Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer 3

Freedom Real Estate; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 125,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Torch Technologies is seeking a Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer 3 in Colorado Springs, CO. This role focuses on supporting the United States Space Force with expertise in modeling and simulation for radar and satellite systems.

The ideal candidate must have at least 5 years of experience, a relevant Bachelor's degree, and an active TS/SCI clearance. A strong understanding of military space operations and distributed M&S architectures is essential.

Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• U.S. Citizenship required.
• 5+ years system design experience.
• Active TS/SCI clearance necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide requirements recommendations for M&S tools.
• Create analytical models for radar and satellite systems.
• Brief senior-level officers on analysis results.

Skills

Modeling and simulation development

Radar systems analysis

Satellite systems modeling

Programming languages (R, Python, MATLAB)

Quantitative analysis

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in computer science or related field

Master's degree (highly preferred)

Tools

MATLAB

Python

Excel

Power BI

Tableau

Job description

## Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer 3Applylocations: Colorado Springs, COtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R1073**Torch Technologies**Thank you for your interest in employment with Torch Technologies. We are a 100% employee-owned, Certified Great Place To Work and named Best Places to Work in Huntsville/Madison County, headquartered in Huntsville, AL. Our team provides superior research, development, and engineering services to the Federal Government and Department of War. As one of the nation’s top 100 defense companies, the services we provide directly support the men and women who serve our country. Our corporate mission sums up the pride our employee-owners take in the work we do: “Lighting the Pathway of Freedom”. And, as a Certified Evergreen ESOP, we have made the commitment to grow and sustain our company for the next 100 years! Come grow with us!Torch Technologies is seeking a Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Engineer 3 to provide Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) support to United States Space Force, Space Training and Readiness Command (USSF/STARCOM). The position requires an individual possessing a wide range of skills and demonstrated experience in MS&A in support of military strategies, plans, operations, assessments, and Department of War (DoW) objectives. In this role, you will identify technology to model space warfighting capabilities within models/tools currently available, and identify applications, application programming interfaces (APIs), and/or M&S tools to accommodate the inclusion of space warfighting capabilities within the Digital Engineering Ecosystem of the future. **Enhanced Focus Areas**: This position specifically emphasizes modeling and simulation expertise for radar and satellite systems, with particular value placed on system of systems expertise related to Missile Defense Agency (MDA) experience. The role requires understanding of distributed M&S architectures and associated complexities related to time management, truth scene generation, and complex system-of-systems interactions.**As a Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis 3 your duties will include the following, but are not limited to:*** Provide requirements recommendations for future updates to analytical models, methods, and M&S tools, with specific focus on radar and satellite system modeling* Augment tool requirement development through mission research and analysis and produce COAs for developing new analytical models and tools* Capture requirements for existing MS&A tools like AFRL's AFSIM, or SDMC's EADSIM to add space effects and radar/satellite capabilities* Support development and implementation of distributed M&S frameworks addressing time synchronization, truth scene generation, and multi-system integration challenges* Develop a plan to refine prototype modeling applications including relevant understanding of graphical user interfaces to refine data requirements, employment procedures, and usability for end-user* Coordinate with others to identify and solve a variety of problems and to clarify management objectives* Create analytical models and simulations for radar and satellite systems* Analyze space system operational, technical, programmatic, and acquisition inputs and formulate recommendations for senior leader consideration* Brief and interact with senior-level officers (i.e., GO/FLAG) and senior civilians* Support requirements development and documentation for distributed M&S architectures**Job Requirements*** U.S. Citizenship* Bachelor of Science degree in computer science, modeling and simulation, operations research, engineering, mathematics, physics, or related STEM field (master's degree highly preferred)* 5+ years system design experience, including hardware/software integration* Active TS/SCI clearance is required to be considered for this position* **Minimum 5 years of demonstrated experience in at least one of the following:*** Modeling and simulation development and implementation* Radar systems analysis and simulation* Satellite systems modeling and operations* Experience in M&S requirements development and technical documentation* **Understanding of distributed M&S architectures including:*** Time management and synchronization protocols* Truth scene generation and management* Complex system-of-systems interactions and integration**Technical Skills Required*** Understanding of military space operations (Space Domain Awareness (SDA); Command & Control (C2); Satellite Communications (SATCOM); Position, Navigation & Timing (PNT); Overhead Persistent Infrared (OPIR); Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR); Missile Warning (MW); Offensive Space Control (OSC) and Defensive Space Control (DSC); and Missile Defense (MD); etc.)* Proficiency in programming languages or statistical packages: R, Python, MATLAB, SAS, JAVA, JMP, Excel VBA, STORM, SEAS, Power BI, Tableau, Qlick, SPSS, PSPP, and SymPy* Demonstrated knowledge and expertise on analytic tool characterization, development and assessment* Strong quantitative and analytic abilities to integrate and analyze data* Knowledge of modeling and analysis using mathematical/quantitative methods* Expertise using the Microsoft Office Suite of tools (Excel, Access, Word, PowerPoint)* Excellent written and oral communication skills, especially when communicating technical information to audiences with varying backgrounds**Highly Desired Qualifications*** Direct experience supporting Missile Defense Agency (MDA) programs* Previous M&S and staff experience on a CCMD, MAJCOM, HHQ, Joint Staff, OSD etc. staff* Understanding of military operations, or prior military experience in a position that required modeling and analysis on a Joint Staff or Service staff* Experience with High Level Architecture (HLA) and Distributed Interactive Simulation (DIS)* Knowledge of DoW modeling and simulation standards and methodologies* Familiarity with radar phenomenology, signal processing, and tracking algorithms* Knowledge of satellite orbital mechanics, communications, and sensor systems* Experience with real-time simulation environments**Schedule:**M-F; 8-5**Work Location:** Colorado Springs, CO**Travel:**0-10%**Relocation Assistance Available:** No**Position Contingent Upon Award of Contract:**No**Salary Range - Colorado:** $125,000-140,000The salary range information is a general guideline only. Several factors can influence the salary for a position including but not limited to, Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, geographic location, business considerations, scope and responsibilities of the position, local or other applicable market conditions, and internal equity. Other factors include the candidate’s qualifications such as relevant prior work experience, specific skills and competencies, education/training, and certifications.#LI-DK1**Benefits:** Torch Technologies is proud to offer a stable and professional work environment, a competitive salary, and an excellent, comprehensive benefit package including: ESOP participation, 401(k) match and safe-harbor contribution, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, Health Saving Accounts and Health Reimbursement Accounts, EAP, education assistance, paid time off, and holidays. **Applying to Torch Technologies:** Only those candidates invited for an interview will be contacted. Employment at Torch Technologies is contingent upon the successful completion of a comprehensive background check. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, citizenship, ancestry, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law. Torch Technologies, Inc. participates in E-Verify. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Careers Link as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by sending an email to [e-mail]. Thank you for your interest in Torch Technologies.