Sensor Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis Systems Engineer

Matrix Research, Inc; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20% no-match-required retirement plan

4 weeks of vacation annually

Subsidized health and dental insurance

Discretionary annual bonuses

Job summary

Matrix Research, Inc, located in Dayton, Ohio, is seeking a Mid-level Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Systems Engineer. This position focuses on high-fidelity mission and sensor modeling, requiring expertise in advanced simulation tools and systems engineering principles.

The ideal candidate should have a background in digital engineering methods and at least a Bachelor’s degree in engineering or a related technical field. The position comes with generous benefits, including a 20% retirement plan and 4 weeks of vacation.

Qualifications

• Experience in mission-level modeling and simulation.
• Ability to direct customer engagement and analysis.
• Willingness to learn from others.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and document mission and sensor-level simulations.
• Apply simulation frameworks and assessment methods for systems requirements.
• Deliver insights for government and industry partners.

Skills

High-fidelity mission-level modeling and simulation (e.g., AFSIM, NGTS, JSE)

Systems modeling and performance assessment

Agile and Digital engineering workflows

Probabilistic analysis and algorithm development

Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Sparx)

Programming in C/C++

Programming in Python or MATLAB

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Systems Engineer

We are currently seeking a Mid‑level Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis (MS&A) Engineer with experience in high‑fidelity mission and sensor modeling, digital engineering methods, and advanced simulation tools for our growing business in Dayton, Ohio. This position is on‑site at Wright‑Patterson AFB.

How this position contributes

• Mission: Using systems engineering best practices, digital engineering approaches, and high‑fidelity MS&A, design, develop, validate, and document mission and sensor‑level simulations that support advanced weapon systems and multi‑domain operational concepts.
• How: Apply industry‑standard simulation frameworks and modeling methodologies to assess system requirements, perform trade studies, develop mission/sensor‑level models, validate simulation outputs, integrate digital engineering workflows, and deliver data‑driven insights for government and industry partners.

What skills are needed?

• Required:
  • Experience in one or more of the following:
    • High‑fidelity mission‑level modeling and simulation (e.g., AFSIM, NGTS, JSE)
    • Systems modeling, performance assessment, and lifecycle analysis
    • Agile and Digital engineering workflows, including MBSE alignment and model validation
    • Probabilistic analysis, algorithm development, or simulation‑based system evaluation
    • Familiarity with MBSE tools (e.g., Cameo, Sparx Enterprise Architect, and/or Visual Paradigm)
    • Familiarity with programming:
      • A systems language (such as C or C++)
      • A high‑level language (such as Python, MATLAB)
  • Ability to direct customer engagement and facilitate product or system requirements gathering and analysis
  • Ability to develop critical M&S inputs, including framework definition, requirements analysis, synthesis, systems analysis, and implementation
  • Willingness to learn from others
  • A bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, physics, mathematics, operations research, computer science, or a related technical field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Applicants must be U.S. citizens capable of obtaining and maintaining a U.S. DoD security clearance

Desired or Will Train

• At least 5 years of professional experience in MS&A, systems engineering, or mission analysis
• Expertise in AFSIM‑based modeling, algorithm development, or advanced simulation toolchains
• Experience evaluating system performance through digital twins or MBSE‑integrated simulation architectures

About the Company

Matrix Research is an employee‑owned, small business advancing the state of the art in radar systems, radio frequency, and sensor exploitation technologies. Two thirds of our staff hold advanced degrees in engineering, mathematics, or the physical sciences. Our programs span basic research through the demonstration, test and evaluation, and low‑rate production of advanced sensing systems, subsystems, and components.

Benefits

• 20% no‑match‑required retirement plan
• Accrued 4 weeks of vacation annually
• Substantially‑subsidized health and dental insurance
• Discretionary annual bonuses

Matrix Research is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, marital status, veteran's status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin or any other protected class set forth by federal or state law, or for inquiring about, discussing, or disclosing compensation.

Matrix is a Drug‑Free Workplace.

This job description is designed to provide general guidance in job tasks and is not meant to be all‑inclusive of the responsibilities, duties, and skills required of this position. As business demands and needs change, the essential functions of this position may be updated to reflect the needs of Matrix Research, Inc.