Simulation Developer

Strategic Resilience Group LLC; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Strategic Resilience Group, LLC (SRG) seeks a Simulation Developer to support the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) Wargaming Division in Quantico, Virginia. The role develops and integrates simulation capabilities that enable the Marine Corps’ transition to digital wargaming.

You will design, develop, and maintain simulation models, work with engineers and analysts to improve fidelity, and ensure interoperability across platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, game development, or related field with at least two years of software development experience in simulation/gaming environments; or 12 years of experience without a degree.
• Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or Java.
• Experience with a simulation platform/engine (AFSIM, NGTS, OneSAF, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, Arena).
• Familiarity with version control and collaborative software development workflows.
• Active TS/SCI security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain simulation models and environments.
• Integrate models into larger system architectures and support interoperability testing.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and SMEs to improve model fidelity and accuracy.
• Implement features, test, validate, and troubleshoot simulation platforms.
• Support project planning, data collection, stakeholder alignment, and capability tracking.

Skills

C++

C#

Python

Java

Version control

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/SE/Game Development or related field

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

OneSAF

Unity

Unreal Engine

Simio

Arena

Git

SQL

Job description

Strategic Resilience Group, LLC (SRG) is seeking a Simulation Developer to support the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory (MCWL) Wargaming Division in Quantico, Virginia. The role develops and integrates simulation capabilities that support the Marine Corps transition to digital wargaming.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain simulation models and environments using programming languages, tools, and data sources.

Integrate models and simulations into larger system architectures; support interoperability testing and model orchestration for the Marine Corps Warfighting Laboratory Wargaming Division.

Work with engineers, analysts, and operational subject matter experts to improve model fidelity and simulation accuracy.

Implement features, test and validate models, and troubleshoot evolving simulation platforms.

Support simulation project planning, coordination, documentation, data collection, stakeholder alignment, and capability tracking.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, software engineering, game development, or a related technical field and at least two years of software development experience focused on simulation or game-based environments; alternatively, 12 years of experience without a degree.

Experience with a programming language such as C++, C#, Python, or Java.

Experience with a simulation platform or engine such as AFSIM, NGTS, OneSAF, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena.

Familiarity with version control and collaborative software development workflows.

Current, active TS/SCI security clearance.

Preferred Qualifications

Understanding of modeling and simulation in military or operational settings.

Familiarity with mission engineering, wargaming, campaign analysis, the Naval Capabilities Integration Process, and related military systems or processes.

Knowledge of 3D graphics, physics engines, and database management systems such as SQL.

Experience using Agile or Scrum methods on simulation projects.

Strong communication, analytical, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Physical Requirements

Ability and willingness to perform occasional manual labor and warehouse duties and lift up to 50 pounds.

Ability to remain in a stationary position approximately 50 percent of the time and move about the office as needed.

Ability to communicate accurate information with coworkers, management, and customers, including through presentations.