Simulation Engineer - Unmanned Systems (C++/Python)

Mission Technologies, a division of HII; Pocasset (MA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Simulation Engineer to advance our autonomous vessel portfolio. You will develop and integrate system simulations, models, and algorithms inside a hydrodynamic, digital-twin environment, bridging hardware with software in a robust testbed.

You will model, simulate, and analyze mission scenarios, supporting HWIL setups and autonomy features while collaborating across engineering teams to meet mission goals and security requirements.

Qualifications

• 2 years experience with Bachelors in related field; 0 years experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 6 years relevant experience.
• Demonstrated C++/Python development experience
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and exercise new tools
• Linux system use and programming
• Ocean/Marine engineering knowledge: hydrostatics, hydrodynamics, ocean profiles, marine vessels, etc.
• Ability to integrate hardware and software in the loop with simulation environment (establish communication protocols, data verification, robustness measures, etc.)
• Ability to work and succeed within a system engineering applied project.
• Ability to apply mathematical concepts to system modeling and simulation
• Familiarity/interest in robotic systems and ROS2.
• Demonstrated technical writing and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a collaborative team environment.
• Applicants selected for this position will be required to obtain and maintain a government security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Develops new and/or integrates existing system simulation frameworks, performance models and algorithms, threat models and command and control models.
• Develops software that simulates behavior of users and systems.
• Models operational environments, performs trade studies via computer simulation and provides decision support for alternative architectures.
• Performs operational analysis and mission effectiveness analysis.
• Develop, code, and test virtual models for vehicles, sensors, actuators, and auxilary equipment in a hydrodynamic simulation environment.
• Create/enhance virtual worlds for fully integrated mission simulation.
• Support development and integration of modeling and simulation standards into company processes.
• Set-up, perform, and analyze hardware-in-the-loop (HWIL) simulations to support various projects and applications in the business.
• Assist in the solution of difficult problems involved in areas of assignment.
• At times, support the development of advanced software including autonomy behaviors, path planning, and flight control.

Skills

C++/Python development

Linux systems

Mathematical modeling

System engineering

Technical writing

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

ROS2

HWIL simulation tools

Job description

Mission Technologies, a division of HII, seeks a Simulation Engineer to advance our autonomous vessel portfolio. You will develop and integrate system simulations, models, and algorithms inside a hydrodynamic, digital-twin environment, bridging hardware with software in a robust testbed.

You will model, simulate, and analyze mission scenarios, supporting HWIL setups and autonomy features while collaborating across engineering teams to meet mission goals and security requirements.