Modeling and Simulation Analyst, Lead

Booz Allen Hamilton; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 158,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a lead modeling and simulation analyst to uncover root causes, develop analytical insights, and inform mission decisions. You will design, direct, and execute simulations with AFSIM to evaluate force design and system performance.

You will collaborate with government analysts and cross‑functional teams, prepare analytical products, and present findings to support decision making and mission effectiveness.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of modeling and quantitative analysis experience.
• Experience with DoD/IC analytics is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of modeling and simulation methods.
• Ability to develop analytical scripts for automation.

Responsibilities

• Lead modeling and simulation activities to support DoD force sizing and capability analysis.
• Collaborate with government analysts, FFRDC partners, and cross-functional teams.
• Prepare analytical products, briefs, and presentations for stakeholders.
• Mentor junior analysts and coordinate tasks across the team.
• Refine modeling techniques and tools to improve fidelity and throughput.

Skills

Root cause analysis

AFSIM experience

Programming (OOP)

System performance analysis

Analytical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in STEM

Tools

Python

Java

C++

C#

R

MATLAB

Simulink

Job description

Join a culture of empowerment and connectivity.

Develop your craft

Learn the skills you need to accelerate your career.

Discover benefits that your life and work.

Innovate with intention

Build mission-ready tech that protects the nation.

As a lead modeling and simulation analyst, you will use your passion for uncovering root causes, developing rigorous analytical insights, and creating solutions that inform mission and capability decisions. You will lead advanced modeling and simulation activities that support quantitative assessments for defense mission objectives. Using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling ( AFSIM ) , you will design, direct, and execute simulation runs to evaluate force design, operational performance, and system‑level capability outcomes. You will integrate and maintain simulation data inputs, conduct scenario‑based evaluations, and identify modeling assumptions and limitations that influence analytical results.

You will collaborate closely with government analysts, FFRDC partners, and cross‑functional technical teams to conduct research, build simulation scenarios, prepare analytical products, and interpret results. You will develop clear documentation, briefs, and presentations to communicate findings, support stakeholder coordination, and strengthen mission‑focused decision‑making.

In this role, you will apply a range of analytical and computational met hods, including mathematics, statistics, engineering techniques, and operations research approaches such as linear programming, probability theory, and game‑theoretic reasoning. You will refine modeling techniques, introduce new tools or programming met hods, and help evolve the analytical environment to improve modeling fidelity and analytical throughput. You will mentor junior analysts, coordinate modeling tasks across the team, and contribute to the development of new concepts and analytic approaches that advance mission understanding and operational insights.

Join us. The world cannot wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with modeling and quantitative analysis supporting DoD force sizing, shaping, and capability analysis, or modeling, simulation, or capability assessment within Intelligence Community analytics
• 2+ years of experience using AFSIM
• Experience working with object‑oriented programming languages, including Python, Java, C++, C#, R, MATLAB, or Simulink
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation techniques for operational analysis or system performance assessment
• Ability to apply a proactive approach to problem‑solving and learn new analytical met hods as required
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with additional modeling and simulation met hods, including discrete event simulation, agent‑based modeling, network simulations, physics‑based modeling, or stochastic processes
• Knowledge of classical and modern statistical or computational techniques used in quantitative analysis
• Ability to develop or refine analytical scripts to support simulation automation or data processing
• Possession of excellent analytical reasoning and communication skills, to synthesize findings and support internal technical discussions
• Master’s degree in a STEM field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Modeling and Simulation Analyst, Lead

The Opportunity:

As a lead modeling and simulation analyst, you will use your passion for uncovering root causes, developing rigorous analytical insights, and creating solutions that inform mission and capability decisions. You will lead advanced modeling and simulation activities that support quantitative assessments for defense mission objectives. Using the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling ( AFSIM ) , you will design, direct, and execute simulation runs to evaluate force design, operational performance, and system‑level capability outcomes. You will integrate and maintain simulation data inputs, conduct scenario‑based evaluations, and identify modeling assumptions and limitations that influence analytical results.

You will collaborate closely with government analysts, FFRDC partners, and cross‑functional technical teams to conduct research, build simulation scenarios, prepare analytical products, and interpret results. You will develop clear documentation, briefs, and presentations to communicate findings, support stakeholder coordination, and strengthen mission‑focused decision‑making.

In this role, you will apply a range of analytical and computational met hods, including mathematics, statistics, engineering techniques, and operations research approaches such as linear programming, probability theory, and game‑theoretic reasoning. You will refine modeling techniques, introduce new tools or programming met hods, and help evolve the analytical environment to improve modeling fidelity and analytical throughput. You will mentor junior analysts, coordinate modeling tasks across the team, and contribute to the development of new concepts and analytic approaches that advance mission understanding and operational insights.

Join us. The world cannot wait.

You Have:

• 5+ years of experience with modeling and quantitative analysis supporting DoD force sizing, shaping, and capability analysis, or modeling, simulation, or capability assessment within Intelligence Community analytics
• 2+ years of experience using AFSIM
• Experience working with object‑oriented programming languages, including Python, Java, C++, C#, R, MATLAB, or Simulink
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation techniques for operational analysis or system performance assessment
• Ability to apply a proactive approach to problem‑solving and learn new analytical met hods as required
• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with additional modeling and simulation met hods, including discrete event simulation, agent‑based modeling, network simulations, physics‑based modeling, or stochastic processes
• Knowledge of classical and modern statistical or computational techniques used in quantitative analysis
• Ability to develop or refine analytical scripts to support simulation automation or data processing
• Possession of excellent analytical reasoning and communication skills, to synthesize findings and support internal technical discussions
• Master’s degree in a STEM field

Clearance:

Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information ; TS/SCI clearance is required.

Compensation

At Booz Allen, we celebrate your contributions, provide you with opportunities and choices, and support your total well-being. Our offerings include health, life, disability, financial, and retirement benefits, as well as paid leave, professional development, tuition assistance, work-life programs, and dependent care. Our recognition awards program acknowledges employees for exceptional performance and superior demonstration of our values. Full-time and part-time employees working at least 20 hours a week on a regular basis are eligible to participate in Booz Allen’s benefit programs. Individuals that do not meet the threshold are only eligible for select offerings, not inclusive of health benefits. We encourage you to learn more about our total benefits by visiting the Resource page on our Careers site and reviewing Our Employee Benefits page.

Salary at Booz Allen is determined by various factors, including but not limited to location, the individual’s particular combination of education, knowledge, skills, competencies, and experience, as well as contract-specific affordability and organizational requirements. The projected compensation range for this position is $69,400.00 to $158,000.00 (annualized USD). The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position and is just one component of Booz Allen’s total compensation package for employees. This posting will close within 90 days from the Posting Date.

Identity Statement

As part of the hiring process, we will ask you to complete an identity verification process that leverages advanced biometrics and artificial intelligence to ensure authenticity and protect against identity fraud. You are expected to be on camera during interviews and assessments. We reserve the right to take your picture to verify your identity and prevent fraud.

Candidate AI Usage Policy

AI is a part of our daily work at Booz Allen, and we are committed to the responsible and ethical use of AI tools. However, we want to ensure a fair candidate process based on your own skills and knowledge. As part of this commitment, the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or other tools to assist with responses during interviews (whether in-person or virtual) is prohibited unless permission is explicitly provided.

Work Model
Our people-first culture prioritizes the benefits of collaboration, whether it occurs in person or virtually. To support engagement and effective communication, employees working virtually are generally expected to have their cameras on during meetings.

• Remote: If this position is listed as remote, there may still be occasions when you are required to work in person at a Booz Allen or customer facility.

• Hybrid: If this position is listed as hybrid, you will be expected to work from a Booz Allen facility frequently, in alignment with leadership expectations and the needs of the role. You may also be required to work from or visit a customer facility.

• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed at a Booz Allen office or customer facility, where employees will collaborate directly with colleagues and customers as required by the role.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law.