Systems Architect / Digital Engineering Architect

About the Role CIYIS is seeking an experienced Systems Architect / Digital Engineering Architect to support enterprise Digital Engineering, MBSE, Digital Thread, architecture modernization, repository integration, and engineering transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate is capable of designing, implementing, and governing future-state engineering ecosystems that connect requirements, models, engineering data, testing, manufacturing, sustainment, analytics, and operational outcomes into a unified Digital Engineering environment. This role combines enterprise architecture, systems engineering, technical leadership, solution design, stakeholder engagement, and modernization planning responsibilities. Key Responsibilities Develop enterprise and solution architectures. Design Digital Thread and interoperability strategies. Support MBSE and Digital Engineering initiatives. Develop modernization roadmaps and future-state architectures. Define standards-based integration frameworks and API strategies. Support architecture governance and technical review boards. Evaluate engineering tools, cloud platforms, and emerging technologies. Facilitate stakeholder workshops and requirements sessions. Develop technical architecture deliverables and recommendations. Required Qualifications Minimum 10 years of systems architecture experience. Experience supporting Digital Engineering initiatives. Experience with Enterprise Architecture and Systems Engineering. Experience supporting engineering, manufacturing, or product development organizations. Knowledge of Digital Thread and lifecycle traceability concepts. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Certifications Candidates possessing one or more of the following are highly desired: TOGAF CSEP OCSMP SAFe Agilist AWS Solutions Architect Azure Solutions Architect Preferred Technologies Cameo / MagicDraw Sparx Enterprise Architect ARIS Windchill Codebeamer Teamcenter SAP Snowflake Databricks Microsoft Fabric Power BI AWS Azure Ideal Candidate You enjoy connecting strategy, engineering, technology, and operations into cohesive architectures that enable mission outcomes. You can communicate effectively with executives, engineers, architects, and developers alike.