Senior Level Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer

Davita Inc.; Sully Square (VA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 179,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading national security company is seeking a Senior Level Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer. This critical position involves leading analytical efforts in support of mission stakeholders and requires extensive experience in modeling and simulation within complex environments. Candidates should have a strong background in data analysis along with the ability to mentor junior engineers and direct analytical projects. A Bachelor's degree in a related STEM field and a TS/SCI clearance are essential.

Benefits

25 days of PTO accrued annually

Heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage

Eligibility for an attractive bonus plan

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience modeling complex System-of-Systems environments.
• Active TS/SCI clearance or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of tool development in cloud-based environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and application of advanced models and simulations.
• Provide strategic guidance in modeling architecture and performance metrics.
• Mentor Mid- and Junior-level Engineers.

Skills

Modeling

Simulation

Analytical techniques

Programming (Python, R, C++, MATLAB)

Machine Learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related STEM field

Master's degree in related STEM discipline (desired)

Job description

Senior Level Modeling, Simulation and Analysis Engineer

Job Locations

US-VA-Chantilly | US-PA-King of Prussia | US-VA-Springfield

Requisition ID

2025-157387

Position Category

Engineering

Clearance

Top Secret/SCI w/Poly

Responsibilities

Overall Assignment Description:
Senior-level MS&A Engineers lead the development and execution of modeling, simulation, and analytical efforts in support of mission stakeholders, analysts, and warfighters. This role plays a critical part in defining and analyzing system and data requirements that enable the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) to deliver timely, accurate, and mission-relevant GEOINT products and services.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design, development, and application of advanced models, simulations, tools, and algorithms to uncover patterns, trends, and insights from large-scale data (Big Data).

• Provide strategic guidance in modeling NGA architectures, system requirements, and performance metrics, while aligning with NSG strategies and the future vision for GEOINT capabilities.

• Direct the creation and use of models that support performance analyses, design trade-offs, alternative evaluations, and capability assessments within existing NSG and cloud-based environments.

• Mentor and oversee Mid- and Junior-level MS&A Engineers, providing technical direction and quality assurance across projects.

Qualifications

Peraton offers enhanced benefits to employees working on this critical National Security program, which include heavily subsidized employee benefits coverage for you and your dependents, 25 days of PTO accrued annually up to a generous PTO cap and eligible to participate in an attractive bonus plan.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:
  Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Engineering Management, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, or a related STEM field, or related equivalent additional experience of 4 years with no degree or 2 years with a non-STEM degree.
• Experience and Technical Skills:

  • 12+ years of experience modeling complex System-of-Systems (SoS) or Service-Oriented Architecture (SOA) environments across cloud, on-premise, or hybrid infrastructures.

  • Knowledge of tool development and usage in cloud-based environments.

  • Hands-on programming or scientific computing experience in at least one of the following languages: Python, R, C++, or MATLAB.

  • Practical experience with NGA/NRO joint integration activities.

  • Working knowledge of NGA Infrastructure and Program Office (IPO) environments.

  • Acitve TS/SCI clearance or the ability to obtain SCI eligibility and successfully pass a polygraph.

Desired Qualifications:

• Advanced Education:
  Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Engineering Management, Management Information Systems, Mathematics, or related STEM discipline.

• Advanced Skills and Experience:

  • Working knowledge of Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE) concepts, tools, and languages.

  • Experience with machine learning applications and techniques.

  • Senior-level experience in Operations Research methodologies.

  • Demonstrated MS&A experience for solutions utilizing:

    • Cloud-based technologies

    • Structured and unstructured Big Data

    • Automation, augmentation, and artificial intelligence (AI) technologies

Peraton Overview

Peraton is a next-generation national security company that drives missions of consequence spanning the globe and extending to the farthest reaches of the galaxy. As the world's leading mission capability integrator and transformative enterprise IT provider, we deliver trusted, highly differentiated solutions and technologies to protect our nation and allies. Peraton operates at the critical nexus between traditional and nontraditional threats across all domains: land, sea, space, air, and cyberspace. The company serves as a valued partner to essential government agencies and supports every branch of the U.S. armed forces. Each day, our employees do the can't be done by solving the most daunting challenges facing our customers. Visit peraton.com to learn how we're keeping people around the world safe and secure.

Target Salary Range

$112,000 - $179,000. This represents the typical salary range for this position based on experience and other factors.

EEO

EEO: Equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veterans, or other characteristics protected by law.