M&S Software Engineer

DCS Corporation; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

DCS Corporation—Air & Space Technology Sector in Albuquerque, NM seeks a Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer to help design, implement, test, and deploy MS&A capabilities. You will work with SMEs and agile teams on the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) and other M&S tools.

The role emphasizes object‑oriented C/C++ development in Visual Studio, integration testing, and applying software best practices. A TS DoD clearance and travel as needed are required.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• BS degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering with 2 years of related experience.
• Background investigation for access to classified information will be conducted.
• Active Top-Secret DoD security clearance is required.
• Experience developing object‑oriented software in C/C++ with Visual Studio IDE.
• Experience creating AFSIM software and tools, including source code and plugin development.
• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• Ability to work well in team environments.
• Ability to travel, as required.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with agile software development teams to design, develop, test, and deploy MS&A solutions.
• Collaborate with SMEs to identify requirements for system implementation in AFSIM and other M&S tools.
• Conduct software component and system integration testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Apply software best practices (version control, documentation, etc.) for all developed and modified software.
• Construct military behavior models and entities of varying complexity in AFSIM.

Skills

US citizenship

Security clearance

C/C++

AFSIM

English communication

Team collaboration

Willingness to travel

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / Aerospace / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

MS in Computer Science / Aerospace / Electrical / Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Visual Studio

Git

Linux

CMake

Python

AFSIM tooling

Job description

The DCS Air & Space Technology (AST) Sector is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Software Engineer to support extensive high visibility Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) efforts.

As a member of our team, you will support defense technologies along with research and development in Albuquerque, NM, having opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state‑of‑the‑art simulation technologies, simulation integration experts, and experienced military subject‑matter experts (SMEs). Our work focuses on conducting capability assessments for emerging military technologies and ensuring related tools and methodologies are suitable to inform Department of Defense (DoD) decision makers.

Essential Job Functions

• Collaborate with agile software development teams to design, develop, test, and deploy MS&A solutions.
• Collaborate with SMEs, such as modelers, analysts, and technologists, to identify requirements for system implementation in the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM) and other M&S tools.
• Conduct software component and system integration testing to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Apply software best practices (version control, documentation, etc.) for all developed and modified software.
• Construct military behavior models and entities of varying complexity in AFSIM.

Required Skills

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• At least a BS degree in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, and 2 years of related experience.
• Applicants will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.
• Must have an active Top‑Secret level U.S. DoD security clearance.
• Experience developing object‑oriented software in C/C++ with Visual Studio integrated development environment.
• Experience creating AFSIM software and tools, including source code and plugin development.
• Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.
• Ability to work well in team environments.
• Ability to travel, as required.

Desired Skills

• Familiarity with modern military systems, both foreign and domestic.
• MS in Computer Science, Aerospace, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• Experience with Linux, CMake, Python, or Git.
• Familiarity with C#.