their integration with MBSE models.
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.
- Preferred Skills
- Experience in deploying digital thread solutions in aerospace or defense programs.
- Knowledge of Digital Twin frameworks
- Understanding of software lifecycle standards
- Familiarity with UAF (Unified Architecture Framework) or Enterprise Architecture methods (TOGAF).
- Awareness of data analytics, AI/ML, and simulation data management in engineering workflows.
- Certifications such as INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, PMP, or SysML tool certification.
- Educational Qualification
- - Bachelors or Masters degree in Aerospace Engineering, Systems Engineering, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering.
- - Certification in INCOSE CSEP/ESEP, PMP, or SysML preferred.
- Experience
- - 1220 years of total experience in aerospace systems engineering or product development.
- - Minimum 5 years leading MBSE/Digital Thread implementation projects.
- - Experience in aerospace certification processes (ARP4754A, DO-178C/DO-254) preferred.
- - Proven experience integrating MBSE, PLM, and simulation ecosystems across the product lifecycle.
- Awareness of Relevant Standards
- - ISO/IEC/IEEE 15288, ISO/IEC/IEEE 42010, ISO 10303 (STEP/PLCS)
- - SAE ARP4754A, ARP4761A, RTCA DO-178C, DO-254, DO-331
- - OSLC, SysML v1/v2, LOTAR, ASME Y14.41
- - DoD Digital Engineering Strategy (2018)
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