Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Davita Inc.; Great Falls Crossing (VA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Une entreprise leader dans le domaine de la technologie de défense recherche un Senior AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Specialist pour faire partie de son équipe à Reston, VA. Vous serez impliqué dans des projets innovants, utilisant des technologies de simulation de pointe pour analyser et modéliser des scénarios militaires. Le candidat idéal doit avoir une expérience significative dans la création de scénarios AFSIM, ainsi qu'une solide formation en ingénierie ou dans un domaine connexe, avec une capacité à travailler en équipe dans un environnement dynamique.

Qualifications

• Au moins 5 ans d'expérience en analyse.
• Expérience pratique de 3 ans dans la création de scénarios AFSIM.
• Autorisation de sécurité TS/SCI active requise.

Responsibilities

• Construire des modèles militaires dans AFSIM.
• Créer et améliorer des scénarios opérationnels.
• Collaborer avec des experts en la matière pour cerner les exigences.

Skills

Modélisation AFSIM

Scripting

Programmation

Analyse

Communication en anglais

Travail en équipe

Education

BS en ingénierie, science, mathématiques ou discipline technique connexe

MS en ingénierie ou disciplines similaires (souhaité)

Tools

C++

Python

SysML

Job description

Job Brief

Senior AFSIM Modeling and Simulation Specialist

The DCS Air & Space Technology (AST) Sector is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support extensive high visibility Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) efforts. Are you interested in working in a high-tech company on cutting edge technology to help solve national security problems? Do you want to be challenged every day supporting world class research and development? If so, DCS may be the place for you! DCS is an employee-owned organization known for creating agile technology solutions across the U.S. Defense, Aerospace, Human Factors, and Security markets.

As a member of our team, you will support defense technologies along with research and development in Reston, VA, having opportunities to work in a dynamic environment, with state-of-the-art simulation technologies, simulation integration experts, and experienced military Subject Matter Experts (SME). 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:

As a Modeling and Simulation Engineer, you could expect to:

Construct military models and entities of varying complexity in AFSIM.

Provide dynamic scripting techniques to produce modeled entity actions/interactions in AFSIM.

Create and enhance operationally relevant scenarios that accurately represent actions, reactions, and interactions between entities in the AFSIM simulation.

Contribute to the development and execution of MS&A study plans to be conducted using AFSIM.

Collaborate with subject matter experts, such as pilots and technologists, to identify requirements for system implementation in AFSIM.

Coordinate with team members to contribute to execution of analysis of studies, analyze AFSIM results, and prepare and present study findings.

Collaborate with agile AFSIM software development teams to build and enhance MS&A solutions.

Collaborate with study leads and customer stakeholders to identify study requirements and develop relevant technical approaches.

Required Skills:

Due to the sensitivity of customer related requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required.

At least a BS degree in engineering, science, mathematics, or a related technical discipline and at least 5 years of related analysis experience.

Applicants selected will be subject to a U.S. Government background investigation and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information:

Active TS/SCI level U.S. DoD security clearance.

At least 3 years of hands-on experience creating AFSIM scenarios and models for engagement and/or mission level studies.

Excellent written and verbal English communications skills.

Ability to apply the scientific method to diverse MS&A efforts.

Scripting or programming experience.

Ability to work well in team environments.

Ability to travel, as required.

Desired Skills:

MS in engineering, science, mathematics, or related technical discipline.

Experience with C++, Python, SysML, or other programming language.

Familiarity with modern military systems, both foreign and domestic.