Modeling and Simulation Analyst

KBR, Inc; Colorado Springs, Northern (CO, KY); Hybrid; USD 155,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. in Colorado Springs is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Analyst to organize and execute analytic studies within a multidisciplinary team. Experience with AF SIM and space domain is required.

The role involves evaluating military utility and feasibility of concepts, coordinating with senior decision-makers, and collaborating with government and contractor staff in a secure environment.

Qualifications

• Security clearance TS/SCI active required.
• Bachelor's degree in operations research, mathematics, a basic science field, or an engineering discipline.
• 10+ years of relevant experience.
• Experience with modeling, simulation and analyses using AFSIM.
• Strong motivation, creativity and flexibility to work in a dynamic environment.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.
• Strong quantitative and analytic abilities to integrate and analyze data.

Responsibilities

• Conduct mission-level modeling and simulation analyses and recommend military utility and feasibility.
• Coordinate with senior managers and decision makers to identify problems and clarify objectives.
• Collaborate with contractor and government staff as part of a larger team.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Teamwork

Quantitative analysis

Data integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in operations research, mathematics, a basic science field or an engineering discipline

Tools

AFSIM

Job description

***Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!***KBR’s National Security Solutions team provides high-end engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position, your work will have a profound impact on the country’s most critical role – protecting our national security.**Why Join Us?*** **Innovative Projects:** KBR’s work is at the forefront of engineering, logistics, operations, science, program management, mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.* **Collaborative Environment:** Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation, fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.* **Impactful Work:** Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.**Job Title:** **Modeling and Simulation Analyst****Job Summary:**Qualified candidates should be adept at effectively organizing and executing analytic studies within a team of analysts containing skills spanning a range of disciplines. **Experience and familiarity with the space domain and the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration and Modeling (AFSIM) is required.****Responsibilities:*** Utilizing studies and analyses, specifically a strong background in mission-level modeling and simulation, the analyst will make recommendations regarding the military utility, feasibility, joint warfighter impacts of the concepts and capabilities under study* Coordinating with senior managers and decision makers to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives* Working as part of a contractor team, alongside a broader team of government and contract staff**Required Qualifications:*** Security Clearance: Active TS/SCI clearance* Education: Bachelor's degree in operations research, mathematics, a basic science field or an engineering discipline* 10+ years of experience* Experience conducting modeling, simulation and analyses with AFSIM* High motivation, creativity, and flexibility to work in a dynamic environment* Ability to work well as part of a team* Strong quantitative and analytic abilities to integrate and analyze data **Desired Qualifications:*** Master's degree in operations research, mathematics, a basic science field, or an engineering discipline* Experience with model-based systems engineering (MBSE) tools utilizing Systems Modeling Language (SysML), e.g., Cameo Systems Modeler or Sparx Enterprise Architect* Experience with more highly aggregated, campaign-level and/or defense enterprise-level analysis tools* Experience in DoD space and joint force programs* Experience with Python, OptDef, MATLAB, R, SAS, JMP, and/or Java* Experience with data transformations and data visualization* Experience with Structured Query Language (SQL) and MySQL or other relational databases* Experience with BI Tools* Experience with Excel VBA**Work Environment:*** Location: On site* Travel Requirements: Minimal* Working Hours: Standard, 40 hours per week (Full-time)**Compensation:*** For Colorado only, the salary range for this position is approximately $155,000 - $165,000. The offered rate will be based on the selected candidate’s knowledge, skills, abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.**Other Compensation:**KBR may offer bonuses, commissions, or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels, per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus, relocation benefits, short term incentives, long term incentives, or discretionary payments for exceptional performance.**KBR Benefits**KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, AD&D, flexible spending account, disability, paid time off, or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.**Ready to Make a Difference?**If you’re excited about making a significant impact in the field of space defense and working on projects that matter, we encourage you to apply and join our team at KBR. Let's shape the future together.