Senior AFSIM Analyst

Johns Hopkins Applied Physics Lab; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 105,000 - 245,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance

Retirement contributions

Flexible spending accounts

Health insurance

Job summary

A prominent defense research facility in Maryland is looking for a Senior AFSIM Analyst. In this role, you will apply your expertise in modeling and simulation of advanced military technologies. Collaborating with a dynamic team, you will influence military strategies and innovate solutions, preparing you to engage with high-stakes projects. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree in a technical area and proven experience with AFSIM. The position offers a competitive salary between $105,000 and $245,000 annually, along with generous benefits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field.
• Experience working with AFSIM for modeling and analysis.
• Knowledge in Air or Strike Warfare domains.
• Ability to communicate with military personnel and contractors.
• Strong programming skills in scripting languages.

Responsibilities

• Develop and analyze models for advanced military technologies.
• Collaborate on software improvements and testing.
• Conduct independent research for innovative solutions.

Skills

AFSIM modeling

Scripting and programming with Python

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area

Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field

Tools

Python

MATLAB

C/C++

JAVA

Brawler

Suppressor

JIMM

EADSIM

Job description

Overview

Are you searching for an opportunity to apply your AFSIM modeling and simulation experience to analyze interesting and complex problems with innovative software and computing capabilities? We are seeking a Senior AFSIM Analyst to help evaluate and define solutions to enable the U.S. military to conduct strike warfare and air combat operations in complex operational environments. You will join a hardworking team that supports a wide range of military sponsors and analyzes critical and challenging technical problems, fostering an environment of experimentation and creativity to address some of our country’s most important challenges. We strive to deliver outstanding and unbiased analysis products with a focus on intellectual integrity and personal growth.

As a Senior AFSIM Analyst you will…

• Develop, evaluate, and analyze models and concepts of employment for groundbreaking technologies such as advanced air platforms, strike weapons, and integrated multi-domain effects.
• Collaborate with software development teams on improving customized tools, including designing efficient representations for large datasets, testing accurate interactions across interdependent algorithms, and automating production analysis pipelines.
• Work with a team of analysts who will benefit from your experience, and senior engineers with whom you will guide the direction of analysis.
• Engage in independent research projects that encourage creative solutions and reward independent initiative.

Qualifications

You will meet our minimum qualification for the job if you…

• Have a Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Engineering, Physics, Computer Science, or related area.
• Have demonstrated excellence working with AFSIM performing modeling, simulation, and analysis.
• Have knowledge in Air or Strike Warfare domains.
• Can work effectively in a highly collaborative environment and communicate sophisticated ideas directly with government civilians, military officers, and other contractors.
• Have strong scripting and programming skills with Python, MATLAB, C/C++, or JAVA.
• Are able to obtain the associated required Special Access Program (SAP) level access.
• Are able to obtain an Interim Secret level security clearance by your start date and can ultimately obtain a Top Secret level clearance. If selected, you will be subject to a government security clearance investigation and must meet the requirements for access to classified information. Eligibility requirements include U.S. citizenship.

You’ll go above and beyond our minimum requirements if you…

• Have a Master’s or PhD degree in a technical field listed above.
• Have experience using other mission-level analysis tools such as Brawler, Suppressor, JIMM, or EADSIM.
• Have experience leading analysis teams performing mission-level analysis and providing mentoring and training to staff members.
• Have an active Top-Secret security clearance.

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About Us

Why Work at APL?

The Johns Hopkins University Applied Physics Laboratory (APL) brings world-class expertise to our nation’s most critical defense, security, space and science challenges. While solving complex challenges and pioneering new technologies, we cultivate a culture that supports authentic collaboration, continuous growth, and strong connections with teammates.

At APL, we celebrate diverse perspectives and encourage creativity and bold, new ideas. Our employees enjoy generous benefits, including a robust education assistance program, retirement contributions, and a healthy work/life balance. APL’s campus is located in the Baltimore-Washington metro area. Learn more about our career opportunities at: http://www.jhuapl.edu/careers.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, creed, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital or familial status, political opinion, personal appearance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. APL is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals of all abilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in any part of the hiring process, please contact [e-mail].

The referenced pay range is based on JHU APL’s good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level with consideration for internal parity. For salaried employees scheduled to work less than 40 hours per week, annual salary will be prorated based on the number of hours worked. APL may offer bonuses or other forms of compensation per internal policy and/or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be provided in the form of a sign-on bonus, relocation benefits, locality allowance or discretionary payments for exceptional performance. APL provides eligible staff with a comprehensive benefits package including retirement plans, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, education assistance, and training and development. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Minimum Rate
$105,000 Annually

Maximum Rate
$245,000 Annually