Simulation Systems Engineer (Electrical OR Mechanical) - 29416

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Nellis Air Force Base Census-Designated Place (NV); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks an Electromechanical Engineer to join the JSE team at Nellis AFB, NV. You will support integration, testing, and maintenance of flight simulators and related hardware/software, working closely with government customers and cross‑functional teams.

The role requires experience with high‑fidelity simulators, a DoD clearance, and strong communication and problem‑solving skills for on‑site operations at the JITTC‑N facility.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years experience with a bachelor’s degree; 3 years with a master’s; or 0 years with a Ph.D./J.D.
• Related degree fields include electrical, mechanical, aerospace, systems, computer, mechatronics, engineering technology.
• Prior experience with high‑fidelity flight simulators for military aircraft and weapon systems.
• Active DoD Top Secret clearance or ability to obtain DoD TS/SCI and SAP/SAR clearances.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties in electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of JSE training systems.
• Support the JSE engineering team to sustain, develop, test, and configuration‑manage flight simulators and related systems.
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair flight cockpit hardware and software infrastructure components.
• Develop simulation software unit tests and automated test scripts; document maintenance data.

Skills

Communication skills

Documentation

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, aerospace, systems, computer, mechatronics or related field

Tools

Red Hat Linux

C/C++ knowledge

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking an Electromechanical Engineer to work on a team executing integration efforts on the Modeling, Simulation, and Training environment at the Joint Integrated Test and Training Center – Nellis (JITTC‑N), Nellis AFB, NV, supporting the U.S. Air Force Warfare Center, Joint Simulation Environment (JSE) team. The role provides on‑site M&S support to achieve advanced tactics, training, and test capability for Government personnel operating under USAFWC/ACC.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of duties in the electronic, mechanical, electromechanical, or optical areas in support of 31st Combat Training Squadron’s JSE training systems.
• Support the JSE engineering team to sustain, develop, test, and configuration‑manage flight simulators and associated mission debrief systems and tools, including simulator facilities and structures (heating, cooling, power systems).
• Perform operational testing on electrical and mechanical component upgrades to sustain JSE MITL training devices with a focus on maintaining highest levels of effectiveness and reliability.
• Install, calibrate, maintain, and repair JSE flight simulator cockpits and associated support computer hardware and software infrastructure components.
• Perform changes and updates to flight simulators and support equipment as required.
• Perform required readiness checks on flight simulation equipment and instruments.
• Conduct and document preventive maintenance checks for simulator and support equipment.
• Troubleshoot, repair, and document malfunctions of simulators and support equipment.
• Remove and replace faulty equipment and complete maintenance data collection records.
• Assist with installation and check‑out of simulator and support equipment modifications.
• Work from engineering drawings and written or verbal instructions.
• Apply comprehensive knowledge to solve complex problems by interpreting technical manuals.
• Support real‑time simulation development and Software‑in‑the‑Loop and Hardware‑in‑the‑Loop testing.
• Support peer reviews of simulation models, analysis tools, and other software modules as required.
• Develop and implement simulation software unit tests and other automated test scripts as required.
• Develop simulation tool and software documentation using company guidelines and best‑practice industry practice as required.
• Develop briefing materials on simulator readiness, maintenance status, and schedules.
• Facilitate rapid resolution of identified issues that impact operations through communication with task leads, program management, and other leadership.
• Collaborate daily with system administrators, field technicians/engineers, and customer engineering and program management teams.
• Support development of simulation and analysis related data deliverables for briefings to engineering teams, program manager, and government customers.
• Perform other engineering duties as required.

Qualifications Required

• Minimum 5 years experience with a bachelor’s degree in a related field; 3 years with a master’s; or 0 years with a Ph.D. or Juris Doctorate.
• Related degree fields include electrical, mechanical, aerospace, systems, computer, mechatronics, engineering technology disciplines.
• Prior experience with high‑fidelity flight simulators for military aircraft and weapon systems.
• Strong communication, computer, documentation, presentation, and interpersonal skills; ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Active DOD Top Secret clearance within the last 24 months.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DoD TS/SCI and relevant SAP/SAR clearance.
• Demonstrated initiative, strong work ethic, rapid and effective problem‑solving, excellent communication, and schedule performance across the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Man‑In‑The‑Loop (MITL) military flight simulators.
• Experience with Air Force’s 5th Generation flight training systems.
• Experience with military aviation hardware and software development, integration, testing, and sustainment.
• Knowledge or experience with programming in Red Hat Linux environments, such as C or C++.

Physical Requirements

May require working in an office, industrial, shipboard, or laboratory environment; capable of climbing ladders and tolerating confined spaces and extreme temperature variances.

EEO Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.

Reasonable Accommodation

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e‑mail to [e-mail] and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Additionally, you may also call 1‑844‑849‑8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.