JSE Mission Modeler: Large-Scale Virtual Training

FlightSafety International; St. Louis (MO); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

FlightSafety International Defense division seeks a seasoned JSE Mission Modeler to design and execute large‑force virtual training scenarios. You will author behavior scripts, integrate blue/red/constructive forces, and ensure alignment with JSE/SCARS standards across MLS environments.

The role requires close liaison with government program offices and SMEs, plus travel to government test sites. A deep background in scenario scripting (Lua/Python/C++), plus security clearances, is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering, systems engineering, OR related field (advanced degree preferred).
• 5+ years in military mission scenario development or distributed synthetic environments (DoD).
• Hands-on with military scenario authoring tools and frameworks (AFSIM/JSAF/EADSIM/OneSAF/NGTS).
• Familiarity with distributed simulation protocols (HLA/DIS/TENA).
• Understanding of JSE architecture, GRID services, JPP, Lua, and entity state messages.
• Operational knowledge of USAF or US Navy tactics, techniques, and procedures for credible training scenarios.
• Experience supporting large‑force exercises (50+ players) in LVC environments.
• Strong technical writing and communication; ability to produce scenario docs and AARs.
• Active Secret clearance; ability to obtain Top Secret/SCI clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop mission scenarios for large‑force virtual training in the JSE battlespace.
• Author and maintain scenario behavior files, Lua scripts, and configuration data per JPP standards.
• Coordinate with JSE GRID services for entity state, sensors, weapons, and LOS.
• Translate operational requirements into executable synthetic environments for training.
• Support scenario validation at JSE facilities and government test events; assist debrief analysis.
• Maintain scenario libraries across profiles and MLS security considerations; document work and trace to standards.
• Travel to government test events and contractor facilities as needed.

Skills

Lua scripting

Python

C++

Technical writing

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in aerospace engineering

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

AFSIM

JSAF

EADSIM

OneSAF

NGTS

GSI SDK

JSE GRID services

Job description

FlightSafety International Defense division seeks a seasoned JSE Mission Modeler to design and execute large‑force virtual training scenarios. You will author behavior scripts, integrate blue/red/constructive forces, and ensure alignment with JSE/SCARS standards across MLS environments.

The role requires close liaison with government program offices and SMEs, plus travel to government test sites. A deep background in scenario scripting (Lua/Python/C++), plus security clearances, is essential.