University student projects experience high turnover, resulting in a loss of knowledge and experience. Turnover leads to increased project risk, development delays, and loss of institutional knowledge. These issues are particularly relevant for systems engineering teams as the discipline requires a broad range of competencies and expertise. This paper presents an experience report of a case study with results that suggest that it is possible to provide undergraduate students with a foundational body of SE knowledge using mission analysis as a learning platform. This activity can be completed within one semester and allows the undergrad students to continue learning independently.