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Modeling and Simulation Engineer

DCS Corp

Great Falls Crossing (VA)

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Job summary

DCS Corp seeks a Modeling and Simulation Engineer to develop military models using AFSIM and support national security initiatives. The ideal candidate holds a BS degree and possesses a TS/SCI security clearance, with a strong background in simulation technologies and excellent communication skills. This role offers the opportunity to engage with cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic environment dedicated to defense and aerospace sectors.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of related analysis experience required.
  • Active TS/SCI level U.S. DoD security clearance needed.
  • 3+ years hands-on experience with AFSIM.

Responsibilities

  • Construct military models and scenarios in AFSIM.
  • Collaborate with SMEs to implement system requirements.
  • Analyze AFSIM results and prepare findings.

Skills

Scripting
Programming
Team Collaboration
English Communication

Education

BS degree in engineering, science, or mathematics

Tools

AFSIM
C++
Python
SysML

Job description

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.

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