Jr. Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer - Colorado Springs, CO

Davidson Technologies, Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); In loco; USD 70.000 - 100.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Davidson Technologies, Inc. in Colorado Springs seeks a Jr. Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer to support Threat Systems Engineering. You will work on high-fidelity threat modeling, data handling, and validation against test data within a DoD-focused team.

The role requires a STEM BS with 0–2 years (MS +2) and skills in Python or MATLAB, Linux, and data analysis. You’ll contribute to simulations and modeling in a distributed Linux environment, with DoD clearance expected.

Competenze

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM discipline preferred with 2 years of technical experience, or 0-2 years' experience with a Masters' Degree.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB or other scripting languages
• Foundational understanding of aerothermodynamics, radiative transfer, fluid dynamics, and molecular spectroscopy
• Foundational understanding of data analysis concepts
• Basic conceptual understanding of flight dynamics and aerodynamics

Mansioni

• Handle large-scale, multi-dimensional array datasets and validate simulated data against measured test or flight data.
• Apply analytical rigor and meticulous verification/validation of large technical datasets.
• Troubleshoot and diagnose simulation failures, including debugging legacy code and parsing complex logs.
• Collaborate with team and communicate findings effectively.

Conoscenze

Data engineering

Validation

Analytical rigor

Troubleshooting

Log parsing

Team collaboration

Python

MATLAB

C++

Formazione

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master's Degree

Strumenti

Python

MATLAB

Linux

Scripting languages

Descrizione del lavoro

Davidson has distinguished itself in the aerospace and missile defense industry with an outstanding reputation for excellence. Specifically, we're recognized for hiring noted experts, experienced engineers and scientists dedicated to designing and delivering advanced, intelligent technology solutions in defense of our Nation.

Davidson Technologies Inc. is seeking a Jr. Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer in Colorado Springs, CO.

Threat Systems Engineering (TSE) is responsible for the development and delivery of high-fidelity threat modeling products in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and MDA's Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). TSE is responsible for the development of models and simulations (M&S) used to stimulate element models of MDA's BMDS, including kinematic missile modeling, IR signature modeling, data production/analysis activities, and maintenance/sustainment activities for the entire TSE software baseline. TSE is a cornerstone element to the Threat and Advanced Simulations Development (TASD) contract.

Essential Functions:

• Data Engineering and Validation
  • Handling large-scale, multi-dimensional array datasets
  • Validating simulated data against measured test or flight data
• Analytical Rigor
  • A natural tendency toward thoroughness and attention to detail
  • Meticulous verification and validation of large, technical datasets
• Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
  • Systematic Root-Cause Analysis: Ability to logically isolate variables and trace errors to determine if a simulation failure is caused by bad input data, software bugs, or system configuration issues.
  • Legacy & Custom Code Debugging: Skilled at reading, parsing, and fixing errors in undocumented, in-house tools or legacy scripts (e.g., Python, MATLAB, C++) without relying on external support or documentation.
  • Log Parsing & Error Identification: Proficient at reading complex log files, console outputs, and stack traces to quickly pinpoint why a simulation run or data conversion tool crashed.
  • Data Sanity and "Silent Error" Detection: Able to identify and fix "silent failures" - where a tool runs to completion but produces physically or mathematically incorrect data.
• Team Collaboration
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize and execute tasks and enjoy working in a collaborative team environment.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline preferred with 2 years of technical experience, or 0-2 years' experience with a Masters' Degree.
• Proficiency in Python, MATLAB or other scripting languages
• Foundational understanding of aerothermodynamics, radiative transfer, fluid dynamics, and molecular spectroscopy
• Foundational understanding of data analysis concepts.
• Basic conceptual understanding of flight dynamics and aerodynamics

Preferred Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Optical Sciences, or a related STEM field
• Strong math, physics or engineering background
• Modeling, Simulation, and automation experience
• Experience with atmospheric modeling codes (e.g. MODTRAN)
• Experience with JANNAF radiative signature codes
• Experience working in Linux based distributed computational environments

Clearance Requirement:

• Active DoD Secret Clearance or higher