Defense Systems Engineer

Dr Inc; Huntsville (AL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company paid medical and dental

3 weeks vacation

Sick leave 2 weeks

Performance bonuses

Education reimbursement

401K (15% company funded)

Job summary

Delta Research in Huntsville, AL seeks a Model and Simulation Developer/Engineer to build and apply models, simulations and data analysis tools for DoD missile defense systems. You will assess performance under ground and flight test conditions.

The ideal candidate has strong programming skills (Python, C++, FORTRAN), OOP, numerical methods, and exposure to AI methods to improve software development and system analysis.

Qualifications

• 3+ years DoD-related experience.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance (SECRET preferred).
• Strong programming and object-oriented design skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop models and simulations for DoD missile defense systems.
• Analyze tool outputs to assess performance under tests and operations.
• Apply numerical methods and AI techniques to improve software and analysis.

Skills

Python

C++

FORTRAN

OOP

Numerical methods

AI methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering/math/physics/CS

Job description

Model and Simulation Developer/Engineer

Position Description

• Support development of models, simulations, and data analysis tools for complex Department of Defense (DoD) missile defense systems.
• Apply these tools to assess system performance under operational, ground test, and flight test conditions.
• Requires strong background in programming (e.g. Python, C++, FORTRAN), competence in Object-Oriented Programming, ability to apply complex numerical methods in S/W development, understanding of Artificial Intelligence methods to improve S/W development efficiency and capability, and ability to understand how complex defense weapons systems work and utilize models and simulations to assess their performance.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Math, Physics, Computer Science or similar scientific field.

Security Clearance Requirements

Ability to obtain a security clearance is required. In-place SECRET clearance desired.

Experience Requirements

Mid-Level candidates with 3+ years' experience in DoD-related programs considered.

Anticipated Salary Range

$60,000 to $100,000 dependent on experience

Location

Huntsville, AL

Start Date

Immediate

Delta Research is a small engineering company located in Huntsville, AL focused on providing superior engineering analysis and technical solutions to the U.S. government. Since its founding in 1978, Delta Research has grown into a mature organization providing research, technology development, engineering, and test and evaluation services to the Military and Defense Community in a wide spectrum of scientific disciplines. Our highly qualified staff skillfully analyzes all aspects of weapon system design, development and testing in a technically correct and professional manner.

We place the highest priority on providing our employees with the tools and environment they need to succeed, to include a superior benefits package that includes company paid medical and dental insurance, company paid holidays (11 days), vacation (3-weeks) and sick leave (2-weeks), performance bonuses, education reimbursement, and a 401K retirement plan (company funded to 15% of salary).