Air Combat Modeling and Simulation Analyst

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

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Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks researchers to advance air combat systems modeling and simulation. You will build and apply models of aircraft, weapons, sensors, and communications, conducting mission-level analyses to inform system requirements, acquisition decisions, and force design in a defense context.

Candidates should have a PhD in a technical field, strong coding skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, and experience with simulations, plus the ability to work

Qualifications

• PhD in engineering, physics, computer science, applied mathematics, OR or related field.
• Experience developing or applying models and simulations through coursework, research, internships, or work.
• Experience using Python, MATLAB, C++, or another programming language.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with ability to apply concepts to operational problems.
• Ability to work independently and in a multidisciplinary team, with clear communication; U.S. citizenship required for clearance.

Responsibilities

• Build, integrate, test, and improve models of aircraft, weapons, sensors, countermeasures, and other mission systems.
• Apply AFSIM and other tools to analyze air combat and precision strike missions in contested environments.
• Design simulation experiments and evaluate performance at multiple levels.
• Use MATLAB, Python, and other software to automate simulations, process data, visualize results, and improve workflows.
• Collaborate with engineers, military operators, program offices, and decision-makers to frame questions and communicate findings.

Skills

Python

MATLAB

C++

Education

PhD

Tools

AFSIM

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks researchers to advance air combat systems modeling and simulation. You will build and apply models of aircraft, weapons, sensors, and communications, conducting mission-level analyses to inform system requirements, acquisition decisions, and force design in a defense context.

Candidates should have a PhD in a technical field, strong coding skills in Python, MATLAB, C++, and experience with simulations, plus the ability to work