Simulation Framework Lead - HMSF & DoD Autonomy

Shield; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Shield AI is seeking a Simulation Framework Lead to guide a team of C++ and Python engineers, shaping the HMSF roadmap and ensuring seamless migrations from HMSSimBlocks. You’ll work with HMP to meet DoD program needs, support HITL/SIL testing, and drive interoperable simulation interfaces across multiple backends.

You will mentor engineers, set technical direction, and collaborate with product leadership to align on requirements and a phased migration plan that maintains active program support.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/AE/Systems Eng and 7+ years of related experience (or 5+ with a Master’s).
• Deep software engineering with C++ and Python in Linux environments.
• Experience with modeling and simulation frameworks and distributed middleware.
• Ability to partner with platform/product teams to influence roadmaps.
• Active US SECRET security clearance or ability to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a team of simulation engineers, setting direction and performance reviews.
• Collaborate with HMP to translate HMS program requirements into HMSF features.
• Architect and roll out the phased migration from HMSSimBlocks to HMSF.
• Oversee design of baseline simulation adapters, plugins, and interfaces.
• Align frameworks with GRID/JSE, CIGI, CSF, and DDS interoperability standards.
• Partner with HMS program leads to ensure HITL and SIL testing support.
• Champion developer enablement with templates, docs, and framework support.

Skills

C++

Python

Team leadership

Modeling & simulation

Linux

DDS/DIS/HLA

Security clearance

Education

Bachelor's in CS/CE/AE/Systems Eng

Master's degree (preferred)

Tools

AFSIM

NGTS

SimBlocks/HMSF

DDS

DIS/HLA

Job description

Shield AI is seeking a Simulation Framework Lead to guide a team of C++ and Python engineers, shaping the HMSF roadmap and ensuring seamless migrations from HMSSimBlocks. You’ll work with HMP to meet DoD program needs, support HITL/SIL testing, and drive interoperable simulation interfaces across multiple backends.

You will mentor engineers, set technical direction, and collaborate with product leadership to align on requirements and a phased migration plan that maintains active program support.