Defense Modeling & Simulation Engineer

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to develop and integrate software models for the Aegis Weapon System and other defense platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate models and enable flight tests for mission-critical insights.

Responsibilities include prototyping algorithms, integrating with simulation tools, verifying high-fidelity models, and architecting software solutions to optimize workflows in

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Proficient in modern C++ and Python.
• Proficient in using software revision control tools in a DevOps environment.
• 2+ years of experience as a software engineer or in developing modeling and simulation tools.
• Eligible for Interim Secret clearance by start date; U.S. citizenship required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and prototype algorithms for new capabilities and integrate them with simulation tools to support concept exploration and future capabilities for integrated air and missile defense systems.
• Assist in the verification and validation of high-fidelity combat system models.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to identify suitable modeling and simulation approaches.
• Review system requirements with internal teams and identify deficiencies.
• Architect integrated software solutions to optimize simulation workflows and support thorough analysis.
• Gain significant domain expertise in integrated air and missile defense systems.

Education

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field

MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field

Tools

Revision control (DevOps)

C++

Python

MATLAB

Java

Job description

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) seeks a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to develop and integrate software models for the Aegis Weapon System and other defense platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate models and enable flight tests for mission-critical insights.

Responsibilities include prototyping algorithms, integrating with simulation tools, verifying high-fidelity models, and architecting software solutions to optimize workflows in