Modeling and Simulation Engineer

KBR; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join a dynamic team focused on national security solutions. In this pivotal role, you'll engage in innovative projects that involve modeling and simulation for defense systems, collaborating with military experts, and contributing to impactful deliverables. This position offers a collaborative environment where your creative problem-solving skills will thrive, and your work will directly influence the future of space defense. If you're passionate about making a difference in national security, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

401K plan with company match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Flexible work schedule

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis for defense projects.
• Proficient in C++, Python, and mission-level combat modeling tools.

Responsibilities

• Conduct modeling, simulation, and analysis for DARPA projects.
• Collaborate with military experts to develop simulation environments.

Skills

C++

Python

Mission-level combat modeling & simulation

Creative problem-solving

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Master of Science in Computer Science

Bachelor in Operations Research

Master in Operations Research

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

CAMEO

SysML

Job description

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.

Key Responsibilities:

KBR is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to join a team of quantitative analysts and modelers that conducts modeling, simulation, and analysis (MS&A) of emerging concepts for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) using advanced MS&A techniques and tools.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be able to think creatively and offer grounded, out-of-the-box solutions when appropriate.
• Be comfortable working in a dynamic environment and with making or supporting decisions under uncertainty.
• Support the analytic team lead in the execution of study plans.
• Collaborate with military subject matter experts and DARPA program managers to characterize architectures and concepts under study in the simulation environment.
• Instantiate combat system, platform, and behavior models in the simulation environment.
• Instantiate kill chains, battle management command and control relationships, and other scenario-specific mission and operational factors in the simulation environment.
• Support the development and instantiation of an experiment design in the simulation environment.
• Be able to independently conduct assigned tasks in support of a broader analytic or modeling effort.
• Contribute to the creation of quality deliverables and reports and the quality control thereof.

Location: On-site

Travel Requirements: Minimal 0-20%

Working Hours: Standard

Qualifications:

Required:

• Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 5 years of relevant experience
• Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 3 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in a mission-level combat modeling & simulation suite such as AFSIM, NGTS, etc.
• Proficiency in C++, Python, or other programming language
• Must have an active U.S. government TS/SCI security clearance

Preferred:

• Master of Science in Computer Science, Operations Research, or other STEM field, plus 7 years of relevant experience
• Proficiency in model-based systems engineering tools such as CAMEO
• Proficiency in SysML

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40hrs

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.

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.

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