Simulation Developer II - 172061

ZP Group; Quantico (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Benefits

Job summary

Zachary Piper Solutions is seeking a Simulation Developer to join a team building next-generation modeling and simulation capabilities for defense and naval missions. You will design and integrate simulation environments, collaborating with engineers, analysts, and SMEs to improve fidelity and performance.

The role requires experience with simulation platforms, programming in C++/C#/Python/Java, and a TS/SCI clearance.

Qualifications

• Clearance: TS/SCI required.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Game Development, or related field.
• 3+ years in modeling, simulation, gaming, or virtual environments.
• Proficiency in C++, C#, Python, or Java.

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 SMEs to improve fidelity and performance.
• Develop new features, conduct testing and validation, and troubleshoot issues.
• Support interoperability and testing efforts, including NCIP initiatives.
• Lead project planning, documentation, data collection, and stakeholder coordination.

Skills

3+ years software development

C++, C#, Python, Java

Strong problem-solving

Git/version control

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Bachelor's in Software Engineering

Bachelor's in Game Development

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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