Modeling and Simulation Engineer, Junior

Booz Allen Hamilton; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 53,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton in McLean, VA is seeking a junior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support multi-domain defense simulation development and testing. You will build system models across aeronautical, ground, sea, and undersea domains and run high-fidelity simulations.

You will post-process data, generate dashboards with Python and MATLAB, perform Monte Carlo analyses, and help translate requirements into working models. A Top Secret clearance is required; a STEM degree is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience post-processing simulation data and generating dashboards.
• Knowledge of 3D kinematics, dynamics, motion propagation and flight systems dynamics.
• Bachelor’s degree in a STEM field as listed in the qualifications.
• Ability to create, test, and debug code in Python/Java/C#/C++.

Responsibilities

• Develop and use system, subsystem, and component models across aeronautical, astronautical, ground, sea, and undersea domains.
• Run high-fidelity simulations and Monte Carlo analysis.
• Develop high-fidelity models to support strategy, technology or concept development and modeling of communications networks.
• Perform trades and verify model behavior against reference documents and test data.

Skills

Post-processing data

Dashboards

Python

MATLAB

3D kinematics

Flight dynamics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a STEM field

Tools

CMake

Microsoft Visual Studio

Job description

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Modeling and Simulation Engineer, Junior

The Opportunity:

We are seeking a junior-level Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support multi-domain defense simulation development and testing for our wargaming and modeling and simulation team. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys building system models, running high-fidelity physics-based simulations, and solving the most difficult technical challenges faced in the modeling and simulation domain.

The Modeling and Simulation Engineer will utilize their technical experience developing and using system, subsystem, and component models in aeronautical, astronautical, ground, sea, and undersea applications, executing simulation trades, and performing Monte Carlo analysis. The engineer will also be developing and implementing high-fidelity models for simulations to support strategy, technology or concept development, requirements, design, and modeling of communications networks and systems.

As a Modeling and Simulation Engineer at Booz Allen, you’ll use your passion to master new tools and techniques and identify needed system improvements. You’ll help clients overcome their most difficult challenges using the latest architectural approaches, tools, and technologies. You’ll make sure the solution developed by the team considers the current architecture and operating environment, as well as future functionality and enhancements.

Join us. The world can’t wait.

You Have:

• Experience with post-processing simulation data and generating dashboards of results, including plots and forms of quantitative analysis and breakdowns, using tools such as Python and MATLAB
• Knowledge of modeling and simulation of systems such as 3D kinematics, dynamics, motion propagation, building digital twins, and running continuous and discrete-event simulations
• Knowledge of basic aerodynamics and flight systems dynamics
• Ability to perform analysis measuring key system performance met rics and verifying model behavior using reference documents and test data
• Ability to create, test, and debug code in object-oriented programming languages such as Python, Java, C#, or C++
• Ability to apply engineering rigor to solve engineering or scientific problems
• Top Secret clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or a STEM field

Nice If You Have:

• Experience with underwater acoustics sensor modeling and working with bathy met ry datasets
• Experience with integrated air defense systems ( IADS ) modeling
• Experience with C++ plugin development on Windows, including CMake and Micro sof t Visual Studio tooling
• Experience working with DoW problem sets, including modeling and simulation, systems engineering, operations analysis, and wargaming
• Ability to simplify complex concepts and distill information into coherent and compelling narratives, making it accessible to a broad audience
• Ability to be a self-starter, ambitious, and fast learner who proactively solves problems when faced with steep technical challenges
• TS/SCI clearance
• Master’s degree in Aerospace Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Physics, or 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 ; Top Secret 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 $53,000.00 to $108,000.00 (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. 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 or customer facility, in alignment with your leadership's expectations and the needs of the role.
• Onsite: If this position is listed as onsite, work will primarily be performed full-time at a 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.