Senior Modeling and Simulation Lead – National Security

MITRE; Bedford (MA); On-site; USD 155,000 - 233,000; Full time

Job summary

MITRE invites an experienced Lead Modeling and Simulation Analyst to join the M&A division. You will partner with stakeholders to develop advanced modeling, simulation, and analytical tools, integrating math, physics, engineering, and programming to produce actionable insights for mission needs.

You will tackle real-world national security problems, expand your skills through hands-on work, and thrive in collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams delivering mission-focused solutions.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field with 8 years of related experience with a Bachelor's degree; or 6 years with a Master’s; or PhD with relevant experience.
• Experience with operational analysis tools (AFSIM, STK, NGTS, STORM).
• Experience developing and debugging physics-based modeling and simulation tools.
• Experience in quantitative analysis of simulation results to extract lessons learned.
• Proven ability to present analysis to non-technical audiences and senior leaders.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and application of modeling and simulation tools with technical expertise.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to refine methodologies and address challenges.
• Shape project strategies by recommending innovative techniques and tools.
• Communicate findings to stakeholders to align with mission goals.
• Support cross-team collaboration to enhance effectiveness and scalability.

Skills

C/C++

Java

Julia

Python

MATLAB

Mathematica

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

AFSIM

STK

NGTS

STORM

Job description

MITRE invites an experienced Lead Modeling and Simulation Analyst to join the M&A division. You will partner with stakeholders to develop advanced modeling, simulation, and analytical tools, integrating math, physics, engineering, and programming to produce actionable insights for mission needs.

You will tackle real-world national security problems, expand your skills through hands-on work, and thrive in collaborative, cross-disciplinary teams delivering mission-focused solutions.