Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer

Booz Allen Hamilton; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 87,000 - 198,000; Full time

Job summary

Booz Allen Hamilton is seeking a Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer to advance AI-enabled models for DoW wargaming and operational decision-making. You will design, develop, deploy scalable simulation components, and integrate diverse data sources for high-fidelity outcomes.

Collaborating with analysts, domain experts, and engineers, you will evaluate new frameworks, optimize simulation performance, and build architectures that enable future extensibility through tool federation.

Qualifications

• Experience developing software in Java, C++, C, or C#.
• Experience with version control, documentation practices, and GitLab workflows.
• Experience working in Linux environments.
• Knowledge of the Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) networking protocol.
• Ability to write clean, efficient source code for new applications and enhance existing codebases.
• Ability to support the evaluation, selection, and integration of M&S tools.
• TS/SCI clearance.
• HS diploma or GED.

Responsibilities

• Develop, integrate, and deploy scalable M&S components for DoW scenarios.
• Create realistic behavioral and environmental models for wargaming simulations.
• Collaborate with analysts, domain experts, and engineers to ensure model fidelity.
• Evaluate new frameworks, improve simulation performance, and enable tool federation.

Skills

C/C++/Java/C#

Version control (GitLab)

Linux

DIS protocol

Clean code

M&S tools integration

Security clearance

HS Diploma/GED

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Containers

MACE tools

MOCT

VRSG

IG data tools

Job description

Modeling and Simulation Systems Engineer

The Opportunity: You will play a critical role in advancing our Modeling and Simulation (M&S) capabilities by integrating AI‑enabled models that support complex wargaming and operational decision‑making for the DoW. Using core software engineering principles, you’ll support the design, development, and deployment of scalable simulation components, create realistic behavioral and environmental models, and integrate diverse data sources to drive high‑fidelity outcomes. You’ll collaborate closely with analysts, domain experts, network orchestrators, and other engineers to ensure that models accurately represent real‑world conditions and interact within evolving mission needs. As part of this effort, you’ll apply full‑stack engineering skills to shape the technical vision for next‑generation M&S systems by evaluating new frameworks, enhancing simulation performance, and implementing architectures that support future extensibility through a federation of tools. Your contributions will directly influence how clients explore scenarios, assess alternatives, and derive insights from complex simulation environments. Join us. The world can't wait.

You Have:

• Experience developing software in Java, C++, C, or C#
• Experience with version control, documentation practices, and GitLab workflows
• Experience working in Linux environments
• Knowledge of the Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS) networking protocol
• Ability to write clean, efficient source code for new applications and enhance existing codebases
• Ability to support the evaluation, selection, and integration of M&S tools
• TS/SCI clearance
• HS diploma or GED

Nice If You Have:

• Experience integrating M&S tools into synthetic training environments
• Experience working within SOF communities
• Experience building and managing containers
• Experience building DevSecOps environments or pipelines
• Knowledge of scenario development and analytical assessments of combat weapon systems using Live, Virtual, and Constructive (LVC) simulation tools
• Knowledge of COTS and GOTS M&S and data tools such as the Modern Air Combat Environment (MACE), Mission Object Configuration Tool (MOCT), Virtual Reality Scene Generator (VRSG), and various Image Generators (IG) for data transformation, configuration, and standardization
• Ability to distill, summarize, and communicate complex technical insights related to model library management and dissemination

Clenearance: Applicants selected will be subject to a security investigation and may need to meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information; TS/SCI 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 $86,800.00 to $198,000.00 (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.

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