Modeling and Simulation Engineer

CACI International Inc; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 98,500 - 206,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Wellness programs

Retirement plans

Continuing education support

Family support benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

CACI International Inc is looking for a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) subject matter expert in Charlottesville, Virginia. The role involves leading simulation development for the National Ground Intelligence Center, conducting experiments, and ensuring thorough documentation of processes. Ideal candidates will possess an accredited degree in a relevant field, over 10 years in M&S roles, and must have an active DoD TS/SCI security clearance. A rich benefits package including healthcare and retirement options is offered.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in M&S roles on DoD programs.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight.

Responsibilities

• Lead simulation development for NGIC.
• Document processes including assumptions and limitations.
• Conduct experiments to evaluate system behavior.
• Write comprehensive test plans and reports.

Skills

Scientific method proficiency

M&S modeling (AFSIM)

Technical writing

Data analysis

Project management

Education

Accredited degree in physics, engineering, or related field

Master's degree or Ph.D.

Tools

AFSIM

ITASE

ODESSA

Eco-System

Job description

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) subject matter expert and small team leader to assist simulation development for the National Ground Intelligence Center (NGIC). The role involves formulating, analyzing, executing, and delivering M&S studies to answer customer questions. Most studies will be performed through AFSIM, with occasional use of ITASE, ODESSA, Eco-System, or other tools.

Responsibilities include taking requests from external customers, mapping and scoping projects, dividing scenarios into sub‑tasks, assigning personnel, and taking on the toughest components. Documentation of processes—steps, assumptions, limitations, knowns, gaps, and issues—will be critical.

Responsibilities

• Solid foundation and proficiency in the scientific method and developing a research plan that starts with an ill‑defined question and ends with a published report that will stand up to peer review.
• Conduct experiments to understand the behavior of the system (or SoS) and/or evaluate various strategies for the operation of the system.
• Technical proficiency with appropriate M&S models (especially AFSIM), tools, and environments to provide an active role in the carrying out of simulations.
• Use experimentation and testing as a strategic advantage—cutting test durations, revealing critical insights early and often, and turning raw data into insights.
• Examine cause and effect and verify controllable inputs and accurate, repeatable measurement systems.
• Recognize how to format a problem or evaluation to take advantage of the DOE process and solution; collaborate with the team to decide what to test and how much testing is enough.
• Apply the scientific method to support analysis, including statistics and graphical analyses.
• Write test plans and reports supported by scientific methods.

Qualifications

• Accredited degree in physics, engineering, computer science, applied math, or similar discipline with broad engineering and computer science knowledge; Master’s degree or Ph.D. highly preferred.
• 10+ years of experience serving in an M&S role on DoD related programs and projects.
• Experience with multiple M&S tool suites, with a very strong preference for AFSIM experience.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written skills.
• Active DoD TS/SCI security clearance required; no lower clearance will be considered.
• Ability to conduct analysis and produce comprehensive technical assessments that include independent research and technical writing.
• U.S. Military experience beneficial but not required.
• Experience working in or with the intelligence community beneficial but not required.
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight while maintaining focus on objectives defined by the client.

Pay Range

$98,500-$206,800

Benefits

• Healthcare, wellness, financial, retirement, family support, continuing education, and time off benefits

CACI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other protected characteristic.