Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) - Digital Engineering Specialist

Science Applications International Corp.; Crane (IN); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

SAIC is seeking a highly capable Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) / Digital Engineering Specialist to support NSWC Crane, Indiana. You will lead the integration and translation of advanced digital weapons system models into high-fidelity mission simulations and AFSiM environments, working on MACH-CORE program artifacts.

You will develop automated parsing utilities to convert complex data into simulation-ready structures and validate model ingestions, collaborating with engineers and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, physics, applied math, CS or related technical field with 9 years’ experience
• Experience with modeling and simulation tools, preferably AFSIM or similar
• Familiarity with digital engineering models and structured data formats (XML, JSON, STEP) and translating parametric data
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data processing and model automation
• Ability to interpret system designs and performance parameters and communicate results

Responsibilities

• Lead integration of digital engineering models into high-fidelity mission simulations (AFSIM)
• Develop automated or semi-automated parsing utilities to convert data into simulation-ready structures
• Troubleshoot ingestion challenges and data format translation issues
• Collaborate with engineers and analysts to refine assumptions and ensure simulation fidelity

Skills

Modeling & simulation

Digital engineering

Data translation

System behavior analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering/physics/computer science

Tools

AFSIM

Python

MATLAB

XML/JSON/STEP/DE schemas

Job description

Description

SAIC is seeking a highly capable Modeling, Simulation & Analysis (MS&A) / Digital Engineering Specialist to support our work at Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane, Indiana in direct support of the NSWC Crane Multi-Service Advanced Capabilities Hypersonics (MACH)-CORE program.

In this role, you will lead the integration, translation, and analysis of advanced digital weapons system models into high-fidelity mission simulation environments. This position directly supports the ingestion of digital engineering artifacts from the MACH-XL program — often delivered in highly complex or unfamiliar data formats — and ensures accurate, efficient translation into the Advanced Framework for Simulation, Integration, and Modeling (AFSIM).

This is a high-impact, on-site role that places you at the intersection of digital engineering, modeling & simulation, and cutting-edge hypersonic weapons development — contributing directly to programs that define the future of national defense.

The ideal candidate is an analytical problem-solver with hands‑on experience in modeling & simulation, digital engineering environments, and the development of utility scripts or parsing tools to translate complex data structures into executable, simulation‑ready components.

What You’ll Do

Digital Engineering Model Integration

• Receive, interpret, and analyze digital engineering models, datasets, and design artifacts generated by MACH-XL and other external programs
• Develop automated or semi‑automated parsing utilities to convert structural, behavioral, and parametric data into AFSIM‑compliant model structures
• Troubleshoot model ingestion challenges, data misalignment, structural inconsistencies, and format translation issues

AFSIM Simulation & Scenario Development

• Integrate translated models into AFSIM and conduct scenario development, system representation, and mission‑level simulation
• Execute operations analysis to assess system behavior, performance, interoperability, and mission effectiveness
• Validate and verify translated models to ensure technical accuracy, consistency, and alignment with program objectives

Collaboration & Documentation

• Collaborate with system engineers, data modelers, and mission analysts to refine modeling assumptions and ensure accurate simulation fidelity
• Document translation workflows, modeling assumptions, and analytical outcomes to support repeatability and technical review
• Communicate findings, analytical outcomes, and modeling recommendations clearly to program stakeholders across DoD

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, Physics, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related technical discipline and 9 years’ experience
• Demonstrated experience with modeling and simulation tools, preferably AFSIM or comparable mission‑level frameworks
• Familiarity with digital engineering models and structured data formats including XML, JSON, STEP, and proprietary DE schemas, with experience translating parametric data
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python or MATLAB for data processing, parsing, and model automation
• Ability to understand and interpret system designs, subsystem relationships, and performance parameters
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to design experiments, assess outcomes, and communicate findings to technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with hypersonic digital engineering artifacts or other advanced weapon system models
• Working experience with AFSIM
• Understanding of M&S verification and validation (V&V), configuration management, and model lifecycle processes
• Experience integrating multi‑domain or multi‑platform models in mission‑level simulation environments
• Familiarity with hypersonics, advanced weapons concepts, or aerospace system architecture
• Active certifications such as Security+, AFSIM training, or other relevant credentials

Clearance Requirement:

• Active Secret clearance

Target salary range: $120,001 - $160,000. The estimate displayed represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.