Mission-Centric National Security M&S Analyst

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 100,000 - 245,000; Full time

Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is looking for a Modeling and Simulation Specialist to apply advanced analytical techniques to national security challenges. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree coupled with a minimum of three years of experience in modeling and simulation. Familiarity with frameworks like AFSIM is essential. The role offers a salary range from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, along with growth opportunities within multidisciplinary teams.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of relevant experience in modeling and simulation or operations analysis.
• Familiarity with M&S frameworks and simulation tools to analyze complex systems.
• Ability to obtain necessary security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute simulation-based analyses using AFSIM and related tools.
• Translate operational questions into simulation scenarios.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate modeling results into analysis efforts.

Skills

Modeling and simulation

Analytical problem-solving

Communication of findings

Scripting or programming (e.g., Python)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, Operations Research, Computer Science, or related

Tools

AFSIM

STK

NGTS

STORM

Job description

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab in Laurel, MD is looking for a Modeling and Simulation Specialist to apply advanced analytical techniques to national security challenges. Candidates should hold a relevant Bachelor’s degree coupled with a minimum of three years of experience in modeling and simulation. Familiarity with frameworks like AFSIM is essential. The role offers a salary range from $100,000 to $245,000 annually, along with growth opportunities within multidisciplinary teams.