Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer (Kinematic) - Level 2 or 3

Northrop Grumman; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 83,400 - 125,200; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement savings plan

Job summary

Northrop Grumman in Colorado Springs is hiring for a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer to develop advanced kinematic threat models for missile defense simulations. The role requires a degree in STEM and relevant experience in simulation and programming with languages like MATLAB and Python.

Candidates should have strong analytical skills and a current U.S. Government DoD Secret clearance. The position offers a collaborative environment tackling complex engineering challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a STEM field.
• 2+ years of experience for Level 2, or 5+ for Level 3.
• Current DoD Secret clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develop kinematic threat models for missile simulation.
• Apply engineering algorithms for missile behavior representation.
• Author technical Verification and Validation documents.

Skills

Modeling & Simulation

Programming (MATLAB, Python)

Mathematics

Physics

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor of Science in STEM

Master of Science in STEM

PhD in relevant field

Tools

Computer Aided Design tools

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available

CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes

CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret

TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time

At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work — and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.

Position Overview

Threat Systems Engineering (TSE) is responsible for the development and delivery of high-fidelity threat modeling products in support of the Missile Defense Agency (MDA) and MDA’s Ballistic Missile Defense System (BMDS). TSE is responsible for the development of models and simulations (M&S) used to stimulate element models of MDA’s BMDS, including kinematic missile modeling, IR signature modeling, data production/analysis activities, and maintenance/sustainment activities for the entire TSE software baseline. TSE is a cornerstone element to the Threat and Advanced Simulations Development (TASD) contract.

This position is responsible for understanding Aerodynamic forces, Guidance, Navigation and Control (GNC) systems, modeling & simulation of systems’ kinematics characteristics within the TSE’s model generation framework, and providing documentation required for running threat data in Ground Test architecture.

The selected individual must be able to work with little or no direct supervision, work as an integral member of a product delivery team and meet critical delivery schedules.

Essential Functions

• Responsible for developing ballistic and advanced/hypersonic kinematic threat models for use in a variety of modeling and simulation tools/frameworks/media.
• Will apply standard engineering and mathematical algorithms to ensure the accurate portrayal of expected missile or space launch vehicle behavioral characteristics during all phases of powered and un-powered flight.
• Will have a good understanding of modeling and simulation methods and processes.
• Will research, interpret, verify parameters required to build, replicate, and propagate missile or space launch vehicle trajectories including, but not limited to, staging debris, countermeasures, and payload traits.
• Will author highly technical Verification and Validation (V&V) documents.
• Will work with little to no direct supervision, work as an integral member of a product delivery team and meet time‑critical delivery schedules.

Seeking candidates who find satisfaction in working on challenging and diverse assignments in collaborative settings across all levels.

This requisition may be filled at a higher grade based on qualifications listed below.

This requisition may be filled at either a Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 2 or a Principal Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 3.

Basic Requirements

• Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 2 - Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline preferred with 2 years of technical experience, or 0-2 years’ experience with a Masters’ Degree.
• Modeling & Simulation Systems Engineer – Level 3 - Bachelor of Science degree in a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, or Math) discipline preferred with 5 years of relevant experience, or 3 years’ experience with a Master of Science degree; or a PhD and 1 year of related experience.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 10% of the time to support business needs.
• Applicants must have a current active in-scope U.S. Government DoD issued Secret security clearance at the time of application which is required to start.
• Programming background to include languages such as MATLAB, Python, LaTex, or other relevant programming experience.
• Familiarity with the flight characteristics, motion, and performance of ballistic missiles.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work in a dynamic team environment.
• Ability to collaborate with systems engineers, software engineers, users, and MDA ground test stakeholders to ensure product requirements are met.
• Familiar with Computer Aided Design tools and models.

Preferred Requirements

• Strong math, physics or engineering background.
• Modeling, Simulation, and automation experience.
• Previous experience with modeling flight characteristics, motion, atmospheric dynamics, and missile performance parameters of ballistic missiles.
• Strong background in missile system engineering performance is highly desirable.
• Mastery of engineering modeling principles behind body motion, trajectory generation, counter measures, and debris is a plus.
• Possess an active DoD Secret Clearance with the ability to obtain a DoD Top Secret Clearance.
• Experience with Verification and Validation (V&V) of vehicle kinematics simulation results.

Primary Level Salary Range: $83,400.00 - $125,200.00

Secondary Level Salary Range: $103,600.00 - $155,400.00

The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.

Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.

Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.