Simulation Developer II – 172061

Zachary Piper Solutions; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Simulation Developer to join a team building next-generation modeling and simulation capabilities that support critical defense and naval mission objectives.

This role targets software engineers with experience in simulation environments, game-based systems, or virtual training platforms who want to contribute to high-impact national security programs.

Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or related field.
• 3+ years of software development experience in modeling, simulation, gaming, or virtual environments.
• Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or Java.
• Experience with simulation or game-development platforms such as AFSIM, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced modeling and simulation applications.
• Build and integrate simulation capabilities within larger mission and system architectures.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and operational SMEs to improve simulation fidelity and performance.
• Develop new features, conduct testing and validation, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Support interoperability and mission-focused testing efforts, including NCIP initiatives.
• Lead project planning, technical documentation, data collection, and stakeholder coordination activities.

Skills

C++

C#

Python

Java

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or related field

Tools

AFSIM

Unity

Unreal Engine

Simio

Arena

Job description

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Simulation Developer to join a team developing next-generation modeling and simulation capabilities that support critical defense and naval mission objectives. This role is ideal for a software engineer with experience building simulation environments, game-based systems, or virtual training platforms who wants to contribute to high-impact national security programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain advanced modeling and simulation applications.
• Build and integrate simulation capabilities within larger mission and system architectures.
• Collaborate with engineers, analysts, and operational SMEs to improve simulation fidelity and performance.
• Develop new features, conduct testing and validation, and troubleshoot complex technical issues.
• Support interoperability and mission-focused testing efforts, including Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP) initiatives.
• Lead project planning, technical documentation, data collection, and stakeholder coordination activities.

Required Qualifications

• TS/SCI clearance
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or a related technical discipline.
• 3+ years of software development experience focused on modeling, simulation, gaming, or virtual environments.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages including C++, C#, Python, or Java.
• Experience with simulation or game-development platforms such as AFSIM, Unity, Unreal Engine, Simio, or Arena.
• Familiarity with Git or other version control systems and collaborative development practices.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to work in a fast-paced technical environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting military, defense, or operational modeling and simulation programs.
• Knowledge of Naval systems and the Naval Capabilities Integration Process (NCIP).
• Familiarity with 3D graphics, physics engines, and database technologies such as SQL.
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum software development environments.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate across technical and mission-focused teams.

Why Join Us?

• Work on cutting-edge defense and mission-critical simulation technologies.
• Collaborate with highly skilled engineers and operational experts.
• Influence the development of capabilities that support real-world military operations.
• Competitive compensation, PTO, benefits, and career growth opportunities. Starting salary ranges from $150,000 to $160,000 based on experience.

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