Modeling & Simulation Engineer

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc.; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) seeks a Sr. Modeling and Simulation Analyst to provide onsite support in Arlington, VA. You will apply modeling and operations research techniques to inform analyses and war games across a range of scenarios and datasets.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree, 3+ years total experience, 1 year of analytical work, and an active TS/SCI clearance. STORM experience is desirable; Master’s degree is a plus. Onsite work is required based on client needs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree is required.
• 3+ years of total experience.
• At least 1 year of general analytical experience.
• Willing to expand modeling, simulation, and analysis expertise.
• Familiarity with study planning and execution.
• Ability to work well in collaborative environments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Onsite work required due to client needs.

Responsibilities

• Apply modeling/operations research techniques to inform analyses and wargames using various software tools.
• Develop and execute analytical models, campaign representations, and warfighting analyses.
• Learn new tools and methods to strengthen analytical capabilities.

Skills

TS/SCI clearance

Modeling & simulation

Analytical reasoning

Collaborative work style

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Tools

STORM

SWIFT

Statistical tools

Job description

Overview

Systems Planning and Analysis, Inc. (SPA) delivers high-impact, technical solutions to complex national security issues. With over 50 years of business expertise and consistent growth, we are known for continuous innovation for our government customers, in both the US and abroad. Our exceptionally talented team is highly collaborative in spirit and practice, producing Results that Matter. Come work with the best! We offer opportunity, unique challenges, and clear-sighted commitment to the mission. SPA: Objective. Responsive. Trusted.

The Joint, Office of the Secretary of Defense, Interagency Division provides expert support services to a range of customers spanning across the Department of Defense, Federal Civilian, and international markets. JOID provides a diverse portfolio of analytical and programmatic capabilities to help our customers make informed decisions on their most challenging issues.

Group W provides wargaming, warfare modeling and simulation, software development, data analytics, and operations research/system analysis support to the national security mission. As a leader in the fields of campaign, mission, and wargaming analysis we embrace the cycle of research paradigm, continually seeking to improve the multi-method application of tools, data, methods, and techniques to generate credible and resilient insights to inform decisions on the Department's most challenging issues spanning CONOPs, acquisitions, force structures, tactics, and strategies. Group W is the developer and maintainer of the Synthetic Theater Operations Research Model (STORM), the authoritative M&S tool accepted by the Joint Analytic Community for analysis of theater-level, multi-domain, joint warfare. Similarly, we developed and manage the Standard Wargame Integration and Facilitation Tool (SWIFT) for OSW as an adaptable environment to support joint force combatants' wargaming requirements.

We have an immediate need for a Sr. Modeling and Simulation Analyst to provide onsite support out of Arlington, VA.

Responsibilities

The Analyst will employ knowledge of modeling/operations research techniques to inform a variety of analyses and wargames using a range of software tools. The Analyst will apply their skills to solve highly complex problems using statistical analysis, parametric and non-parametric analysis, computer modeling, simulation, and regression analysis. Will be responsible for developing and executing analytical models and methods that support warfighting analyses. Will be responsible for developing and executing campaign-level representations and analyses of U.S., allied, and adversary forces executing warfighting concepts of operation. Will apply an inquisitive nature and a true enthusiasm to learn new tools, techniques, and analytical methods.

Qualifications

Required:

• Bachelor's degree.
• 3+ years of total experience.
• 1 year of general analytical experience.
• Strong desire to expand modeling, simulation, and analysis expertise.
• Familiarity with study planning/execution.
• Works well in collaborative environments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance.
• Able to work fully onsite based on client needs.

Desired:

• STORM experience or familiarity.
• Master's degree.

Pay Range Information

At SPA, we strive to deliver a robust total compensation package that will attract and retain top talent. Elements of the compensation package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities. SPA provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work. The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, etc. Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. Virginia, Pay Transparency Salary range: USD $100,000.00/Yr. - USD $140,000.00/Yr.