Modeling & Simulation Engineer for Defense Systems

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab

Laurel (MD)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 245,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Laboratory in Laurel, MD is seeking a Modeling & Simulation Engineer to develop and integrate software models of combat system elements for the Aegis Weapon System and related defense platforms. You will support concept exploration, optimize simulation workflows, and enable thorough analysis.

You will verify high-fidelity models, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and gain domain expertise in integrated air and missile defense systems while contributing to

Qualifications

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Physics, Mathematics, or a related field.
Proficient in modern C++ and Python.
Proficient in using software revision control tools in a DevOps environment.
2+ years of experience as a software engineer or in developing modeling and simulation tools.
U.S. citizenship with eligibility for Interim Secret security clearance by start date and Final Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop and prototype algorithms for new capabilities and integrate them with simulation tools to support concept exploration and future capabilities for integrated air and missile defense systems.
Assist in the verification and validation of high-fidelity combat system models.
Collaborate with multi-functional teams to identify suitable modeling and simulation approaches and review system requirements.

Job description

You will verify high-fidelity models, collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, and gain domain expertise in integrated air and missile defense systems while contributing to

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