Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer

Odyssey Systems; Fort Belvoir (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading defense technology firm is looking for a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi-domain operations. The role involves leading modeling and simulation of complex systems with a focus on RF, signal processing, and spectrum management. Candidates must have extensive experience in modeling techniques and a Bachelor's degree in Engineering. This full-time position is located in Fort Belvoir, VA and may require travel as needed. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 8 years of relevant experience, 5–7+ years in modeling and simulation.
• Active Secret clearance with ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly.
• Hands-on experience with sensors and electronic warfare platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead modeling and design of technical systems for evaluations.
• Develop simulations for sensing and communication systems.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to design integrated solutions.

Skills

RF engineering

Signal processing

Spectrum management

Modeling and simulation tools (MATLAB, Simulink)

AI/ML application

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline

Tools

MATLAB

ANSYS

COMSOL

Job description

Position Summary

Odyssey Systems is seeking a Senior Modeling and Simulation Engineer to support advanced situational awareness and multi-domain operations (MDO) programs. This role focuses on the design, analysis, and integration of RF and signal processing systems that enable next-generation battlefield awareness, electronic warfare, and spectrum management capabilities. You will work closely with a multidisciplinary team of engineers, analysts, and operators to design and deliver systems that integrate data from diverse sensors, communications, and radar systems to provide actionable intelligence and operational advantage. The ideal candidate brings deep technical expertise in RF, signal processing, and spectrum management, along with experience contributing to mission‑critical DoD programs in multi-domain environments.

This is a full‑time position located at MacDill AFB, FL or Ft. Belvoir, VA. Contingent upon contract award.

Responsibilities

• Lead the modeling, simulation, and design of complex technical systems to evaluate performance, mitigate risk, and inform architecture decisions.
• Develop and apply simulations across sensing, communications, and electronic systems, including analog and digital components.
• Provide technical direction for multidisciplinary modeling and simulation efforts, ensuring alignment with program and organizational objectives.
• Address complex, interdisciplinary challenges through creative application of advanced modeling tools and analytical techniques.
• Collaborate with engineering, data, and operational teams to shape system designs and enable integrated, mission‑ready solutions.
• Analyze system behavior under realistic and stressed conditions to improve robustness and operational effectiveness.
• Serve as a technical interface with internal teams, partners, and customers to ensure clarity, alignment, and successful delivery.
• Contingent upon contract award.

Qualifications

Citizenship: Must be a US citizen

Minimum Required Qualifications:

• Clearance: Active Secret (ability to obtain TS/SCI with CI Poly required)
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology, or related technical discipline.
• Experience: 8 years of prior relevant experience with 5–7+ years of experience in modeling, simulation, and analysis of complex technical systems such as sensing, communications, or signal‑based technologies.
• Strong expertise in RF engineering, spectrum management, signal processing, and sensor systems.
• Hands‑on experience with sensors, radar, communications systems, and electronic warfare platforms.
• Proficiency in signal processing software and languages and experience with AI/ML applied to sensor data.
• Familiarity with multi‑domain operational concepts, situational awareness systems, and DoD sensor architectures.
• Demonstrated ability to work in multidisciplinary teams, lead technical efforts, and communicate complex concepts to stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

Education: Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline

• Experience designing or modeling complex systems intended for use across multiple operational environments or domains.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with modeling and simulation tools such as MATLAB, Simulink, ANSYS, COMSOL, or comparable platforms.
• Advanced technical expertise in RF, electromagnetic, or signal-based systems including modeling, analysis, and performance optimization.
• Familiarity with applying AI/ML or advanced analytics within modeling and simulation workflows to improve system performance or decision support.

Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to address complex interdisciplinary challenges through analytical and modeling approaches.
• Ability to collaborate with engineering, data, and operational teams.
• Ability to serve as a technical interface with internal teams, partners, and customers.

Additional Information

Location: Tampa, FL or Fort Belvoir, VA

Travel: As needed

• Contingent upon contract award.

Company Overview

Odyssey Systems is a world‑class technical, engineering, and integration company serving the warfighting ecosystem with airborne integration, ISR, C2, and warfighter readiness capabilities. Odyssey meets the military’s operational needs by integrating layered defense systems from equipment, technology, and services to data, information, and business operations. We streamline defense acquisition and sustainment, engineering the technical battlefield with domain‑specific proficiency to ensure lethality. Odyssey is dedicated to excellent contract execution, peak organizational performance, and fostering a workplace built on employee care.

Odyssey is proud to live out our core values of commitment, ambition, and respect in our work and communities through OdysseyCares, a philanthropic group focused on giving back through direct donations, an employer match program, and volunteering events.

Please note: Final compensation for this position will be determined by various factors such as the Federal Government contract labor categories and contract wage rates, relevant work experience, specific skills and competencies, geographic location, education, and certifications.