Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Engineer / SME with Security Clearance

Astrion; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrion is seeking a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Subject Matter Expert to join the Space Systems Integration Office at Space Systems Command in Los Angeles AFB, El Segundo, CA. The role requires a Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility and extensive engineering and modeling experience.

You will lead cross-disciplinary teams, develop mission-specific MS&S capabilities, and ensure rigorous validation and verification of models used for space systems analysis and decision-making.

Qualifications

• BS in a relevant STEM field required.
• MS in a relevant STEM field required.
• 15+ years in a STEM field with emphasis in engineering/science.
• Experience designing and delivering complex technical systems within the SSIO mission space.
• Proficiency in systems engineering and at least one implementation technology.
• Technical program leadership of a technical implementation team.
• Proven leadership and team development experience.
• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Top Secret Security Clearance w/SCI eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Support SSIO with mission-specific M&S services, algorithms and scenario outcomes.
• Trace requirements from Mission Areas to MS&S simulations.
• Model materiel solutions to evaluate performance, survivability and resilience.
• Develop and maintain MS&A V&V procedures and tools.
• Conduct V&V of models used by SSC/SSIO; support government models.
• Assist with JCIDS documentation and enterprise requirements.
• Analyze cross-cutting space requirements related to simulation outcomes.
• Prepare briefings, technical reports and roadmaps.
• Collaborate with SWAC, CSRO/S5R and PEO offices to prioritize M&S for space systems.

Skills

Communication skills

Technical program leadership

multi-stakeholder management

Adaptability to new tools

Education

Bachelor of Science

Master of Science

Tools

MATLAB

AFSIM

STK

MS Office

Job description

Overview Modeling and Simulation Engineer / SME LOCATION: El Segundo, CA JOB STATUS: Full-time CLEARANCE: TS w/SCI eligibility CERTIFICATION: N/A TRAVEL: As Needed SALARY: $180,000 to $240,000 Astrion has an exciting opportunity for a Modeling and Simulation (M&S) Subject Matter Expert located at Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO), Space Systems Command (SSC), United States Space Force (USSF), Los Angeles AFB in El Segundo, CA. Astrion has worked extensively with the USSF SSC where it has earned a reputation for on-time delivery of high-quality products tailored to the needs of its clients such as SSIO.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Bachelor of Science (B.S.) degree in relevant field
• Master of Science (M.S.) degree in relevant field
• 15+ years of experience in a STEM field with emphasis in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, Earth Science, Mathematics, Operations Analysis or related field
• Experience in the design, development, implementation, deployment, management or upgrade of a sufficiently complicated technical system within the SSIO mission space
• Proficient in the systems engineering process and at least one implementation technology (e.g., software engineering, electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, aerospace engineering, mission engineering)
• Technical program leadership of a technical implementation team
• Experience in basic team development and individual leadership training
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, Powerpoint), Matlab, AFSIM, STK and adaptable to new analytical tools
• Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and complex tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel as required
• Top Secret Security Clearance w/SCI eligibility

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS / SKILLS

• Experience with space system M&S (military, contractor, or DoD civilian) as a SETA or SE&I support staff
• Familiarity with the DoD acquisition lifecycle and JCIDS processes
• Background/experience in SSC mission areas: SATCOM, PNT, MW/MT, Space Weather, C3BM, Space Superiority, ISR and Ground/Network segments
• Experience implementing a space system supportive of / critical to the current SSIO mission space (e.g., SATCOM, PNT, Missile Warning/Tracking, TacISR, SBEM, BMC3, Launch)
• Experience in M&S of both systems and mission scenarios
• Knowledge of statistical performance measurements and system / scenario performance evaluation
• Background in development, implementation and execution of stochastic modeling V&V programs

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support the SSIO office with development of mission-specific and cross-portfolio M&S services, algorithms and effective characterization of likely scenario outcomes.
• Conduct requirements traceability from Mission Areas down to implementation of appropriate representative M&S simulations capable of accurately representing the physical dynamics, operations, and overall behavior of modeled systems.
• Model/simulate potential SoS and FoS materiel solutions and concepts in appropriate scenarios to evaluate and recommend modernization changes.
• Model materiel solutions that support determinations for system vulnerability, survivability and resilience, system performance including improved performance from enhancements and/or new technologies.
• Model materiel solutions that support utility trades, technology readiness assessment and related gathered intelligence.
• Establish Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) Verification and Validation (V&V) procedures for established MS&A tools and software upgrades
• Conduct V&V of Models used by the Space Systems Command (SSC) Space Systems Integration Office (SSIO); support maintenance of all Government models (AFSIM, SEAS, etc.), as directed by the Government.
• Assist with enterprise requirements development and JCIDS documentation
• Analyze technical derivatives of cross-cutting space requirements relevant to the simulation outcomes of implemented M&S artifacts.
• Recommend practical, mission-driven solutions to meet performance, affordability and sustainment goals
• Develop and present briefings, technical reports and architectural roadmaps
• Collaborate with SWAC, CSRO/S5R and PEO offices to define and prioritize M&S for SATCOM, PNT, Missile Warning/Tracking, TacISR, SBEM, BMC3 and Launch systems at SSC #CJ

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