AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Leidos Inc; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health and Wellness programs

Retirement benefits

Paid Leave

Job summary

A leading technology and defense company is seeking an AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer with active TS/SCI clearance. This role involves developing system models for a simulation environment, collaborating with teams, and preparing analytical reports. Candidates should have 8+ years of experience with a Bachelor's degree in a related field, proficiency in C++, and strong interpersonal skills. The position offers a competitive salary within a range of $87,100.00 to $157,450.00 and emphasizes collaboration in solving complex challenges.

Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• 8+ years of experience with Bachelor's or 6+ years with Master's.
• Experience with CMake and Visual Studio for compiling AFSIM extensions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate system models into AFSIM simulation.
• Collaborate with a cross-functional team.
• Prepare documentation and analytic reports for mission objectives.

Skills

Proficiency in C++

Modeling & Simulation (M&S) techniques

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong English-language writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field

Master's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field

Tools

CMake

Visual Studio

AFSIM

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Description

Leidos is seeking an AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Engineer with an active TS/SCI to support the National Space Intelligence Center (NSIC) at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, Ohio. This role combines strong technical expertise with excellent collaboration skills, working alongside government personnel, contractors, and a team of engineers and scientists to solve complex challenges involving highly advanced systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop and integrate system models (satellites, radars, aircraft, missiles, command & control) into a large-scale, many-on-many AFSIM simulation environment.
• Collaborate closely with a small, cross-functional team of government and contractor staff.
• Create AFSIM representations of space and ground systems for AF/DoD use, applying engineering judgment to address intelligence gaps and accurately model real-world systems.
• Utilize CI/CD tools to test and evaluate AFSIM models prior to delivery.
• Prepare documentation, analytic reports, and multimedia products to support mission objectives.

Basic Qualifications

• Active TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field with 8+ years of experience; OR Master's degree with 6+ years of experience. Equivalent experience, training, or certifications may be accepted in place of a degree.
• Proficiency in C++ and Modeling & Simulation (M&S) techniques.
• Experience with CMake and Visual Studio for building and compiling AFSIM extensions and plug-ins.
• Experience with AFSIM (Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling), including extensions and plug-ins.
• Strong English-language writing and briefing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a highly technical, collaborative environment.
• Ability to work independently under tight deadlines in a mixed government-contractor setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in CS, CE, EE, or related field.
• Prior experience at NSIC or NASIC, working with Intelligence Community models and all-source analysis.
• Familiarity with radars, aircraft, missiles, space vehicles, and tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, and Simulink Coder.

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Original Posting: December 11, 2025

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

Pay Range: Pay Range $87,100.00 - $157,450.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.